WHAT IS REIKI?An Introduction into understanding

By Rev. Kimberly Bateau(http://www.begood2motherearth.com)

Dr. Mikao UsuiAugust 15, 1865- March 9, 1926

Dr. Mikao Usui is considered the founder of Reiki

A Brief overview Mikao Usui

The story is unclear, but from various sources it has been revealed the Dr. Usui received the gift of Reiki after a 21 day fast at Mt. Kurama near Kyoto.

From this discovery, he began to teach and share Reiki with many people.

He founded the Usui Reiki Ryoho Gakkai and initiated students so that they may become Reiki Masters.

The Five Principles

As taught by Dr. Mikao Usui: At least for today, do not be angry. Do not worry. Do your work with appreciation. Work hard. Be kind to others.

What is Reiki?

The Word Reiki (ray-key) can be explained as Universal Energy.

Rei= Spiritually guided or wisdom from Divine

Ki= Life force energy. Reiki is holistic. It is a healing art (using meditation and

intention) that reduces stress. Through Reiki our inner healing light

expands, balancing our mind, body and soul.

How does Reiki Work?

Reiki is considered “hands on healing” in technique; however clothes are not removed, and there is no touching of private areas.

Within each person there lies an inner energy system, called Chakras.

If those energy systems are blocked from stress, fear, worry, doubt, anger, anxiety, etc. it manifests in ways that make us “ill”.

The American Institute of Stress (www.stress.org) states that stress is the “#1 health problem in the US.”

How does Reiki work?

Through the holistic technique of Reiki, a person can reach a state of relaxation, thus allowing the body to release stress.

When stress is released, a body can refocus energy into a more positive direction.

Reiki promotes health, healing and positivity.

Reiki uses specific techniques in order to transmit subtle energy to a person.

Benefits of Reiki

Reduction of stress Accelerated healing process Release of toxins in the body Balance of Chakras

Realignment causes better chi (energy) flow through the energy systems (chakras)

Flushes blockages of energy Aid in healing relationships Awaken spirituality

Benefits of Reiki

Release of blockage can aide in communication with others, enhance creativity, elevate moods.

Assist with manifesting goals.

What is a Reiki Master?

A Reiki Master has been attuned and trained to:

Practice Reiki as a holistic healing technique

Attune others and teach them Reiki techniques

Be a conduit for the universal energy through intent, prayer and specifically taught technique.

How is Reiki done?

Through prayer, intent and proper Reiki technique.

A person may lay down on a massage table, sit in a reclining chair or be far away (long distance)

The Reiki Master will gently send energy to the energy sytems in the recipient’s body using special symbols, and placing of hands (again, hands are not placed on personal areas of the body, they hover over the body)

What does Reiki feel like?

Reiki sessions are different for everyone. Some feel relaxed, light, tingling, warmth,

coolness Even if you don’t feel it, it doesn’t mean

the Reiki “isn’t working” the energy does what it needs to do.

What Reiki isn’t

Reiki is not replacement for medical advice or visits.

Reiki Masters are not doctors or psychiatrists and cannot prescribe medications

Reiki is not sexual and will never violate Reiki is not evil Reiki is not a religion, it is a spiritual

practice

What Reiki is

Positive Spiritual Relaxing For everyone, every age, every religion,

every walk of life

Thank you

I hope this has helped you to learn a little more

about Reiki. Perhaps you will be lessapprehensive to try it out. If you have questions, please contact me,

info@begood2motherearth.com. I do local and long distance Reiki for People and Animals.

Blessings to you always,Rev. Kimberly Bateau