Reiki
Reiki is a natural healing technique that originated in part with the Ling Chi of the Chinese Taosits over 5,000 years ago. Through the laying of hands, healing energies are channeled through the practitioner into the client. Rediscovered by Dr. Mikao Usui, a buddhist monk, in the 1800's, Reiki is both a powerful and gentle healing modality suitable for healthy and sick people of all ages. It can be used to replenish vital energy, strengthen the immune system, ward off disease, and more. It's long history of use includes treatment of virtually every illness or ailment including serious problems such as multiple sclerosis, heart disease, and cancer as well as cuts, bruises, broken bones, headaches, colds, flu, sore throat, sun burn, fatigue, insomnia, impotence, poor memory, lack of confidence, the list goes on. During and after Reiki treatment, all systems of the body (respiratory, circulatory, lymphatic, digestive, excretory, endocrine, nervous, skeletal, muscular) are being cleansed and purified of any stuck or stagnated energy, while simultaneously receiving pure, healthy, and high-vibrational Reiki energy. This healing technique not only promotes physical well-being, but also has a positive effect on your emotional and spiritual balance.
Benefits of Reiki...
Increases energy and vitality
balances a person's energy
Loosens blocked energy
Works of the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels
Adjusts itself according to the need of the recipient
Supports the body's natural ability to heal itself
Relieves pain
Reduces stress and promotes a state of total relaxation
Creates inner harmony and awareness
Promotes calmness and serenity
Works on emotional and mental disorders
Works on relationships
Promotes a loving and gentle spirit
Complements other therapies
Heals animals, plants, and the planet
The Ideals of Reiki...
Although Reiki is not a religion, it is spiritual in nature. There are no dogmas and there is nothing we must believe in to learn and use Reiki. However, five universal ideals or principles have evolved and have been part of the Reiki tradition since its rediscovery in the late1800's. These principles can assist the free and full flow of the life force and can help individuals grow in a deeper sense of well being.
Presented here in readable Japanese are
The Five Usui Reiki Principles:
Shoufuku no hiboo
Manbyo no ley-yaku
Kyo dake wa
1. Okoru-na
2. Shimpai suna
3. Kansha shite
4. Goo hage me
5. Hito ni shinsetsu ni
Asa yuu gassho shite, kokoro ni nenji, kuchi ni tonaeyo.
Shin shin kaizen, Usui Reiki Ryoho
Chosso Usui Mikao
English Translation:
The Secret Method of inviting happiness
The wonderful medicine for all diseases (of the body and the soul)
Just today
1. Don't get angry
2. Don't worry
3. Show appreciation
4. Work hard (on yourself)
5. Be kind to others
Mornings and evenings, sit in the gassho position* and repeat these words out loud and in your heart:
(For the) improvement of body and soul, Usui Reiki Ryoho**
The founder, Mikao Usui
Taken from Reiki The Legacy of Dr. Usui by Frank Arjava Petter
*The Japanese gassho position should be understood as follows: It's best to either sit on the floor with crossed legs or on your legs without crossing them. Now fold your hands in front of your heart chakra. You can also naturally sit on a chair or stand up, as the most important thing here is the mental attitude.
**The word Ryoho means either method, treatment, or healing system.
All classes are a combination of lecture, group discussion and hands on practice. The skills taught in all Reiki trainings offered here are for personal development, use with family, friends, and/or clients and can easily be incorporated into other healing modalities as well.
Levels of Reiki Training Offered:
Upcoming dates and prices for any of the above can be found here.
