* REIKI

HOW REIKI WORKS AND WHAT ACHIEVES

Everything that exists is composed of energy. The physical component of an atom is only 1%; the other99% is composed of energy.

There is a rule in physics that says: ‘’Energy must always balance’’. This means that when high energy and low energy are connected, by means of a conductor, the energy flows from high to low until both equalise.

Following Reiki training, a Reiki practitioner becomes a conductor of energy.

When someone or something is touched by a Reiki practitioner, energy is drown into that person or object if it is low in energy. This energy has a healing effect.

However, the person must be willing to, on a soul level, to receive this energy; otherwise the energy will not be drawn in.

Reiki will help with any condition as long as the person is willing to receive the energy.

Reiki does not have a 100% success rate; it is not an instant cure! In most cases, however there is a considerable relief of discomfort and have a significant improvement in the quality life.

Keep in mind though that the longer a problem has been present in the body, usually the longer it takes to heal.

DOES REIKI ALWAYS WORK?

Reiki works as long as the person is willing to draw it in, and if, on a soul level, it is time for healing to take place.

It works on four planes of existence:

1. Physical
2. Mental
3. Emotional
4. Spiritual

Reiki may take sometimes an apparently convoluted route in healing, and this is something the practitioner can not control.

For example: If a client was treated for whiplash, he/ she may feel after 4 sessions that the pain has not diminished but that he/she is sleeping better, has more energy and feels that he/she can cope with life more easily.

After 4 more sessions the pain improves and the neck movement increase.

In this case it seems that in order to release the physical blockage, the shock needs to be released first from the emotional body.

If methods other than Reiki are used, a client quite often has the physical ability to move his neck, but is reluctant to do so, this is possibly because the shock has not been removed from the body.

Conversely Reiki will work on the physical level from the start, but maybe on an area of the body other than where the symptoms are located.

Quite often when a client comes with knee problems, the energy will work on the lower back. This is because the cause of the knee problems emanates from the back, and the effect is experienced in the knee.

REIKI WILL ALWAYS GO TO THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM, NO NECESSARILY WHERE WE WANTED IT TO GO

TREATMENT

The client lies or sits comfortably. It is best not to cross legs or arms, as this slows the flow of energy.

• Client will remain fully clothed, except for taking off the shoes, watch, spectacles and any metal jewelry.
• Practitioner place hands on different positions along client’s body, but in not any moment any personal areas will be touched.
• It is preferable to close eyes, so client can fully relax and it is perfectly acceptable to go to sleep, in this manner the client will absorb more energy, as the mind will be still and relaxed.
• A Reiki session is given mainly in silence. Some relevant conversation may take place, but it is best not to chat socially as the deeper the client surrenders to Reiki, the more valuable the session will be.
• Reiki releases energy store in the tissues. Any unnecessary conversation inhibits this process of release.
• Sometimes the release of energy creates pain or discomfort and the client should feel free to discuss this with the practitioner. If the client feels a bit emotional and needs to laugh or cry, it is alright to do so.
• The sort of experiences the client may have includes sensations of warmth, heat, cold or tingling where hands are placed, or sensing energy flowing around the body.

AFTER REIKI TREATMENT

Reflexes may not be as fast as usual and perceptions may be slightly altered because of the relaxed state. Client need to proceed with more caution than usual.

Occasionally in the days immediately following a treatment, some people experience something called a ‘healing crisis’

This is usually just a short period when they have temporary physical symptoms as the Reiki energy works through the blockages and the body does its best to get rid of them.

Due to the healing crisis, there may be a worsening of the condition during the first 3 or 4 Reiki sessions before an improvement in symptoms is notable.

It is recommendable to drink plenty water during the next few days after a treatment

GENERAL POINTS

• Reiki is not a substitute for medical care but enhances it.
• Reiki works in conjunction with other alternative healing methods, i.e. acupuncture, massage…..
• Reiki is not recommended for use on pregnant women during the first 3 months of pregnancy and clients with psychotic problems.
• Reiki is not a guaranteed ‘cure-all’.
• Reiki goes where it is needed, not necessarily where practitioner or clients wants.