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Reiki: what it is, how it works, symbols and benefits

You know what it is reiki? According to practitioners, it is a technique for channeling universal energy passed on through touch and the imposition of hands. The meaning is Vital Energy (Ki), directed and potentiated by Universal Energy (King).

The purpose of this practice is to restore, through cleaning, unblocking and activation of its chakras and meridians, the vital energy balance “Ki” of the person receiving the treatment, harmonizing it energetically to activate the self-balance system and restore health. In this content, you will learn more about what Reiki is, what it is for, songs, symbols and benefits.

What is Reiki and where does it come from?

The practice was rediscovered in Japan in the early 20th century by Mikao Usui and dates back to the ancient Buddhist art of channeling energy through the hands.

The capture of this energy takes place through an attunement, in which the energy enters the Reikian’s Crown chakra, located at the top of the head, passes through the Heart chakra, located in the heart area. Thus, from there it is distributed to the hands, where it is transmitted, either to the reikian himself in the self-application or to another person, animal, plant or the environment.

On March 27, 2017, the practice was included in the Ministry of Health’s National Policy on Integrative and Complementary Practices, through Ordinance No. 849.

Reiki course: how the teaching of this practice works

The teaching of practice was divided into levels, and in the West there are 3 or 4 depending on the classification: Level I, Level II, and Level III A and B or Level III and Master. Only at the last level can one become a Master and thus teach and tune new reikians.

Teaching at each level may vary slightly from master to master, but in summary, the following contents are taught at each level:

Level I: application and self-application, history of Reiki Level II: symbols and their applications (to work from a distance in any time and space), Reiki notebook Level III: more symbols and their applications, including the Reiki mandala, astral surgery, Deeper Work with Your Inner Master Master Level: Attunement with Other Reiki Practitioners and Permission to Teach a Reiki Class

As long as there is dedication, anyone can study to apply Reiki to themselves and others. There is no age limit, even children can become reikians.

However, it is important to make sure about the institution and the Reiki Master you want to take the course. Reiki courses are usually face-to-face, but distance (online) courses are currently being made available, the way to learn is up to the learner.

For Mikao Usui, “Reiki is a method to invite happiness”.

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Reiki: how the application works

In Application, Reiki acts by activating and recomposing the person’s vibrational energy, also known as aura – where the energy bodies are located, subtle layers of energy that are around the physical body.

As the vibration of Reiki energy is of a higher frequency (subtle), dissonant energies tend to seek balance, that is, to raise vibration, cleaning and reactivating our energy centers, meridians and energy patterns.

In this way, energy flows in perfect harmony and balance, returning to a natural and healthy flow.

Are there contraindications to Reiki?

O reiki can complement all types of treatments and therapies, whether traditional medicine or integrative and complementary therapies, amplifying the positive effects of these techniques without any contraindication.

Caution is recommended in some cases, and in these situations, the Reiki practitioner is asked to work well on directing energy:

Pregnancy – avoid increasing contraction, thus precipitating labor. Focus on the well-being of the pregnant woman and the baby. Surgery – avoid increasing blood flow causing bleeding or decreasing the effect of anesthesia. Focus on what is necessary for the surgery to happen according to what is needed. Accident with open cuts – avoid increasing blood flow, causing bleeding. Or the calcification of a muscle in the wrong position. Therefore, it is asked that energy only contain health until help arrives.

Does Distance Reiki Work?

Yes, the Reiki practitioner from Level II onwards learns techniques to send Reiki energy from a distance. First, it is agreed with the person who will receive it or permission is asked from those responsible when it is a child, pet or sick person unable to decide at that time.

music for reiki

During the application it is possible to play music to help the person who is receiving the energy to relax. Try to use music with a high level of hertz, such as, for example, classical music, preferably relaxing.

Some songs were composed to play a light bell every few minutes to collaborate with the reikian indicating when to change position in the application. It is important to note that there is no minimum or maximum application time. It is at the discretion of the reikian, this timing being only an aid.

The 5 principles of Reiki

The Gokai, which are the principles of reikiwere chosen by Mikao Usui from the poems of Emperor Meiji, as a way to align the reikian’s conduct, guiding his life to be healthier and happier.

As a mindfulness exercise, the phrases begin with “Just for Today”, so that, when repeated daily, they become part of the essence of the Reiki practitioner. There are several versions. Below we will put one of them:

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Just for Today, I’m Calm (Don’t Be Angry) Just for Today, I Trust (Don’t Worry) Just for Today, I’m Grateful Just for Today, I’m Honest Just for Today, I’m Kind

benefits of reiki

Slower (dense) frequency frames can be caused by emotional, mental and physical dysfunctions and imbalances.

