What is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. The word Reiki is pronounced "Ray-Key" and can be translated as "Universal Life Force Energy". It is performed through a series of hand positions either directly on or just above the body. Reiki is based on the idea that an unsen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. The individual conducting the Reiki allows for the flow of this energy through their body. If ones energy is low we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy. It is a subtle and yet profound method of healing, with the power to harmonize the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of ourselves. While Reiki is spiritual in nature, it is not a religion. It has no dogma, and there is nothing you must believe in order to use Reiki. Dr. Mikao Usui, the founder of the Reiki system of natural healing, recommended that one practice simple ethical ideals to promote peace and harmony across all cultures. They are:

~Just for today, I will not anger

~Just for today, I will not worry  

~Just for today, I will be grateful

~Just for today, I will work hard on myself

~Just for today, I will be kind to others

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