About Reiki

What is Reiki?

Reiki healing is a purely natural therapy that gently balances life energies and brings health and well being to the recipient. One of the greatest Reiki health benefits is stress reduction and relaxation, which triggers the bodies natural healing abilities, while improving and maintaining health on all levels. Reiki is normally administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. If one's "life force energy" is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy. This is the essence of Reiki.

The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words - Rei which means "God's Wisdom, Universal or the Higher Power" and Ki which is "life force energy". So Reiki is actually "spiritually guided life force energy." Although some practitioners say Reiki comes from God, Reiki is not religious in any way and can be used and learned by anyone regardless of belief. A treatment feels like a wonderful loving, glowing radiance that flows through and around you and has many beneficial effects that include feelings of peace, security and wellbeing. If you don't believe it - you can try it yourself. Millions of practitioners experience these and many other benefits of Reiki worldwide!

This is because Reiki is a holistic system, i.e. it addresses the WHOLE person: The physical, mental, emotional and the spiritual aspects of humanness. The human body is not made up of isolated parts to be fixed like a biological machine, but is an amazing web of energy, and in order to truly return to health, inner peace and happiness, all levels of our being must be addressed.

Reiki will amaze you

Reiki is an all inclusive system which healing power works on four different levels:

The physical level: Reiki strengthens the immune system. It helps in pain relief. It balances and harmonizes the function of glands and organs. It heals by opening the blocked energy channels, the meridians, and balances the chakras. With regular practice, good health and well-being is maintained.

The emotional level: Reiki reduces stress and improves relaxation, this in turn strengthens the immune system and maintains health. Reiki clears energy blockages and suppressed emotions.

The mental level: Reiki enables the person to become more positive and reach a different outlook on life. You feel more empowered and find it easier to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.

The spiritual level: Reiki enables you to feel more connected to your higher self. It aids meditation, increases intuition and provides limitless benefits of spiritual growth.

Reiki is so simple yet so powerful, and this is what makes it a unique healing system that anyone can learn, because it does not require any previous experience or special ability. The benefits of Reiki are infinite. It enables you to take an active part in your own wellness, and increases your growth on all levels.

Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use. Although it is not a "cure-all" , the benefits are enormous. Many have reported miraculous results. Reiki has been effective in helping or alleviating virtually every known illness, malady or disease and always creates a beneficial effect. It also works in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.

How does Reiki work?

We are alive because life force is flowing through us. Life force flows within the physical body through pathways called chakras, meridians etc. It also flows around us in a field of energy called the aura. Life force nourishes the organs and cells of the body, supporting them in their vital functions. When this flow of life force is disrupted, it causes diminished function in one or more of the organs and tissues of the physical body.

Reiki heals by flowing through the affected parts and charging them with positive energy. It raises the vibratory level of the energy field in and around the physical and emotional body where the negative thoughts and feelings are attached. This causes the negative energy to break apart and fall away. In so doing, Reiki clears, straightens and heals the energy pathways, thus allowing the life force to flow in a healthy and natural way.

Sessions are normally performed in a private one-on-one setting where the client is fully clothed lying comfortably on a massage table. The sessions can either be touch or non-touch depending on the client's specific needs. Reiki is a totally safe healing method that wonderfully supplements anyone's traditional medical care or CAM or meditative practice.

You can use Reiki on your own.

Who can use Reiki?

Anyone. Reiki is used all over the world by millions of people from all walks of life regardless of faith, cultural, educational or working background. You can be a Christian, Buddhist, Hindhu or Muslim, nurse, doctor, CEO, unemployed or housewife, teenager, middle aged or pensioner. Whatever your situation or position in life, Reiki can and will be able to help you enhance and improve your health and quality of life. It is that simple!

What can Reiki be used for?

In one simple word—EVERYTHING! Reiki is not only a relaxation and healing technique, it is a universal energy source in itself, a spiritual path and a way of life for many. Since it balances body, mind and spirit, Reiki can be used for numerous things such as:

* Ultimate relaxation and stress reduction

* Relief from pain and anxiety

* Restoration of vitality and immune system

* Enhancement and acceleration of body’s healing abilities

* Calming and nurturing

* Emotional healing and clearing

* Self-care (helps prevent burnout and diseases)

* Preparation and recovery from surgery

* Enhancing the body’s ability to recover from injuries

* Relief from the physical and emotional effects of stress

* Assisting the body in clearing toxins (chemotherapy or radiation)

There are no known medical contraindications to Reiki. The uses and benefits of Reiki are almost limitless. Like a sponge, a person draws the energy into them, and when balanced (or “saturated”), they simply stop receiving Reiki. Thus, there is no danger of a side-effect or “overdose." Here is a list of some of the health problems, Reiki can alleviate or help cure:

Addictions (alcohol, tobacco, drugs)

ADHD

Allergies

Anxiety

AIDS

Arthritis

Asthma

Back pains

Bereavement

Cancer (chemotherapy)

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Delusions

Depression

Fibromyalgia

Hair Loss

High Blood Pressure (HBP)

Hypothyroidism

Immune Deficiencies

Insomnia

Ischias

Leukemia

Memory Loss

Migraine

Neuropathy

Phobias

Physical Injuries/Emergencies

Polyps

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Psoriasis

Schizophrenia

Short-sightedness

Skin Problems

Stress

Stroke

Surgery

Tennis Elbow

Traumas

Whiplash

Wrinkles

And so on and so on

Please note: This site was created in order to share information about the wonderful health benefits of Reiki. It is for educational and inspirational purposes. Reiki is not a substitute for professional medical care or treatment. Information on or from this site are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.You should consult with an appropriate health practitioner in case of any medical condition and preferably get a diagnosis from your doctor before receiving Reiki - if you have health problems. Easy Reiki Learning cannot be held liable according to any health laws for the above reasons.

