Spiritual Reflections
The Origins of Reiki
Reiki is a non-invasive healing practice from Japan, designed to shift one's energy (Qi) and to promote mental, emotional, physical, spiritual healing. It supports personal transformation by balancing life force energy.
The word reiki comes from two Japanese terms: REI, meaning HIGHER POWER, and KI meaning LIFE FORCE ENERGY (similar to Qi or Prana).
Reiki was founded in the late 19th century by Mikao Usui. He embarked upon a spiritual journey to the Holy Mountain of Kurama, where he fasted and meditated in solitude for 21 days, seeking a deeper connection to a higher consciousness.
On the final day of his retreat, Usui experienced a profound vision. A bright light approached him eventually touching his forehead. He saw countless bubbles of color -blue, lilac, pink, and hues of a rainbow - followed by a radiant white light. As the vision unfolded, glowing gold symbols of reiki appeared before him. This powerful revelation marked the birth of the Usui system of reiki, as referenced in the Buddhist Sutras.
In the days that followed, Usui developed the foundational Reiki Principles:
Just for today, I will not worry.
Just for today, I will not anger.
Just for today, I will be grateful.
Just for today, I will be honest.
Just for today, I will be kind to all.
Usui returned to Kyoto, where he sought out people searching for healing and spiritual light - those who were ill, oppressed, and yearning for renewal. This marked the beginning of a chapter of his life, dedicated to travelling throughout Japan, sharing reiki, and healing others.
Usui's final resting place is in a Kyoto temple, where his life story is engraved on his gravestone. One of Usui's closest collaborators was Dr. Chijiro Hayashi (second Reiki Grand Master) who ran a private reiki clinic until 1940. This is where Hawayo Takata first received reiki treatments that would lead her to study with Dr. Hayashi. Mrs. Takata returned to Hawaii after her studies and was made a Reiki Master by Dr. Hayashi when he visited the Island in 1928. At the time of his death in 1941, she succeeded him as Grand Master. She first began to train Reiki Masters herself when she was about seventy four years old. On December 11, 1980 Hawayo Takata passed away leaving 22 Masters in the USA and Canada.
Reiki energy goes where it is most needed, not always where we intend or wish. While you may set a specific intention during a reiki session, the energy often moves in unexpected ways, creating profound shifts. Describing this feeling is difficult, but it is undeniably powerful - a deep knowing that healing is happening within, that you are connected to a source like never before.
As a heightened state of relaxation occurs the more Universal Life Force Energy enters the body. As this radiant energy moves through you it releases what no longer serves you.
Reiki is highly effective for pre and postoperative care, enhancing the body's natural ability to heal. It is often used by nurses to help patients recover from anesthesia. It promotes a sense of grounding, centeredness, and overall well-being. As a wellness therapy, reiki can improve the quality of your life by helping shift energy that may be holding you back from making decisions or changes.
Consider Reiki Coaching
Many goals start with good intentions, but momentum can fade. Why? Perhaps your energy is being drained by those around you, or your struggling to stay focused. As your Reiki Coach, I will work with you to ensure both you and your energy remain accountable towards your goals. Together, we will transform behaviors, emotions, and distractions by shifting your energetic core.
We will remove excuses and self-doubt from your chakra system by addressing blockages. When a chakra is blocked, overactive or depleted, it directly affects your personal power. Every moment is an opportunity to shift perspective, create opportunities, and change direction.
Boost your successes and achieve short- and long-term goals by giving yourself a explore space to explore. Transform 'I can't' into 'I AM' and embrace the energy of victory. Reiki empowers you to believe in yourself and experience magical, mini, and monumental successes.
You don’t have to go it alone. A reiki coach is like a personal trainer working with you every step of the way at your pace, ability, and comfort level. We will develop a reiki plan that fits your lifestyle and budget. Don’t let your mind discourage the spirit.
Book your reiki coaching daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or even monthly. Add coaching to your to-do list! Give yourself the energy to live a full life.
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