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REIKI: A Gift of Touch

The healing power of touch has long been documented. Amidst, our modern and very busy lives, healing touch has an essential part to play in our pursuit of health, wholeness and well-being.

We instinctively know that touch is healing our hand will move to a part of the body that has just been bumped or bruised or perhaps someone we know is feeling sad and we put a gentle hand on their shoulder to uplift them. Simple touch is a profound healer.

Reiki is a system of hands on healing that originated in Japan in the 19th century. Reiki is passed on to students through a series of attunements from a Reiki Master teacher. The practice itself consists of the transmitting of healing energy through the hands and can be utilized for both self-healing and the healing of others. Reiki is not based on any particular belief or faith, by definition Reiki means REI = all that is KI = life force energy. In essence, it is a connection to and the channeling of the creative vital energy of the universe.

The healing possibilities through Reiki are limitless as healing happens on many levels simultaneously. This laying on of hands can assist in the release of stored emotion, worries, fears and tensions. In working with the physical body, Reiki boosts the bodys' innate self healing abilities. It has been used to support individuals going through cancer treatment, as well as a host of other diseases and conditions with excellent results. As individuals move through the healing of past traumas (emotional, physical, sexual, mental) reiki assists us in a smoother transition. Reiki sessions also support us in maintaining a sense of balance as we let go of old patterns, behaviors and habits.

A Reiki session or treatment is completely gentle and non-invasive and can be done in either a sitting or lying position with the recipient remaining fully clothed making Reiki an excellent modality for children, the elderly and everyone in between. The practitioner may follow a specific protocol of hand positions or work intuitively depending on the nature and focus of the session. As the practitioner brings through healing energy most people experience a deep sense of peace and well being during and after a session.

Through this gentle healing touch we have the opportunity to access and connect to the deepest parts of ourselves. This connection supports us in releasing the past, being fully present in the moment and filling us with joy and vitality for future endeavors. The GIFTS of REIKI are truly multi-dimensional.

Some comments about Reiki:

"After a Reiki session I experienced a feeling of calm and total relaxation. A few hours later, I experienced a renewed sense of vigor, lots of energy and an enthusiasm for life."

"With the use of Reiki I have witnessed deep and profound healing within myself and my clients."