What is Reiki? Reiki,(pronounced ray-key), is a method of healing that was developed in the mid–1800s by Dr. Mikao Usui, principal of the Doshisha University in Kyoto, Japan, and also a Christian Minister. According to the story that has been passed down among Reiki teachers, Usui was intrigued by the idea that Christ could heal sick people by touching them with his hands. Searching for clues that would explain the secrets of healing with hands, Usui made a long pilgrimage around the world, finding clues leading back nearly 10,000 years to healing arts that originated in ancient Tibet. During his intense studies, Usui claimed he had a spiritual experience, which enabled him to heal with his own hands by becoming aware of and tapping into the universal life-force energy. Hence the name, Reiki, which literally means "universal life-force energy" in Japanese.  Fortunately, the Reiki Method of Healing has been preserved. Today, there are thousands of Reiki practitioners all around the world.

How does Reiki work? According to recent discoveries in quantum physics, everything in the universe vibrates to “ki”, this unseen, universal life-force energy. This energy also flows in your body and within the energy around your body called your auric field. Basically, when you are healthy, balanced and feeling great, life-force energy is flowing harmoniously in all areas of your being i.e. you feel wonderful physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. When you are experiencing stress, anxiety, physical illness or problems within any area of your life, this “ki" or life-force energy is blocked or weakened. Reiki Practitioners are trained to be channels for universal life-force energy who direct this powerful, healing light to alleviate any blockages or weaknesses detected in energy flow.

What are the benefits of Reiki? Reiki can reduce stress, stimulate the immune system, increase energy, and relieve the pain of physical, health conditions. It can also bring peace of mind, balance and deep healing to emotional, mental and spiritual afflictions. (click here to make an appointment)

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