Reiki is used in hospitals. Click below to read more about Reiki and medical research:

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Reiki will enhance and lighten up your life

Most of us do not consider what makes our heart beat or attracts swarming bees to unfolding flowers. Think about it for a moment. Life exists because there is an amazing force that sustains, invigorates and binds it together. Magically, it is possible to make a direct connection to this vibrant universal force through Reiki.

What is Reiki (pronounced Ray-key)?

Reiki - which means universal life force energy - is a Japanese healing art that in about 30 years has managed to spread around the globe to become a phenomenon millions of people around the world are reaping benefits from daily. The force of Reiki has made Reiki spread unlike any other complementary therapy the world has known - because it works in unprecedented ways!

Increases and balances energy

Reiki is a natural method for relaxation and stress reduction which balances the mind, body and spirit by strengthening their innate connection. Reiki energy makes a powerful impact on the mental, physical and emotional body-systems and facilitates healing of anything from back pains, life-stresses, emotional and physical burnout to mental blockages. The positive experiences, which many people have with Reiki have been scientifically identified. A number of studies show that there are significant effects from Reiki on heart-diseases, cancer, anxiety and traumas.

Ref: http://home.deds.nl/~reiki/varlinks.html. A plausible explanation to alternative and conventional health professionals as well as scientists and ordinary people could be that Reiki increases the life-giving flow within our mind, body and spirit by recharging our "batteries" when we feel tired or depleted.

Irrespective of faith

Reiki is independent of religious, philosophical or psychological terminologies. Anyone no matter their background can both benefit from a Reiki treatment as well as learn Reiki to increase energy-levels. Reiki improves the quality of life which depends on life-force. Once learned, Reiki is always at hand for free - and stays with the practitioner throughout his/her life.

Transfer from a Reikimaster

The ability to use Reiki is transferred and disclosed by a Reikimaster through an in-class or online training course. Through personal attunements and instructions, the Reikimaster enables the student to act as a channel for the universal life force energy. This is similar to "opening the tap" or "turning on the power" at home. This strengthens the practitioner's healing abilities for the benefit of her/himself and others.

Outstanding results

Many people have experienced miraculous results with Reiki-treatment of self and others. The essence and speciality of Reiki is that both the practitioner and receiver will be "charged" with Reiki. To become a Reiki-practitioner is not difficult, anybody can immediately after a Reiki 1 or 2 course have great pleasure and benefit of Reiki. However, to work professionally with Reiki takes additional training.

History

It is estimated that five million people have learned Reiki to date. Reiki was first brought to the West, by a Japanese-American woman from Hawaii named Mrs. Takata. In the early 70'ies - after having used Reiki with great success she began teaching Reiki to others and thus became the founder of Reiki in the West. Many Reikimasters still use Takata's teaching model. There are 3 levels of Reiki training. First, a student will learn Reiki 1 then 2 and perhaps 3. In recent years, Reiki's Japanese roots have become known in the West, which is why more Reikimasters incorporate teachings from the Japanese Reiki-tradition which greatly enhance Reiki’s personal benefits.

Discovered in Japan

Reiki was discovered by Mikao Usui in the early 1920'ies. Usui, born outside Kyoto in Japan, was a curious, knowledgeable and spiritual person, who became interested in exploring how various forms of spiritual teachings, martial arts and contemporary healing-practices could be combined as he was searching for his life purpose. This led Usui in the discovery of a universal health formula. After years of searching and long-term meditational practice, Usui discovered Reiki through Satori - a sudden enlightenment on the Kurama Mountain. Afterwards a great number of miracles and healing cures appeared in his footsteps. A great earthquake and fire in Tokyo in 1923 where Usui helped many casualties would have it that he received an honourable recognition from the Japanese emperor. Thereafter rumours spread and he became widely known throughout Japan, particularly in Tokyo where he taught many people, including a doctor who later taught Mrs Takata prior to World War 2. Usui's greatest wish was that Reiki would spread to the world. This has indeed happened as Reiki has helped millions of people in extraordinary ways.

A life-force reload and self-help tool

By learning Reiki, we reconnect with our internal essence and natural innate abilities for healing and otherwise. Reiki's enormous power can help us better deal with life's challenges. We all need good health and peace of mind and vibrant spirit - with Reiki's love and support we can achieve that and more no matter where, who or what we are doing. In fact the world would be a much better place if more people had Reiki.

Fears of the unknown

Although some people still hold onto ignorance, ingrained habits or misperceptions about healing practices, Reiki is continuously growing around the world. By having an open mind we can understand Reiki better. If you open your heart to Reiki, you will find that Reiki has unlimited potential and a lot to offer. For those who do, Reiki becomes an unforgettable encounter.

Learning Reiki is not difficult. As a matter of fact, it could be the best thing you will do in your life. Try it - you will be AMAZED!

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