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Frequently asked questions about Reiki

What is Reiki?
Reiki is a spiritual practice traced back to Tibet thousands of years ago and rediscover by Japanese Buddhist Mikao Usui in the late 1800's - early 1900's, which since has been adapted by various teachers of varying traditions. It uses a technique commonly called palm healing or hands on healing as a form of complementary therapy and is sometimes classified as oriental medicine by some professional medical bodies. Through the use of this technique,practitioners believe that they are transferring universal energy (i.e., Reiki) in the form of ki through the palms, which allows for self-healing and a state of equilibrium.

Is Reiki part of any religion?
Although Reiki energy is spiritual in nature, Reiki is not a religion or part of one.

Is Reiki scientifically proven?
There are many studies done on the effects of Reiki and although Reiki is seen as an alternative therapy it does seem to show healing abilities.

Are there any side effects to Reiki?
No there are no side effects. Reiki is very passive and calming.

What problems can Reiki help?
Reiki can help almost everything. It helps speed up healing, assists with medication and reduced stress and anger.

Do you have to touch me?
No, Reiki can be done hand on or hands hovering.

Do I have to take my clothes off?
No, Reiki energy is given while fully dressed.

Is Reiki massage?
Absolutely not, Reiki is not a form of massage therapy.

How long will it take to work?
For many people Reiki works within hours. For others over several sessions and days.

Is Reiki a divine power?

Reiki is channeled through the body from the universal energy. A Reiki practitioner does not have powers, he/she is the vessel that the energy is channeled.

What are the levels of Reiki?

Reiki has 3 levels: Reiki 1 is hands on healing, Reiki 2 is distance healing and Reiki 3 is the Master/Teacher level.

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