“…the magic medicine of healing all kinds of illness…mental and spiritual improving method” Mikao Usui – Founder of Reiki – Japan – 1922
Reiki is a very simple, yet powerful, healing technique inspired by ancient Buddhist self-improvement practices. Rei (pronounced ray) can be interpreted as Universal or Spirit. Ki (pronounced key) is the vital life force which flows through and around all living things. So Reiki is ‘spiritually guided life force energy’.
Ki flows within the physical body through pathways called chakras, meridians and nadis. It also flows around us in a field of energy called the aura. Ki nourishes the organs and cells of the body, supporting them in their vital functions. When the flow of ki is disrupted, it causes diminished function in the physical body. Ki is responsive to thoughts and feelings. It becomes disrupted when we accept negative thoughts or feelings about ourselves. Reiki heals by flowing through the affected parts of the energy field and charging them with positive energy.
Reiki can be used on yourself, other people, plants, animals and situations. It can be used to improve the nutritional value of food and the efficacy of medicines. It can be used alone or in conjunction with other therapies.
Reiki is so easy to learn and simple to use, that children can become practitioners. As the Reiki energy moves through the practitioner it dispels blocks and negativity before being channelled through to the recipient, thus never draining the practitioner. Continued practice promotes wellbeing, joy and vitality. The practitioner’s spirituality is refined, prompting them to take full responsibility for their future development and a conscious understanding of our ever-changing world.