What to expect from a Reiki session
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What is Reiki?
Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique where a practitioner channels "universal life force energy" (Rei-Ki) through their hands, either lightly touching or hovering over a person, to promote deep relaxation, reduce stress, and support the body's natural healing by clearing energy blocks and balancing the system. During a session, you might feel warmth, tingling, or deep calm, though sensations vary; it's non-invasive and often used alongside conventional medicine, though scientific evidence for specific cures is limited, it's recognized for its calming, complementary effects.
How does Reiki work
- Energy Flow: The core belief is that life energy ('Ki') flows through us via pathways like chakras and meridians.
- Blockages: Negative thoughts or feelings can disrupt this flow, causing diminished function.
- Rebalancing: A practitioner acts as a conduit, channeling positive energy to break down blockages, raise vibrational levels, and restore balance, helping the body heal itself.
What Happens During a Session
- Setting: Often quiet with dim lights and music; you lie down, usually clothed.
- Hand Positions: The practitioner places hands gently on or just above the body, moving from head to feet, holding positions for several minutes.
- Sensations: You might feel warmth, tingling, coolness, or deep relaxation; some people fall asleep or enter a meditative state, while others feel nothing.
- Aftercare: Drink water and rest to integrate the benefits; avoid stress.
Key Takeaways
- Origin: Developed by Mikao Usui in Japan in the early 20th century.
- Purpose: Stress reduction, relaxation, and supporting well-being; not a replacement for medical treatment.
- Non-Invasive: Gentle touch or no touch.
- Distance Healing: Can also be sent remotely.
- Scientific View: Considered a complementary therapy; while many find it beneficial, robust scientific proof for curing specific diseases is lacking, though studies suggest it's more effective than placebo for relaxation.