What is reiki?

• Reiki is a Japanese word meaning Universal Life Force Energy… a vital force, which permeates all living things
• Reiki is a vibrational energy technique that balances, harmonizes and restores our energy systems by using the energy centers in the palms of the hands
• The hands are placed gently and passively in different positions over or on the body, usually beginning at the head
• Psychologically, an hour's treatment of Reiki is equivalent to 4 hours of sleep; this experience alone makes Reiki a very effective stress reliever
• What Reiki does is give you deep relaxation and a sense of well being which will re-start your own self-healing powers

What reiki is NOT

• A religion, a cult, a sect or an organization; consequently, there is no need to change your present belief system
• A form of psychic healing, of mind control, wishful thinking or hypnosis
• A meditation or massage technique
• Reiki requires no continuous financial contributions or time commitments

Benefits of reiki

• Reiki allows you to work and think independently
• Reiki is self-help; you take control of your health and well-being
• Promotes relaxation and reduces stress and tension
• Alleviates tiredness and aching muscles
• Relieves pain and discomfort of chronic diseases
• Complements other healing systems, including standard medical (western) treatment
• Helps in the withdrawal process of addictive drugs
• Increases the therapeutic effects of both conventional medicines and alternative remedies
• Promotes recovery from surgery
• Reduces the incidence of illness and injury
• Enhances creativity, communications and learning abilities by improving the integration of the left and the right hemispheres of the brain
• Helps children in their growth process, particularly with stress and learning difficulties
• Increases confidence and self-esteem
• Helps overcome fear and anxiety
• Assists in reconnecting with our Inner Self
• Reiki is a powerful tool for personal growth and for improving our quality of life