Reiki

Since ages, it has been felt that human body is not just about flesh, blood and muscles, but there is some mystic force that permeates not only our body but the entire universe. This life-energy force is believed to maintain and improve the overall well-being of the body. Many a times, this force has been manifested in layers of colors, around the body, called aura. People have understood the nature of this force and tried to maintain its well-being by utilizing various practices like yoga, meditation, crystal therapy, aromatherapy, etc.

Reiki is a therapy that helps to maintain the universal energy. Reiki, the energy healing system, is based on the faith that feelings and thoughts have the power to guide energy, the same energy which shapes the world. As for the definition of Reiki, it can be stated that it's a kind of spiritual practice that brings about healing on all levels - physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. In the early 20th century, Mikao Usui developed this natural system of healing. He taught this practice, in which healing is brought about without energy depletion, to people in Japan.

Today, Reiki is practiced as a complementary therapy to cure diseases in all parts of the world. In this system, the Reiki Practitioner uses a hands-on technique, where the energy flows through palms and causes healing. It can be used to give self-treatments as well as to give treatment to others. Plants, crops and animals, on top of relationships, can also be treated with the help of Reiki. The etymology of Reiki states that it comprises two words, 'Rei' and 'Ki', where 'Rei' stands for 'the Higher Power', while the 'life force energy' is denoted by 'Ki'.

Thus, Reiki itself suggests 'spiritually guided life force energy'. It is meant for both, the energy and the therapeutic method. As per the teachings of Reiki, the practitioners can access the 'life force' energy to stimulate a healing effect. Believers claim that anybody can get access to the universal energy through the attunement process, performed by a Reiki Master. This natural and safe method of holistic healing is always beneficial and doesn't cause any harm. On the whole, Reiki enhances the quality of life and brings about peace of mind & body.