Reiki

Reiki is an individuals path to self-discovery and healing. Reiki means "universal life energy" and, as such, belongs to all of us.  It is a gentle but powerful hands-on healing technique which works on a physical, emotional and spiritual level.

Reiki is a Japanese word meaning universal life energy, the energy which is all around us.  Rei translates as Universal spirit¯ and Ki¯ as life force energy¯ which is similar to the Indian Prana and the Chinese Chi¯ (the essential life force of the earth, planets and stars and our own life vitality).  This is the unseen life force energy or Ki that flows through us, if our life force energy is low, then we are more likely to get ill or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy. Reiki is a gentle and powerful hands-on healing technique promoting stress reduction and relaxation and facilitates healing on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. It has existed for many thousands of years and it is said that Buddha and Jesus healed with this energy.

Like many alternative healing techniques now in our midst, Reiki is becoming increasingly popular among people who are interested in a holistic approach to health.  Holistic healing addresses the whole person ie the mind, emotions and spirit as well as the physical body and believes that illness begins in the non-physical realms of the body before manifesting on a physical level.  Emotional and mental pain and a disharmonious lifestyle disrupt the energy flow in a persons body causing blockages and eventually leading to disease and illness.  It is therefore essential we address our health and lifestyles on a holistic level so our energy can flow freely throughout the body.  Reiki treatments opens the mind and soul to the causes of our illnesses and accelerates the bodys own natural ability to heal itself.

History of Reiki

The exact origin of Reiki is unknown, it is believed that Reiki originated in Tibet and was rediscovered in Japan in the 1800s by a Japanese monk, Dr. Mikao Usui.  Dr Usui, who was principal of Doshiska University in Kyoto, was asked by his students to be shown the method by which Jesus did healing.

Following this challenge, he began a quest searching for healing knowledge and spent the next 28 years of his life travelling, studying and researching.  After many years he rediscovered a healing system based on the ancient Tibetan teachings and Sanskrit scripts and he spent the rest of his life practising and teaching this method, which he named as Reiki.  Reiki was introduced into the Western world in the mid-70s and is now extensively practised both by medical professionals and lay people.

Anyone can learn Reiki, including children, who are highly receptive to the loving energy.  No special abilities or knowledge are needed, only the willingness to learn.  In these times of increasing stress and competition, it is necessary to find a sense of inner peace and a true way back to the self.  Reiki is a positive way ahead and it is encouraging to know that this method of healing is available to anyone. It is a marvellous gift to use within the family or among friends and would recommend Reiki to anyone who will use the experience to benefit themselves and others.

Reiki Life Principles

Through its use, Reiki encourages gentleness, consideration and a deep understanding and compassion for oneā€™s family, friends and colleagues.  Reiki has its own philosophy for living which was inspired by Dr. Usui a wonderful attitude to life his 5 principles are as follows:

Just for today, I will give thanks for my many blessings
Just for today, I will not worry
Just for today, I will not be angry
Just for today, I will do my work honestly
Just for today, I will be kind to my neighbour and every living thing.

Reiki treatment

Before the treatment

• It is best to wear loose-fitting garments to the treatment.  Wearing natural fabrics is best (cotton, wool or linen). You will also need to remove any jewellery prior to the session, so you may want to consider leaving these items at home.
• You should ideally not eat 1 hour before or after the treatment.  There is no harm if you do, it may just lessen the effect of the healing.
• It is best to avoid stimulants before or after the treatment eg alcohol or coffee (particularly alcohol).

What to expect

The treatment will last about an hour.  You will be asked to lay down onto a massage couch. You will be fully clothed except for your shoes.

Some people experience Reiki as warmth, some as cool energy, some as tingling.  What each person experiences during a treatment will vary alot, according to each individuals needs at the time and how sensitive they are feeling to sutble energy.  The healing energy will move towards the place the body needs it most.  The Reiki treatment offers a relaxed environment of dimmed lights and meditative music.  Reiki can bring about deep relaxation, detoxify the system and provide new vitality. 

After the treatment

• You should drink water.
• You should not drink any stimulants eg alcohol or coffee for at least an hour after the treatment.
• Ideally, not eat for an hour after the treatment.  Once again, there is no harm but it may lessen the effect of the treatment.

Reiki treatments are available in Farnborough or I can come to your home.
Please call Jayne on 01252 513725 or 07738 008974 for further information or to make a booking.