Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique. It was created by Mikao Usui, a Japanese Monk in the 20th century.
The word “Reiki” is a combination of two Japanese words: “rei,” which means “God’s wisdom,” or “the higher power,” and “ki,” which means “life force energy.” It is a way of guiding energy through out the body to promote self healing abilities.
The basic concept underlying Reiki is that the body has an energy field that is central to its health and proper functioning, and this energy travels in certain pathways that can become blocked or weakened.
How Does it Work?
How Does it Work?
Typically sessions last 60-90 minutes depending on your needs. At your first session you will meet you reiki practitioner, introduce yourselves and talk about your health/healing goals.
During a Reiki session, the practitioner places their hand either directly on you or just above you to start the healing process. This is done by using gentle hand movements to guide energy flow all over the body. Practitioners also use mental visualization to send healing energy to areas of the receiver’s body that need it.
Usually the session is done without talking and the practitioner will play soft music in the background to help with relaxation.
The experience of Reiki is subjective, changeable, and sometimes very subtle. The commonality between most people is that they feel deeply relaxed and replenished.
There have been no reports of negative side effects to Reiki therapy.
After your first session, most practitioners will recommend that you come back 3-4 more times within the same week period.
Make sure to drink plenty of water to rehydrate after your session.
Are Healing Crystals Used?
Are Healing Crystals Used?
Crystals are no stranger to the natural healing world. Most Reiki practitioners will use healing crystals or have you lie on a chakra mat during your session.
Every crystal has it’s own unique healing ability and is complimentary to the benefits of Reiki therapy.
There has been research studies done that prove the effectiveness of healing crystals:
1 in 5 Americans suffer from mental disorders. Reiki therapy is an energy-based healing practice that can lessen the impact of stress, anxiety and depression by supporting the body's natural ability to heal itself. (Click the emoji for a PubMed Study)
For most people sleep disturbances occur often. From problems to falling asleep, to waking up multiples times a night; about 20% of the worlds population struggle with achieving a good nights sleep. Reiki therapy puts your body into a relaxing state, allowing you to fall into a faster deeper sleep. (Click the emoji for a PubMed Study)
Reiki helps decrease pain perception by healing the emotional aspect of pain. Reiki is meant to resolve emotional distress by allowing healing energy to flow freely throughout the body, which results in relaxation and reduced pain and tension throughout the body. (Click the emoji for a PubMed Study)
The benefits of Reiki can improve the over all quality of life. It is often used with patients who have cancer or are in palliative care to reduce stress, pain and anxiety.(Click the emoji for a PubMed Study)