Reiki healing was originally developed by Mikao Usui in Japan. The word Reiki refers to universal energy, or life force. The system of treatment that was developed around it is a type of energy healing. Although there have been some adaptations to the original form of healing, the Usui system is the original one and is still taught and practiced by many practitioners today.
History
Mikao Usui developed the Reiki system of healing gradually and opened a school to teach it in 1922. He spent many years meditating on a regular basis and it is believed that this helped lead him to the development of the complete system. His original intent was that it be used as a system for self-healing; however, in modern times, the focus has changed to include treatments on other people.
Theory
For a person to practice Reiki healing, he must be attuned to the Reiki energy. After this, the practitioner is able to act as a conduit for that energy, thereby transmitting it to the person receiving the healing. The belief is that the energy is intelligent and knows where to go in the client´s body rather than the practitioner applying it to a specific area, as may be done in a Shiatsu treatment.
Treatment
During a treatment, the client will lie down fully clothed, usually on some type of massage table. The practitioner will often follow a particular protocol, using specific hand positions, usually starting from the crown of the head and moving toward the feet. Generally, the hands will be placed directly on the client with a very light touch, though some practitioners will hold their hands slightly above the body. Those who do not follow a protocol will work intuitively, placing their hands where they feel the energy is needed.
Effects
During the treatment, the client will often feel warmth or a tingling sensation where the practitioner's hands are placed. Clients may also experience a variety of emotions, sometimes crying or otherwise releasing these emotions as needed. Some people will see different colored lights. Others may fall asleep or otherwise feel deeply relaxed.
Benefits
The Reiki energy helps clients to balance their own internal energy. Doing so can help them stay healthy or help to return them to health if they are currently having problems. It is particularly useful for relieving stress and helping with emotional issues and their effects such as anxiety or insomnia. It can also work well to boost a person's energy. Reiki healings can also be used to improve and accelerate the effects of more traditional medical treatments.
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