The Reiki Power

The term Reiki comes from two Japanese words- Rei meaning “God’s Wisdom or the Higher Power” and Ki which means “life force energy”. It is a technique that reduces stress and promotes healing and relaxation. The whole process is administered by the “laying of hands” as part of the application of the universal life force energy. Reiki healing is considered as one holistic therapy since it involves physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels. The teaching claims that the inexhaustible universal spiritual energy can provide a healing effect. Once the hands of the practitioner are placed on the recipient, energy will flow through and the healing process can then take place.

During treatment, practitioners may use a fixed hand position or various positions depending on the kind of treatment being initiated. In a typical procedure which involves the whole body, 12 to 20 positions are applied and it usually lasts for about 45 to 90 minutes. Before moving to another position, the hands are kept still for 3 to 5 minutes. In a series of more than 3 treatments, a usual 1 to 7 days interval is observed especially in addressing patients with chronic disorders. Some practitioners may consider their intuition as a guide as to where the treatment is much needed. They usually take some time to enter a meditative state to become mentally prepared for the treatment. Unnecessary talking is avoided.

There are plenty of beneficial effects that Reiki healing brings. Many have already reported about miraculous results. Though it is spiritual in nature, it is not considered as a religion. The system of healing starts from within and there is a need to be in harmony with others. This whole process on the other hand is not dependent on certain beliefs and will work whether you believe in it or not.