Reiki

It is a powerful, precise system of healing which is believed to have originated in Tibet thousands of years ago. It accesses a universal life force energy. This energy also known as prana, mana, chi, holy spirit, and source, helps promote healing in all living things on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels. The Reiki Master and Reiki Practitioner are channels for this healing energy.

The word Rei as it is used in Reiki is interpreted to mean
knowledge of spiritual consciousness which is all knowing.
Ki is the life force. It is also called the vital life force or the universal life force. This is the non-physical energy that animates, circulates and surrounds all living things. If there is a restriction in the flow of one's Ki a vulnerability to illness occurs. When it is high and flowing freely better physical and mental health is experienced. Life force plays an important role in everything we do. It animates the body and is the primary energy of our emotions, thoughts and spiritual life.

Reiki has been misspelled at first, by people spelling it like it sounds. Some of the most common misspellings are Reike, Reikie, reki, rieki, rayke, and raykey to name just a few. But the correct spelling is Reiki.

Reiki is considered alternative healing, holistic therapy, natural healing, and natural touch and is used in holistic health and alternative medicine.

Life force flows within the physical body through pathways called chakras, meridians and nadirs. We are alive because of this. It flows around us in a field of energy called the "Aura", nourishing the organs and cells of the body as it supports them in their vital functions. When this flow of life force is disrupted, it causes diminished function in the organs and tissues of the physical body. The life force is responsive to thoughts and feelings and becomes disrupted when we accept, either consciously or unconsciously, negative thoughts or feelings about ourselves. These negative thoughts and feelings attach themselves to our energy field. Thus, causing a disruption in the flow of our life force and diminishing the function of our body's organs and cells. Reiki heals by flowing through the affected parts of the energy field and charging there with positive energy. It raises the vibratory level of the energy field in and around the physical body causing the negative energy to break apart and fall away, This is where the negative thoughts and feelings are attached. In so doing, Reiki clears, straightens and helps to heal the energy pathways, thus allowing the life force to flow in a healthy and natural way.

I am going to make this simple. Reiki can be used for everything and anything that needs healing. That can be physical, mental, spiritual or emotional; past, present and the future. You can and should use your intuition for using Reiki.

Reiki is both powerful and gentle. In its long history of use it has aided in healing virtually every known illness and injury including serious problems like: flu, multiple sclerosis, heart disease, cancer as well as, skin problems, cuts, bruises, broken bones, headache, colds, sore throat, sunburn, fatigue, insomnia, impotence, poor memory, and lack of confidence, Reiki is beneficial and help works to improve the effectiveness of all other types of therapy. A treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance and has many benefits including altered states of consciousness and spiritual experiences. Reiki will help improve the results of all medical treatment, acting to reduce negative side effects, shorten healing time, reduce or help eliminate pain and stress. It is a powerful precise system of self-healing.

While Reiki is spiritual in nature, it is not a religion or cult. It has no dogma and there is nothing you must believe to learn to use Reiki. Reiki works with all religions and beliefs.

Anybody can become a Reiki Healer if they receive an attunement. You do not have to have a certain belief system, be spiritual or have a religion. Nor do you need to engage in elaborate studies of Reiki for it to work. But, you will find yourself seeking more information on Reiki and sharing experiences and techniques with other healers after becoming one yourself. You will find your life altered for the best, and usually will develop a higher level of consciousness and spirituality.

Lavender:
In aromatherapy lavender is a tonic with relaxing effects. It is also an antiseptic, an antispasmodic and stimulates the appetite. It is also used for minor burns and wounds. Its soothing effects render it helpful for headaches, tension and similar conditions.
In reiki, lavender is associated primarily with recipients who are sensitive and easily hurt. In long sessions of reiki lavender helps to promote the calm and confidence necessary for a period of building and strengthening of the life force energy.

Sandalwood:
In aromatherapy, sandalwood oil is prized for its relaxing and antiseptic effects. It forms a very effective oil for application to the skin (especially facial), particularly for dry or sensitive skin.
Sandalwood oil produces an ambience conducive to the reiki therapy because the oil is considered to elicit trust and confidence, between practitioner and recipient.

Clary sage:
Clary sage is a tonic, antispasmodic, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal and more. It is also used to treat colds, menstrual problems and its very low toxicity renders it suitable for general use. In a session of reiki therapy, Clary sage is used to open blocked channels and to enhance sensitivity.

Patchouli:
Patchouli has some aphrodisiac qualities, and is also used to treat skin disorders and minor bums because of its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic qualities. It is also used in reiki therapy for allergies and impurities of the skin; but the fundamental use and aim is to enhance the sensual qualities and aspects of life.

Reiki and Bach Remedies

These are named after Edward Bach who studied plants with healing qualities. He identified 38 plants, the flowers of which he floated on clear spring water. This, he believed, transferred medicinal properties to the water which could be given to patients. His practice mimicked the drops of dew found on the plant which was used in the beginning. Stock solutions are diluted in water and a few drops taken.

Typical examples are:

cherry plum for fear, tension, irrationality
holly for envy, jealousy and hatred
pine for guilt and constantly apologizing
sweet chestnut for despair
wild rose for apathy

As in the case of other alternative therapies, reiki improves the effectiveness of Bach remedies.