Reiki FAQs

Reiki is defined as the Universal Life Force. The name itself comes from two Japanese words. “Rei” means spirit and “Ki” means energy. As the life force passes through the practitioner, the patient receives the healing. The healing is directed by the person's higher self and the Reiki will go exactly where it is supposed to go. The patient does not have to believe in it for it to work. The practitioner's intent is the power behind this ancient healing art.

There are four levels to Reiki training. The students must be attuned to all levels as they go through the classes for each. Reiki I begins out attuning the student once. Only a Reiki Master can attune a person. Reiki I practitioners can work on self-healing and animals. Reiki II brings a little more responsibility to the student. They can now work on other people after receiving the two attunement at this stage. They may also begin to charge for their practice. They also learn the power symbol, healing symbol, and energy symbol. In Reiki III, the student learns about long-distance healing, how to work with surgical or hospital patients, and about the chakras and how to help in their balancing. A Reiki Master is the one who attunes the students and teaches the art to as many people as they can. They are also responsible for helping people as well whether it be in a hospital setting or their own office by giving Reiki treatments.

After each class, the students bring out their tables and practice giving Reiki treatments to each other. This way they can learn what techniques work, if they are staying in one place for too long, and gives them a chance to try the new symbols they have learned. This is the best part of the class for some, the giving and receiving of the Reiki spirit.

What is Reiki energy? Reiki energy is known as the Universal Life Force. It is also known as Ki, Qi, or Chi in different parts of China. It is taught to us by the Reiki Masters. We learn how to channel it after being attuned. Then we go forth and share it with other people.

What does the Reiki energy feel like? For different people, it will feel like different things. Some have a spinning experience, some see bright colours, some have beautiful visions, and some feel nothing at all. They may also experience a warmth or a tingle depending on where the practitioner is.

How does a Reiki treatment work? The practitioner starts the treatment at the crown chakra and goes all the way down to the root chakra, opening any chakras that are blocked. Then they do each elbow and knee and then you flip over and they work on your back chakras. After they have opened all of these, you will flip one more time onto your back while they anchor in your affirmation and give thanks to you for letting them treat you.

How does Reiki Energy know where to go? If you have a specific pain, the practitioner will still treat the entire body. If the Reiki is needed in one certain place, it will flow to that area. Your higher self knows where it needs healing and will direct the Reiki. If the higher self decides it doesn't want the Reiki, it will block it from entering the body.

When is Reiki effective? Reiki is good for almost any injury. While you are waiting for the ambulance, give the person some Reiki. Before they go into surgery and when they come out, give some. There are many instances where Reiki from the beginning of an injury or illness can cut down on how much time it may take to heal. But, even if start Reiki in the middle, the energy knows where it is needed and goes to work in that area.

Does Reiki work for everyone? Reiki will only work to the degree that the person's higher self will let it work. If the person is open and willing, the Reiki will flow and go straight where it is needed. If the person's higher self doesn't accept it, the Reiki cannot get in. Sometimes when people are getting ready to die, Reiki can be a wonderful peaceful way to the spirit realm. Healing doesn't just mean to cure, but the healing of the person's spirit and a return to wholeness.

Who can give Reiki treatments? Any practitioners that are Reiki II and higher. Reiki III and Reiki Master have more advanced techniques that they learn to help different groups of people. If your practitioner is Reiki II, they will be able to help as well as a Reiki Master for general treatments.

What is distance treatment? These are treatments sent over long distances for healing when the practitioner cannot travel to where the patient is. For instance, an American practitioner may send healing to someone in Australia. Again, all you need is the intent for it to be sent. Draw your distance symbol and send the loving energy to whoever needs it. Many Reiki groups sent healing to the earth itself after the tornadoes and tsunamis hit the coasts of many countries. You can even send healing into the future for yourself or others. There is no limit on the good you can accomplish.

How do you get a treatment? Look in the phone book to locate a practitioner and ask about their credentials. Treatments usually run between £25 and £60. Some of the practitioners may do distance sessions if you cannot get to their office. They will include a note to tell you anything they picked up while sending the treatment.

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