What Is Reiki?

Alternative Healing Method Reiki is a ancient method of healing and meditation that has been used by the Japanese for several centuries and by many people in Eastern countries. Since the early twentieth century Reiki has become more popular in Western culture as a method of alternative healing.  Using Reiki, those who are looking for an alternate healing method are able to implement techniques and methods to heal their mind and body, and to find balance and relaxation. Reiki, in Japanese, is a combination of two words which gives the process meaning.  “Rei” is the first word.  This is translated to “Universal Life Force” in English. The second part of the work “ki” means energy. The energy that it is said to refer to is the energy that surrounds us in our lives.  If you want to find out in depth about the mysterious benefits of Reiki healing, then take a look at this fascinating home study course, The Essence of Reiki, written by Adele and Garry Malone. They have been teaching Reiki since 1997 in their Harley Street Practice and they have decided to show others how to learn and practice Reiki from home. It opens up a whole new world of alternative and complimentary medicine. Reiki Energy Many people are unsure of how Reiki works. The purpose of Reiki is to use the surrounding energy to heal your body and bring mental peace.  By using Reiki, you will be able to clear energies in your body that are causing sickness or mental blocks.  After a longer amount of time, you will be able to use Reiki energy techniques to not only stay healthy, but also to exchange energy.  Many are also unaware there are two basic forms of Reiki. The two types of Reiki, the Eastern type and the Westernized version are both commonly used  today. "Do Reiki practitioners actually heal you?  " is a valid question. The answer seems to be people who visited them for healing feel they have experienced improved health and well-being. The energy that is used in Reiki allows the body to heal itself by changing the energy flow in the body.  It is especially good to relieve symptoms of stress and pain in parts of the body that seem to be unhealthy.  Reiki is known for being able to help with mental, emotional and physical well being at the same time.  It is also able to increase your energy levels and allow more creativity to flow through your mind. The use of the Reiki symbols, is an important aspect of Reiki, and differentiate it from other healing methods in that they introduce the esoteric and occult. Reiki Balance Another part of Reiki is the idea of balance.  This includes not only finding physical balance, but also using energy in order to find mental and spiritual balance.  In addition, Reiki will teach you to relax, and to use the energy that is given in order to revitalize your body. All of us can benefit from the process of finding Health and  Harmony Through Reiki Reiki Classes Reiki consists of several different types of classes and techniques.  These range from whole-body techniques to meditation techniques.  When you go into a Reiki class, you will begin at level 1 training.  From here, you can go through several different levels until you reach the level of a master of Reiki.  As a master you can teach others the techniques.  Among the different types and levels of Reiki, are several different principles that are used to allow Reiki classes to stay focused.  These principles are based around moral and spiritual ideas.  Many Reiki instructors will use these principles as a way to focus students during Reiki practice and also to enhance the classes and their meaning.  By going through any type of Reiki, or any level of Reiki, you will be able to enhance your body health.  You will also be enabled to effect your own healing.  Once you become a Reiki master, by using life-force energies you will find that you will be able to heal yourself mentally, spiritually and physically.  Reiki for Animals Reiki for animals is used for healing and for coping with certain medical conditions, and there are many animal lovers who use Reiki to assure good health for their pets.