The History of Reiki
Reiki (ray-key) is a natural healing technique that makes use of the laying-on-of-hands. Thought to have originated in Tibet thousands of years ago, Reiki was re-discovered by Mikao Usui, a Japanese Buddhist in the 1800’s. It was his purpose to find how Buddha healed the sick. During his 10 year quest he studied the teachings of Christ, and the sacred literature of Japan, China, India and Tibet. Finally the complete system of Reiki came to him during a mystical experience on the Holy Mountain of Kuriyama.
What is Reiki?
The word Reiki is made up of two Japanese words - Rei and Ki. Rei means supernatural force of spiritual intelligence, Ki means life energy. Thus Reiki is spiritually guided life force energy.
What is a treatment like?
Reiki is given by the laying-on-of-hands. A standard treatment includes placing the hands on, or above, the head, shoulders, stomach and feet. In addition, other positions may be used for specific conditions the client may have. Each position is held 3 to 10 minutes and the entire treatment lasts 45 to 90 minutes. A treatment creates a wonderful radiance that is deeply relaxing and includes many beneficial affects for both client and practitioner. You can also treat yourself by placing your hands on yourself. Reiki will flow into you and begin its healing work.
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What can be treated?
Reiki is both powerful and gentle. In its long history of use, Reiki has aided in healing virtually every known illness and injury. Reiki can also be used to relieve stress, to overcome unwanted habits, and to achieve desired goals.
Who can learn Reiki?
The ability to use Reiki is transferred to the student by the Reiki Master through an attunement process. Because of this, virtually anyone can learn Reiki with no prior experience or ability necessary. The attunement process opens the heart, the crown and the palm charkas and creates a special link between the student and the Reiki source. The Reiki Master then explains and demonstrates its use.
After that, the student simply places her or his hands on someone with the intention of healing and the Reiki energies will automatically flow through the student into the recipient. Because of this unique attunement process, Reiki can be easily taught during a one day class.
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How does Reiki work?
Reiki is an amazing energy that comes from the highest spiritual source. It has its own intelligence and knows exactly where to go and what to do. It is multi-dimensional and will help to heal the cause of a problem on whatever level it may exist – body, mind or spirit. It does not have to be directed by the practitioner. Because it is a channeled healing, the Reiki practitioner’s energies are never depleted, in fact, when giving a treatment; the Reiki practitioner is healed as well and always experiences an increase in life-force energy.
Learning to give Reiki
You can learn to give Reiki treatments to yourself, family and friends. The use of Reiki as a relaxation and stress reducing technique is becoming accepted and widespread and it can enhance other bodywork techniques.
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About the Reiki Levels
- First Degree Reiki or Reiki Level I:
- Students are attuned to the Reiki energy and taught various hand positions for administering Reiki. In addition, the first Reiki symbols and their use are taught. These deal with mental and emotional issues, as well as sending Reiki at a distance.
- Second Degree Reiki or Reiki Level II:
- The student receives another attunement and additional symbols to increase the strength of the Reiki energy.
- Reiki III or Advanced Reiki Training:
- Includes the Usui Master symbol and its use, aura surgery techniques and another attunement.
- Reiki Master
- Reiki Master Students receive a final attunement and are taught how to give Reiki attunements and teach Reiki. All of the above may include additional Reiki techniques and instruction in complementary healing practices. These practices may include scanning, beaming, distant healing, learning the complimentary use of crystals, and meditate to meet your Reiki guides.
Reiki Training Time, Locations, and Costs
Each level require one full day of training. Students must continue ongoing practice before returning for another level. Locations vary as Joanne is willing to travel to groups of 6 or more participants. Travel and accommodations must be covered by the group.
- Level I - $150.00
- Level II - $150.00
- Level III - $175.00
- Reiki Master - $500.00
Reiki Sessions and Costs
Reiki sessions generally last one hour and cost $60.00 per hour. The sessions can be conducted in-person or non-locally (from a distance).
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