What is Reiki Healing?

Whenever I try to talk about Reiki Healing to friends and family I’m always, always, always asked to explain what it is. I’m sure my friends and family aren’t the only ones wondering, so I’m going to use this post to explain it a little bit.

By definition, Reiki is a Japanese form of energy healing. It translates to “Universal Life Force Energy” with Rei loosely translating to “Spiritual Wisdom” and Ki meaning “Vital Life Force” or “Life Energy.” 

Reiki Healing is an energy transfer of that life force energy to the recipient. Practitioners channel the energy and pass it through their hands - it can be transferred with a hands-on technique, hands-off (hovering just above), or from a distance.

What does Reiki Heal?

Reiki can be used for just about anything, but it’s important to remember that it should NOT be used as a replacement for professional medical treatment. While miraculous stories make rounds in the industry, and it’s certainly possible to experience such a phenomenon, Reiki should be considered a complementary remedy in addition to your medical treatment. Think of it as a collaboration between medical and spiritual healing practices.

Most commonly, Reiki promotes relaxation, and reduces stress & anxiety. I like to tell everyone I work with that, if nothing else, you receive valuable time with yourself, which we often take for granted nowadays. That time often leads to impressive insights that lead to your own healing.

Important Note: Reiki Practitioners do not heal you - only you can heal yourself - they simply open the door, so to speak, and it’s up to you to walk through the door and follow the path of your healing.

If you’re tired of reading about it and feel ready to experience Reiki for yourself, contact us to schedule a session!