The Power
Yet Gentleness
Of Reiki
What is Reiki?
Reiki is an ancient Japanese healing technique based on the belief that vital energy flows through all living things. Mikao Usui developed Reiki (pronounced ray-key) in the early 1900s from the Japanese words rei (universal) and ki (universal life energy).
The concept is simple - we feel good, have energy for our day and have little or no health issues when we have a good flow of energy through our bodies. However, as energy slows down and becomes blocked, we may start to notice any number of physical, mental, or emotional issues rise.
Reiki is a gentle, non-intrusive therapy healing art that promotes good health by increasing the flow of energy to the body and enhancing the body’s natural ability to heal itself. It is gentle enough for all ages including children as well as pets and plants.
Reiki can be complimentary to many other types of therapies and treatments. In fact, it can be performed on people who cannot move, may be sensitive to touch, or can't tolerate other types of therapies.
Reiki Treatments - What To Expect
Each session usually begins with a custom holistic nurse assessment and a short discussion regarding your health including the current issue(s) you'd like to address.
During the treatment, I allow universal life energy to pass through my hands to your body. My hands are either lightly on or just above you. My intuition guides me and healing energy always knows where to go for the issues we've discussed.
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You remain fully dressed so please wear comfortable clothing, you can be seated or reclined. The room will be calming and relaxing. Soft music, candles and aromatic scents may be added to the treatment, please let me know if you have any preferences or concerns.
Most clients feel very calm and relaxed during a session and even feel refreshed after, like they've taken a short nap. It is normal to experience sensations such as heat or tingling as well.
Benefits of Reiki
While each individual will experience Reiki in a personal way as it helps to balance and nurture your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual energy. Here are some of the most widely seen benefits of Reiki:
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Calms the mind, body, and spirit
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Helps reduce pain, including its emotional and mental health aspects
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Promotes relaxation and stress-reduction, which assists your body in healing
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Helps you get restful sleep
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Stimulates your body's immune system
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Improves digestion
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Can improve mental balance and mood
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Affects the endocrine system, increasing balance on all levels
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Grows awareness and creativity as your energy is amplified
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Assists in conditions such as anxiety and depression
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Reiki is cumulative. While one or two sessions may certainly help you feel better, with repeated sessions (weekly, monthly, quarterly), your body begins to respond more rapidly to any stressors in your life. This tends to provide longer lasting results. Ask me about the discounts that I offer.
Want to learn to do Reiki for yourself? Consider taking my Reiki I class.
Five Principles of Reiki
Reiki is founded on five basic principles which you can recite or add to your day whether you receive Reiki or not.
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Just for today I will live in an attitude of gratitude.
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Just for today I will not worry.
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Just for today I will not feel anger.
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Just for today I will do my work honestly.
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Just for today I will show love and respect for every living thing.
