Reiki
What is reiki ?
Reiki is a gentle and effective method of relaxation and stress relief, it is also a very natural form of healing that has been around for many years.
Reiki goes back several thousands of years, but was rediscovered by Dr Mikao Usui in the later part of the C19th.
It originated Japan and spread throughout Tibet, China & India, only being brought to the west in the middle of the last century.
Reiki is a Japanese word meaning universal life force energy – this circulates throughout and around all living things. When this energy is flowing freely you will feel stable and healthy; when these energies are low you may be vulnerable to stress, anxiety and depression. This can also manifest as Physical ill-health.
Reiki is a safe & gentle method of healing that promotes relaxation – it also accelerates the bodies own natural ability to heal itself. It is widely noted to bring relief from a wide range of problems.
One of the greatest things about Reiki is that it is for everyone - anyone can receive it ( all that is required is an openness and willingness to receive) and anyone can train to give it, it is one of the most wonderful and natural of gifts that can either enhance quality of life or be part of a beautiful spiritual journey.
Reiki is for everyone regardless of age, gender, race, religion or state of health/ill-health. Reiki is not a religion, and does not contradict any religious beliefs. Reiki does not require belief or faith, just an openness to receive the healing energy channeled by the practitioner.
Reiki is a complementary therapy, it does not intend to ‘replace’ traditional medicine, rather 'complement' and assist with any process of healing, be it physical, emotional or spiritual. Reiki practitioners do not diagnose. You should always consult your GP if you have any concerns about your general health.
· Provide relaxation.
· Helps to reduce stress & anxiety
· Heal mental & emotional issues.
· Provide pain relief/reduction.
· Increase confidence/self esteem
· Improve concentration
· The ability to heal yourself
· Stimulate/strengthen immune system
· Aid meditation and encourage positive thinking
· Assist in Achieving goals
· Help clear unwanted habits
· Protect from negative energy
As you can see, Reiki can assist with a variety of problems, I believe that one of the most beneficial aspects is how it can help us as an individual to seek and find what 'what we are searching for' emotionally and spiritually. This in itself has tremendous influence in how we view ourselves, all those around us, and our perception of the world.
With Reiki in your life you will discover a whole new and beautiful dimension that you were not even aware existed!
THE FIVE REIKI PRINCIPLES
· Just for today do not anger
· Just for today do not worry
· Just for today I will do my work dilligently
· Just for today I will give thanks for my many blessings
· Just for today I will be kind to all living things
Dr Mikao Usui.