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| It is not massage.
It is not a religion.
It is not a belief system.
It is not a substitute for traditional medical treatment.
Mikao Usui (1865-1926) founded the practice of Reiki in Japan near the beginning of the 20th century (the energy has always existed). There are conflicting accounts in the Reiki literature of its precise origins, and what took place during the years immediately following its introduction.
Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key) is a method of natural healing based on the application of Universal Life Force Energy (the name literally means Universal Life Force Energy).
Reiki is a Japanese word representing Universal Life Force, the energy around us and within us. Reiki is a way of activating, directing and applying natural energy for the promotion of health, healing, balance and wholeness. This form of healing is a holistic creative energy and therefore useful for preventing imbalance, assisting the body's natural healing powers and maintaining the rebalance as a state of well being.
It can be used most effectively as a self-help technique as well as for the release of stress and relaxation and to restore the vital energy lost in daily life. Therefore creating good health!
Energy Healing involves direct application of Chi for the purpose of strengthening the clients energy system (aura). Chi is the term used by the Chinese mystics and martial artists for the underlying force the Universe is made of. Mystics in all cultures have talked about the physical universe being made of an underlying form of something, much as modern physics research is now coming to understand the Universe is made of energy which is subject to (or affected by) thought.
It opens the heart, crown and palm charkas and the spirit to the causes of disease and pain and reinforces the body's ability to heal itself. It supports and enhances all medical treatment, being used effectively by conventional doctors, complementary practitioners and especially "by everyday" people such as you and I.
Reiki is an ancient form of hands on healing which treats mind, body and spirit. Reiki is a powerful transformative experience. A perfect tool for our new millennium it will clear your thinking, reduce your stress levels, alleviate pain and work away any deep seated problems.
This type of healing is a simple and powerful process. The external energy, of which there is an unlimited supply, passes through the hands to wherever it is needed in the body. Stress is released and there is a deep feeling of relaxation and profound well being for the receiver and also the practitioner.
It works whether one believes in it or not - even if the recipient is unconscious.
It works on animals and plants. It may help with personal and spiritual growth. Reiki can benefit at four different levels: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.
The Reiki treatment: The client lies on a massage table, fully clothed. Covered with a light sheet or blanket depending on how cold the client is at the time. The Practitioner places their hands on various positions, beginning with the head, face and crown, and then, Shoulders, arms, hands, heart, solar plexus, stomach, legs, knees and feet. The client will experience a warming sensation with a nurturing feeling as they slip away into a deep sense of relaxation.
The treatment is conducted with respect for body privacy; there is no "inappropriate touching". The length of a full session may vary, but generally takes about 45 minutes to an hour. At the end of the reiki session you are offered a refreshing lemon drink in which to help ground you so you are able to step back into your normal routine feeling that sense of well being.
WITH REIKI, IT IS NOT "YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR". IT IS MORE LIKE:
"YOU GET BACK ACCORDING TO WHAT YOU PUT IN."
Just for today, do not worry.
Just for today, do not anger.
Just for to day be free and happy
Just for today you are taken care of
Live consciously in the moment
Take your blessing with gratitude
respect your parents, teachers, and elders.
Earn your living honestly.
Love others as your self.
Dr. Mikao Usui (The Founder Of Reiki)
Written by
Kerry Crabbe
Reiki Practitioner and massage therapist
Queenscliff day spa
