Reiki Healing
The word Reiki is composed of two Japanese words, “rei” meaning “universal”, and “ki” meaning “life force energy”. It is an energy healing technique rediscovered by Dr. Mikao Usui. Reiki follows the principle that every single thing in this universe consists of the vital energy that flows in and around the living beings. If a person’s “life force energy” is low, then they are likely to feel stressed or fall sick, and if the “life force energy” is high and balanced, a person can enjoy life to the fullest.
When the life force energy flowing through us gets disrupted, we suffer from stress, anxiety and health issues. Reiki helps restore the balance of energy flow in a person by sending the energy received by the universe. It removes disruptions caused to the energy flow and restores balance.
History of Reiki Healing:
Reiki is originally a Buddhist healing practice which was rediscovered and spread by Dr Mikao Usui in Japan during the early 1900s. Dr Usui developed Reiki when he was practicing and fasting on Mount Kurama. The father of Reiki, Mikao Usui, gave five principles of Reiki, which are:
- Just for today, do not anger.
- Just for today, do not worry.
- Just for today, be grateful.
- Just for today, work with diligence.
- Just for today, be kind to people.
Reiki spread from Japan to the western world in the mid 20th century, and gained significant popularity, so much so that several western hospitals adopted the use of reiki along with medical treatment.
Reiki practitioners undergo three levels of training: Level 1 which includes self-healing and treating others, Level 2 which contains the art of distance reiki healing), and Master Level when one can teach and attune others.
How do Reiki healers give
healing?
After discussing the problems and issues the client is experiencing and knowing what the client is expecting from the
session, the reiki healing can be performed. Reiki healers provide reiki
healing by laying hands and transmitting the life force energy. They position
their hands slightly above the receiver’s head and chakras in the in person
healing session.
Normally Reiki healing sessions last for 30
minutes to 90 minutes depending on the issues or problems faced by the clients.
Reiki healing can be provided online as well.
The receiver needs to follow some instructions and have faith over the life
force energy. One may have warm tingling sensations during the session, which
is completely normal.
Distance Reiki Healing
A distant reiki healing session implies
receiving the healing energies while sitting at the comfort of your home. In
distance healing, reiki practitioners use the distance healing technique which
helps the healing energy transcend both time and distance. Thereby, allowing
your body to receive energy irrespective of time and place.
It’s an added advantage as by not being
present, the energy healing is not being hindered. Thus, one can receive
healing while sitting at any place in the world at any time.
Benefits of Reiki Healing
Reiki is a non-invasive practice that causes
no harm to the receiver. It can be performed in any setting by reiki healers.
Some benefits of Reiki are:
● Stress relief and relaxation
● Keeps heart rate balanced, reduces
blood pressure and other circular issues.
● Improves sleep quality and overall
well being.
● Helps manage the symptoms of
chronic diseases such as cancer, heart issues, etc.
● Reduces anxiety and helps
eliminate depression.
● Increases confidence and self
respect.
● Increases positive thoughts and
helps remove obstacles
● Helps with infertility and chronic
pain.
Stress Reduction and Relaxation
Reiki aids relaxation in the body by activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” functions. This helps tackle the effects of chronic stress, which often triggers the “fight or flight” response. Hence, promotes relaxation and reduces stress significantly.
Reiki healing reduces mental clutter and promotes clear thinking. It helps manage anxiety and removes emotional stress.
It helps with physical relaxation by relieving physical tension in the body.
Pain Management
Reiki healing increases the flow of life energy through the body, which helps release blockages, improves circulationand thereby reduces pain.
It is beneficial for chronic pain, such as arthritis, migraines, back pain. It also assists in reducing pain and discomfort after surgeries and also helps in injury recovery.
Emotional Healing and Mental
Health
Reiki healing balances the body’s energy flow,
which helps promote emotional wellbeing and mental clarity. It alleviates the
symptoms of depression and anxiety by promoting a sense of peace, positivity
and emotional resilience.
Reiki helps in overall mood improvement and
emotional stability.
Enhanced Healing and Recovery
Reiki stimulates the body’s natural healing
processes by improving energy flow and removing energetic blockages. Life is
all about movement and energy blockages may cause many illnesses and injuries.
Reiki not only boosts the immune system, by
helping the body fight off illnesses, but also speeds up the recovery time
required after surgery, illnesses, or injuries. It promotes cellular repair and
boosts the body’s natural health.
Improved Sleep Quality
By promoting relaxation and reducing stress,
Reiki can help regulate sleep patterns and improve the overall quality of
sleep. Good sleep in turn helps remove many health issues and also improves
mental and emotional wellbeing.
Reiki is proven to reduce insomnia and various
sleep disorders by enhancing the quality of sleep.
Spiritual Growth and
Self-Awareness
Reiki helps individuals connect with their
true inner selves. This enhances their spiritual awareness and growth in life.
When one person is truly connected to themself, they are able to enjoy life to
its best.
Reiki promotes a sense of mindfulness and
increases self-awareness, which helps in spiritual growth and also overall
growth in life.
Support for Chronic Conditions
Reiki healing has been found beneficial in
chronic conditions too. It helps manage the symptoms and improves the quality
of life.
Reiki helps with the symptoms of chronic
illnesses such as cancer, heart diseases, and diabetes. Reiki effectively
provides relief from the side effects of chemotherapy.
Several research has found that Reiki healing
along with treatments improves well being and eliminates diseases quickly. In
the US, many hospitals use Reiki healing along with doctor’s treatment to help
the patients heal faster.
Do’s and don’ts while receiving
Reiki Healing
Do’s
- Be prepared
for the sessions and have complete willingness to participate in the
process. - Share your
problems and issues with the reiki healer without hesitation. - Wear light,
loose and comfortable clothing during the session. - Stay
hydrated by having enough water. It helps flush out the negative energy
and toxins from the body. - Follow the
instructions of the Reiki healer.
Don’ts
- Do not
consume heavy meals before or after a Reiki healing session. - Do not
consume alcohol while taking sessions. They may affect the healing
process. - Don’t be
restricted during the sessions. Try to be open and relax.
Conclusion
Reiki healing offers a wide range of physical,
emotional, mental and spiritual benefits. It helps with stress reduction, pain
management, emotional and mental healing, releases blockages from life and
improves the overall quality of life. Distance reiki healing offers a flexible,
accessible way of receiving healing.
Reiki can help transform your life by infusing
life force energy in the body. It is the best complementary healing for
holistic approach towards health and wellness. Reiki when combined with medical
treatment can help significantly in improving health.