Introduction to Reiki

Throughout the history of mankind, healing methods have always existed which were based on the transfer of Universal, all pervading Life energy - the same energy that brings forth all type of life in the universe and nourishes it. Thousands of years ago, the Tibetans already possessed a deep understanding of the nature of spirit, energy and matter and used this knowledge to heal their bodies, harmonize their soul and lead their spirit to an experience of unity.

This knowledge was guarded and preserved by the mystic school of most ancient cultures and was available in its entity only to very few people, usually priests of spiritual leaders who in turn passed it on to their disciples by word of mouth. The knowledge of Reiki would have remained lost forever had not Dr. Mikao Usui rediscovered the key which led to the recovery of a thousand year old tradition of healing in 2500-year old Sanskrit Sutras at the end of 19th century.

What is Reiki?

The word Reiki means Universal Life Energy. It is defined as being that power which acts and lives in all created matter. The word consists of two parts. The syllable REI describes the Universal boundless aspect of the energy; While KI being the vital life force energy which flows through all living beings. It is one of the highest forms of energy in existence.

Everyone is born with REIKI, for it is the energy of life itself.

What Reiki is NOT

Reiki is not a religion, as it holds no creed or doctrine. It has nothing to do with spiritualism or the occult in any shape or form. It has nothing to do with the calling up of ghosts or demons, nor is it concerned with hypnosis or any other kind of psychological techniques. To practice Reiki, no special kind of faith or beliefs is required.

In Reiki treatments, use is made solely of neutral but concentrated form of cosmic energy.

Effects of Reiki Treatment

One of the greatest benefits of REIKI is self-treatment. Once a person is attuned, he or she needs only intention to do REIKI on him/herself or others, and the energy is immediately drawn on its own accord with no further intense focus from the practitioner.

It is an extremely effective technique for total relaxation and stress release. One is filled with a sensation of peace, vitality and joy, often combined with a pleasant feeling of security and of being enclosed in a fine health of energy, treating oneself also helps to release withheld emotions and energy blocks, REIKI works holistically.

Reiki not only changes in the chemical structure of the body, by helping to regenerate organs and rebuild tissue and bones, it also helps balance on the mental level. REIKI is a wonderful tool to help one develop conscious awareness, the very key of enlightenment.

Reiki affects each individual in a very personal way the results being determined by the needs of the person being treated. Some common denominators which seem to result in most treatments are that, it:

• Balances energy
• Increases Creativity
• Helps release emotions
• Releases Stress
• Amplifies energy
• Works Holistically
• Increases awareness
• Reverses aging process.

REIKI can never do damage in any way since it only flows in the quantities necessary for the recipient.

The Usui System of REIKI is not only the most simple and natural healing method we know of, but it is also the most effective way or transferring this Universal Life energy, Once a person has been opened up to become a "channel" for REIKI, concentrated life energy will now through his hands on its own accord and he will retain this ability for the rest of his life.

As most things in life, REIKI must be experienced to be appreciated.

May your exploration of REIKI be a joyous one!