The Basic Philosophy of Reiki

The basic concept of 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.  The energy transferred from the practitioner to the receiver will travel where needed throughout the body and works whether it is accepted as truth or not. 

In-Person Reiki Session

Reiki sessions can take various forms, but most commonly resembles typical bodywork appointments where the receiver lies on a massage table.  A session generally lasts between 30-60 minutes.  It is a simple procedure, consisting of calm and concentrated areas through a gentle laying of the hands or 2-3" inches above the body with the practitioner focusing on healing and giving energy to specific areas on the receiver.  

Distance Healing

Distance healing is quicker than most in-person, hands-on treatments and the results can often be instant too.  The wonderful healing properties of Reiki know no boundaries.  Reiki energies can be sent to anyone or anything anywhere across the world.  With Reiki Distance Healing you can receive the benefits of Reiki without stopping what you are doing or having to go anywhere.  You can be driving or even asleep.  Reiki is a bit like having a good friend who is always there for you and to comfort you.  Reiki Distance healing can be sent to you, to your friends, to your pet, to a problem or challenge in your life and can help with past or future events. 

Pet Reiki 

Beloved pets will also benefit from receiving Reiki for ailments such as stress, anxiety, pain, chronic illness, disease and depression as well as changes in an environment.

Side Effects

Reiki generally has no side effects as it is a very non-invasive gentle procedure.  Some receivers report tingling or sensations of heat or cold during treatment.  Others have reported sadness or anxiety during treatment, which practitioners claim are buried or repressed emotions being released by the new energy flow.

Research and General Acceptance

Reiki has been used in major health facilities and hospitals as part of alternative healing practice, and doctors, dentists, nurses and other health professionals have been trained to use its gentle techniques as part of their practice.  

Training and Certification

Reiki practitioners undergo a series of attunements, which are sessions with Reiki masters that teach the basic methods of energy healing.  Several organizations provide resources for Reiki training.  Reiki practitioners believe these attunements are necessary for correct technique.  The masters teach each person how to activate the universal life energy in themselves before they can pass it on to others. 

Resources

Hallett, A. "Narratives of Therapeutic Touch." Nursing Standard 19 (September 15, 2004): 33-37.
Kelner, M., B. Wellman, H. Boon, and S. Welch. "Responses of Established Healthcare to the Professionalization of Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Ontario." Social Science and Medicine 59 (September 2004): 915-930.

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