Reiki helps to invigorate them, helping to eliminate blockages and promoting the balance of being, gradually and evenly. This technique directs the required energies to the points of the body that most need treatment.

With Reiki energy, the truth of each person and a greater understanding of their personal universe can emerge, eliminating internal and external conflicts.

From there, a person resumes his well-being and his love connection with himself, returning to his original state of balance, health, success, harmony, peace and happiness.

When we retain energy in the form of unpleasant emotions, such as hurt, fear, anger or envy, we may not realize it until these disharmonious energies reach the physical level, causing discomfort, pain and imbalance.

To stop this process, we must identify why we attract this type of feeling. First, we must create less harmful emotions, then go through the neutral ones, and finally reach a positive level.

The natural reaction of the physical body is, in this case, to harmonize. In this sense, Reiki can collaborate by restoring energy balance.

The physical body tends to relax when receiving Reiki, which can help, especially in cases of stress or insomnia.

Reiki application to people and animals

Reiki can be used both for self-application and for applications to other people, environments, objects and even animals. When the technique is applied, both the Reiki practitioner and the other person benefit from this energy.

This whole process occurs without loss of energy (Ki) by the reikian, as the activation is done with the energy of the Universe (King). However, the Reiki practitioner can become tired when working with energy for a long time. In that sense, it’s good to respect his biorhythm.

Reiki therapy takes care of the whole person, acting on the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels.

In case of specific health problems, guide your client to consult a doctor — Reiki is a complementary therapy and can collaborate a lot in the treatment together with other therapies, whether complementary or traditional medicine.

What is reiki’s relationship with the chakras?

Reiki is a subtle energy that seeks ways to circulate in the energy body. Chakras are energy vortexes located along the subtle body, interconnected by meridians which are energy pathways.

When they are blocked, they can generate discomfort and, over time, diseases in the physical body. With Reiki energy, you can unblock them to the point where the energy can flow in a natural and healthy way.

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Curiosities

It is not necessary to believe in Reiki for it to spread or take effect. Therapy regardless of our physical, mental or emotional state to act. Reiki is not a doctrine or religion, it is not linked to any sect or tradition and is not subject to any law other than Universal Cosmic Energy, Pure and Divine Light. When one is initiated into Reiki, the person connects his essence to the Cosmos. An attunement is an act of union between the divine essence of the universe and the divine essence of your being. Being a reikian means transcending the limits that unresolved thoughts cause to human beings, it is placing oneself in full harmony with the whole. Reiki Day is celebrated on August 15th. It is known as International Reiki Day, when the birth of Mikao Usui (August 15, 1865) is celebrated, master reiki creator of the method. This title was given to Mikao Usui after his death, as in Japanese the teacher is called Sensei.

Reiki Symbols

Reiki has some symbols that treat the being on several levels:

Cho Ku Rei – treats on a physical level enhancing the application and can be used in many ways Sei He Ki – works on a more emotional level Hon Sha Ze Sho Nem – works on a mental level and allows working from a distance

The other symbols are for deepening and some only the Reiki Master is allowed to work with.

How much does a reiki session cost?

The value of a session will vary according to the place where the person works. It is a therapy in which the reikian has received training, is dedicated and often has to pay for the space where he is working. This does not prevent you from doing volunteer work.

There is no official body of Reikians in Brazil, so the professional can join institutions linked to integrative therapies and find out what amounts are normally charged.

Our experts

Andrea dos Santos Leandro, integralist therapist (reiki, flower remedies, radionic table, feng shui, geobiology, radiesthesia, Sacred Lotus, etc.), Reiki Master and Yoga and Meditation Instructor for Children and Adolescents Simone Kobayashi is a holistic therapist and teaches courses in Geotherapy and all levels of Reiki. Solange Lima is a holistic therapist and numerologist. In her appointments, she combines Numerology with techniques such as Florals, Aromatherapy, Chromotherapy, Shiatsu, Reflexology and Reiki.

Suggested Bibliography

Reiki Handbook by Dr. Mikao Usui, Dr. Mikao Usui and Frank A. Petter. Ed. Thought

The Reiki Technique of Dr. Hayashi. Frank Arjara Petter, Tadao Yamaguchi, Chujiro Hayashi. Ed. Thought

The Big Book of Reiki Symbols….

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