Reiki
Reiki (pronounced ray-key) is a gentle Japanese technique that has been used for hundreds of years for stress reduction, relaxation and healing. It is carried out through the "laying on of hands" from practitioner to client. There is no need to undress because the Reiki healing energy goes through clothing and even casts.
Where does the name come from?
It derives from two Japanese words: Rei, meaning universal spiritual consciousness and ki, meaning universal life force.
You don't have to be religious for Reiki to work as it is simply a Universal healing energy. Think of the planet earth after there has been a forest fire. There is destruction but the earth is always able to come to a balance and repair itself. We too can repair ourselves with this Universal Healing Energy.
How does Reiki work?
It promotes and accelerates healing and balancing of body, mind and spirit. It can be used in all aspects of your life and treats everything from physical ailments, breaking old mental habits and balancing emotions. It provides general health and well-being. The emphasis is on the cause of the illness more than the effect. When receiving Reiki you may notice a tingling sensation, a warm feeling, a cool feeling, or you may have a heightened vision or epiphanies. The most common result is a feeling of relaxation. After the session people may feel more or less energy to take on the day depending on what their body needs. Reiki brings balance and it is good to allot yourself extra time after your session to let the body heal.
