REIKI

Reiki This is an energetic approach to the body, where the therapist
places his or her hands on, or just above, 12 prescribed areas of the
body.


In each position the hands are rested gently on the body and remain
still for 3 to 5 minutes without manipulation of any sort. The purpose of
this therapy is to promote deep relaxation by creating a calming and
nurturing effect.


The word reiki means ‘universal life energy’ in Japanese, where this
therapy originated at the turn of the century. Reiki is based on the
premise that illness is caused by a disruption in the body’s energy field
or life force.


By using specially designed symbols and channelling energy, it is
believed that the body can be filled with positive energy causing the
disease-making negative energy to disappear.


How does it work?
Reiki heals by charging negatively affected parts of the energy field
with positive energy. Energy fields in the body each have different
vibratory levels and reiki practitioners use their hands to affect and
hopefully rebalance these vibrations in the negatively affected part of
the body.


What does it involve?
Although the reiki practitioner may ask questions about the client’s
health prior to treatment, it is important to note that no diagnosis,
prognosis or advice will be offered. Remaining fully clothed, the client
prepares for treatment by relaxing on a massage couch, or sitting if that
is more comfortable.


The practitioner may then rest their hands lightly and gently on the
body in a sequence of positions, each one being held for a couple of
minutes.


Alternatively, they may work ‘absently’, or away from the body.
Although personal experiences differ, some people report feeling an
intense heat from the practitioner’s hands during the process. The
client does not have to think about or do anything, as it is the
practitioner’s aim to provide a gentle, warming, vital energy appropriate
for the recipient.


What is it good for?
Reiki can be used to relieve the symptoms of chronic illnesses such as
anxiety, insomnia, back pain and arthritis, and it often produces long-
term beneficial changes. In most cases the practitioner will suggest a
course of four, six or twelve treatments for maximum benefit.


What are the benefits?
Aside from treating physical, mental and emotional problems, most
clients report that a reiki treatment feels wonderful, and promotes a
sense of relaxation and well being.


What are the side effects and when should it be avoided?
As a general rule, reiki can’t do any harm because it is a form of non-
invasive energy healing and will adjust itself to create the most
appropriate effect for each individual person.


However, although most people feel peaceful and relaxed after
treatment, it can stir up emotions as part of the healing process. Some
people also experience a healing reaction such as a headache or flulike
symptoms, but any discomfort should be short-lived.
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