Reiki is a traditional Japanese technique for healing, relaxation, and stress reduction. The healing energy of Reiki is transmitted through the palms of the hands. Some Reiki healers, then, practice the laying on of hands to transmit healing energy to others, while some healers practice a no-touch Reiki where the palms of the hands are held several inches from the body of the person receiving Reiki. Reiki is also a spiritual practice. The concept behind Reiki posits that there is an invisible life force energy in the universe. It flows through all of us to varying degrees and is what causes us to be alive. If your life energy is low, you may feel sick, depressed, stressed, or anxious, whereas if your life energy is high, you are likely to feel healthy, happy, and energetic. The word “Reiki” is made up from two Japanese words “Rei” and “Ki.” “Rei” is often translated as “God’s wisdom” or “the wisdom of a Higher Power,” while “Ki” means “life force energy.” Reiki, then, is life force energy that emanates from a higher power. Reiki, thus, is a practice that transmits energy that can be physically healing but also spiritually healing. Practicing or receiving Reiki can be a wonderful addition to anyone’s spiritual practices, regardless of your religious beliefs. Of course, if you want to pursue religion, such as that offered by The Way International, that’s wonderful, but you should understand that Reiki really is compatible with nearly any religious belief system. What Happens When You Receive a Reiki Treatment? Typically, a Reiki treatment is very relaxing. Different practitioners have different approaches, but regardless it should be a soothing treatment. You should expect to either lie on a massage-type table or sit in a chair. If you are comfortable with a hands-on treatment, the Reiki practitioner may actually touch you with his or her hands, or the practitioner may hold his or her palms three to four inches from your body. Certainly, you can request a no-touch treatment if that’s what you prefer. Many patients report feeling warm waves of relaxation flowing over and through them when they undergo Reiki treatments. You may feel the Reiki energy flowing into you from the practitioner’s hands. What Can Reiki Treat? Reiki is a holistic modality. That means it treats the entire person, mind, body, emotions, and spirit, rather than simply addressing a symptom or symptoms. It can certainly work in conjunction with almost any other treatment. Reiki has no negative side effects and almost no contraindications, except that it is not recommended for broken bones. While Reiki may not heal everything, it may certainly help many maladies. How Can You Learn Reiki?   Reiki is not something that is taught in the usual sense of the word “teach.” You cannot learn Reiki by reading a book or taking a class, although you may learn about Reiki by doing these things. Instead, Reiki is traditionally transmitted to a student by a Reiki [...]