What is reiki?
Reiki is one of the most ancient healing arts known to mankind. It is administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. It originated in Tibet and was recently rediscovered by Dr. Mikado Usui in March 1922 and the "secret keys" (symbols) to this universal energy have been passed on ever since.Reiki is a healing system that works with both the energy and chakra system within the body as well as the energetic outer bodies (the auras).
The meaning of the name: rei-ki
Rei – universal cosmic force, god's energy, higher power…
Ki- life force energy- the flowing life force that binds everything and is also known as "chi", "prana"….
Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security and wellbeing. Many have reported miraculous results.
ere are some of the benefits of reiki:
* Balances the organs and glands
* Strengthens the immune system
* Treats symptoms & causes of illness
* Clears toxins (body, mind & spirit detox)
* Adapts to the natural needs of the receiver
* Enhances personal awareness
* Relaxes and reduces stress
* Releases blocked and suppressed feelings
* Aids meditation and positive thinking
* Promotes natural self-healing
Reiki is being passed from generation to generation through energetic attunements - received from a reiki master teacher, the reiki master is channeling/passing reiki frequencies/energy into the initiates or students.
And symbols (secret keys) – the reiki symbols are tools to help direct energy. The symbols are used in the sessions and in the attunements and are used to boost up the reiki energy.
Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use. It has been effective in helping virtually every known illness and always creates a beneficial effect. It also works in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.
While Reiki is spiritual in nature, it is not a religion. It has no dogma, and there is nothing you must believe in order to learn and use Reiki. In fact, Reiki is not dependent on belief at all and will work.
Reiki is about working with the powerful energies that have always been prevalent and is as old as the universe itself; it’s a technique for total healing, stress reduction and relaxation.
This article was written by Hila Ferguson, as a patient education resource for The Center For True Harmony Wellness and Medicine. Edited and revised by Sherry VanGoethem, Dr.Christine Brass-Jones OBGYN, and Dr. Denise Quance Grobe N.D. If you have any questions or comments contact the office at (480) 539-6646 or through email at info@trueharmonywellness.com
