Reiki is an energy, the word means spiritual energy or universal life-force energy. When it is used in healing, it acts holistically, affecting all of the energies working on your mental, physical, emotional & spiritual. Reiki acts to heal, harmonise and balance the whole self, and as it is guided by a higher wisdom and always works for the highest good of the person receiving it, it cannot be harmful in any way and it goes to where it is needed most.
What can I expect during a session?
Before actually beginning the healing, you will most likely have to fill out a bit of paperwork, especially for your initial visit. Then the practitioner will sit and talk you through the process and what to expect, also asking if there is a particular reason for your visit so the session can be tailored towards that.
The healing itself will usually take place with you, the client laying on a massage table, you will be fully clothed except for coats and shoes as you will be in the position for a while it is advisable to wear comfy clothes and remove any intrusive jewellery. The practitioner will have soothing and relaxing music on so you can just close your eyes and relax. Although reiki is a form of 'Hands on Healing' some Reiki Practitioners prefer not to touch the body at all and will hover their hands a couple of inches from the body, alternatively they may lightly touch you on some parts for e.g. around your head and your feet and hover on others like your torso & groin area. Whichever way the practitioner decides to work of which you are agreeable with it will have the same effect.
Once the Reiki begins to flow you may have a feeling of warmth, or tingling or you may 'see' colours or have vivid dreams. Usually you feel very relaxed and peaceful as the energy flows through your body. Occasionally you might feel emotional as old energy patterns surface, you may even shed some tears or even laugh. If you fall asleep this ok too and you might find your arms or legs suddenly jerk. All of these reactions are perfectly normal, it is just energy releasing in different ways from the body.
What are the benefits I can expect from a Reiki Session?
The potential for healing with Reiki is unlimited, so anything can be treated. Many physical symptoms can be eased very quickly, while others may need lots of Reiki before starting to respond. Reiki is not a guaranteed 'cure all' because healing is not the same as curing. Healing does not always work on the physical first, it may be that healing needs to happen first on an emotional level or even on a mental level. Ultimately, if the healing is to be permanent, you as the client have to take responsibility for healing the cause.
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