Q.
Where does Reiki energy come from?
A. Reiki energy is a
subtle energy. It is different than electricity or chemical energy or other
kinds of physical energy. Reiki energy comes from the Higher Power, which
exists on a higher dimension than the physical world we are familiar with. When
viewed clairvoyantly, Reiki energy appears to come down from above and to enter
the top of the practitioners head after which if flows through the body and out
the hands. It appears to flow this way because of our perspective. However, the
true source of Reiki energy is within ourselves. This does not mean that we use
our personal energy when we do Reiki, but that the energy is coming from a
transcendental part of ourselves that is connected to an infinite supply of
healing energy.
Q. Is
Reiki a Religion?
A. Although Reiki energy
is spiritual in nature, Reiki is not a religion. Practitioners are not asked to
change any religious or spiritual beliefs they may have. They are free to
continue believing anything they choose and are encouraged to make their own
decisions concerning the nature of their religious practices.
Q.
How is a Reiki treatment given?
A. In a standard treatment
Reiki energy flows from the practitioners hands into the client. The client is
usually laying on a massage table but treatments can also be given while the
client is seated or even standing. The client remains fully clothed. The
practitioner places her/his hands on or near the clients body in a series of
hand positions. These include positions around the head and shoulders, the
stomach, and feet. Other, more specific positions may be used based on the
clients needs. Each position is held for three to ten minutes depending on how
much Reiki the client needs at each position. The whole treatment usually lasts
between 45 and 90 minutes.
Q.
What does a Reiki treatment feel like?
A. What one experiences
during a Reiki treatment varies somewhat from person to person. However,
feelings of deep relaxation are usually felt by all. In addition, many feel a
wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and surrounds them. As the Reiki
energy encourages one to let go of all tension, anxiety, fear or other negative
feelings a state of peace and well-being is experienced. Some drift off to
sleep or report floating outside their bodies or have visions and other
mystical experiences. At the end of the treatment, one feels refreshed with a
more positive, balanced outlook.
Q.
What can be treated with Reiki?
A. Reiki has had a
positive affect on all forms of illness and negative conditions. This includes
minor things like head or stomach aches, bee stings, colds, flu, tension and
anxiety as well as serious illness like heart disease, cancer, leukemia, etc.
The side effects of regular medical treatments have also been reduced or
eliminated. This includes the negative effects of chemotherapy, post operative
pain and depression as well as improving the healing rate and reducing the time
needed to stay in the hospital. Reiki always helps and in some cases people
have experienced complete healings which have been confirmed by medical tests
before and after the Reiki treatments. However, while some have experienced
miracles, they cannot be guaranteed. Stress reduction with some improvement in
ones physical and psychological condition are what most experience.
Q.
Does one have to stop seeing a regular doctor or psychologist in order to
receive a Reiki treatment?
A. No. Reiki works in
conjunction with regular medical or psychological treatment. If one has a
medical or psychological condition, it is recommended that one see a licensed
health care professional in addition to receiving Reiki treatments. Reiki
energy works in harmony with all other forms of healing, including drugs,
surgery, psychological care or any other method of alternative care and will
improve the results.
Q. I
have heard that Reiki can be sent to others at a distance. How does this work?
A. Yes, in Reiki II, you
are given three Reiki symbols. These symbols are empowered by the Reiki II
attunement. One of these symbols is for distant healing. By using a picture of
the person you would like to send Reiki to or by writing the persons name on a
piece of paper or simply by thinking of the person and also activating the
distant symbol, you can send Reiki to them no matter where they are. They could
be hundreds of miles away, but it makes no difference. The Reiki energy will go
to them and treat them. You can also send Reiki to crisis situations or world
leaders and the Reiki energy will help them too.
Q.
What does it feel like to give a treatment?
A. When giving a Reiki
treatment, the Reiki energy flows through the practitioner before leaving the
hands and flowing into the client. Because of this, the practitioner receives a
treatment also. As the Reiki energy flows through the practitioner, she/he will
feel more relaxed and uplifted. Spiritual experiences sometimes take place. The
practitioner sometimes receives insights about what the client needs to know to
heal more deeply.
Q. Is
it safe for pregnant woman?
A. Since Reiki is guided
by the Higher Power, the Reiki energy will know the condition of the client or
student and adjust appropriately. Reiki can only do good. Many pregnant women
have received treatments with great benefit to them and their unborn child. It
has also been used during child birth. Pregnant women have also taken the Reiki
training and received the Reiki attunement with beneficial results.
Q.
What about babies?
A. Babies love Reiki. It
is very healthy for them. Do not worry about it being too strong. Reiki
automatically adjusts to what the baby needs.
Q.
Can I treat animals or plants?
A. Animals love Reiki too.
They seem to have a natural understanding of what Reiki is and its benefits.
Once a pet has received a Reiki treatment, they will often let you know that
they want more. Plants also respond well to Reiki.
Q.
Are there any side effects from a Reiki treatment?
A. Most of the time a person will feel relaxed and
uplifted by a Reiki treatment. However, sometimes a person will have what is
called a healing crisis. As a persons vibration goes up, toxins that have been
stored in the body will be released into the blood stream to be filtered by the
liver and kidneys and removed from the system. When this happens, sometimes a
person can get a headache or stomach ache or feel weak. If this happens, it is
a good idea to drink more water, eat lighter meals and get more rest. The body
is cleansing as part of the healing process so this is a good sign.