Our bodies are connected to the energy from the Universe. Energy healers believe that the Universe helps us to connect with the spiritual energy that provides the healing power to our bodies. We have a constant flow of energy running throughout our body from our feet to our minds. This flow of energy makes our body heal itself naturally. Energy healing is basically a method of healing based on the concept of maintaining spiritual hygiene viathe cleansing process and unclogging the chakras.
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The Three Levels of Reiki Training
| S.No. | Degree | Japanese Name | Description |
| 1. | First | Shoden | You’ll learn the history of Reiki, how to perform self-Reiki, and how to give Reiki to someone else. |
| 2. | Second | Okuden | You’ll learn how to use the first three Reiki symbols and how to perform distant Reiki techniques. |
| 3. | Third | Shinpiden | You’ll receive the Master Reiki attunement and learn the Master Reiki symbol and how to give the Reiki attunements to others. |
Energy Healing Techniques
Energy healing is a type of holistic approach therapy that influences our physical energy circuits to help facilitate our body’s healing mechanisms. It is excellent for assisting in the healing process by unclogging our energy fields and helps to get rid of future problems by identifying issues before they turn into pain. Scroll down to learn about various energy healing techniques:
Auras are the moving waves of colour and energy that radiate off of people. Think about our aura as a net that may catch pieces of foreign particles or negative energy, making us sick or emotionally stressed out. Aura cleansing helps in getting rid of the negative energy in our body in order to heal spiritually.
Crystal Healing includes the usage of stones and crystals to heal our bodies and draw out impurities from the body. Each stone and crystal works differently on the body, and target different kinds of physical, emotional and spiritual negativity. They ward off negative energy from the body, which disturbs the mental and physical well-being.
- Qigong
This therapy is used to regain the lost balance of the body. This therapy is almost 4,000 years old and comprises of coordinated movements of the body along with breathing, and meditation to encourage health and spirituality. Qigong has Chinese roots and is said to balance the positive energy of the human body.
- Pranic Healing
Pranic healing is an energy healing technique which uses the body’s life force to heal the body energy. This therapy works specifically on the energy (aura) of the body. In this healing therapy, energy is used to get rid of the toxic from the body, thus speeding up the healing process.
- Reiki Healing
Reiki healing is a Japanese therapy,where lots of hand movements and specific symbols are used to channelize the energy of the universe to heal the physical body. Reiki healing is used to cure ailments like cold, flu, head and stomach aches. It is also quite effective in serious illnesses such as heart disease, depression or phobia.
History of Reiki
Reiki was created in Japanand was re-discovered by MikaoUsui, a Buddhist practitioner in Japan. He passed his knowledge of Reiki healing to hundreds of people, and a few dozens of Reiki teachers. Later, Reiki was introduced in the United States, and from there, it expanded into almost every corner of the world.
What happens in a Reiki session?
Reiki session is conducted in a peaceful setting. The patient is seated in a comfortable chair or laid on a table. There may or may not be music, provisionalto the patient’s preference.The practitioner or healer places their hands lightly on or over specific areas of the patient’s head, limbs, and torso using different hand shapes, for about 2 to 5 minutes. The hands can be placed over 20 different areas of the body, depending on the type of healing. If there is a particular injury, the hands may be held just above the wound in order to heal it.
The transfer of energy takes place when the practitioner holds their hand above the affected area. During the transfer of energy, the practitioner’s hands may be warm and tingling. Each hand position is held over the patientuntil the practitioner senses that the energy has stopped flowing.
Types of Reiki techniques
Here’s a list of various types of Reiki techniques:
- centring
- clearing
- beaming
- extracting harmful energies
- infusing
- smoothing and raking the aura
Some Reiki practitioners may also use crystals and chakra healing wands because these can enable healing or protect an area from negative energy.
Benefits of Reiki Healing
Reiki healing helps in relaxation, assists in the body’s natural healing processes, and improves emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. It helps people cope with difficulties, relieve emotional stress, and improve overall wellbeing. Here’s a list of benefits of Reiki Healing:
- Relief of physical pain and discomfort
- Release of limiting belief systems
- Release of blocked energy and blocked emotions
- Reconnection to your highest self
- Reach a calmer, meditative state
- Become more present and enjoy your life more
- Open to your own self-healing power
- Feel lighter and more in balance
- Relax and reduce stress
- Calm the ego
- Connect you to who you really are
- Align with your higher calling and purpose
- Enhance your connection to spirit
- Open your intuitive channel
How to become a Reiki practitioner?
You don’t require any prior training, education, or experience to become a Reiki practitioner. There are three degrees of Reiki practise, where first degree the basic level which can be learnt by anyone. Second and third degree are practised for more advanced spiritual growth.With the help of Reiki healing, you can heal yourself and heal others.Here are a few tips you might want to keep in mind before starting your Reiki practice:
- Get certified for the first level of Reiki treatment
- Become comfortable while giving the treatment
- Familiarize yourself with the medical and psychological laws in your country
- Choose a peaceful work location
- Make a list of your equipment and supplies
- Advertise your Reiki practise
- Set your charges according to the industry norms
Summing Up
Energy healing is quite effective if your energy is clogged by foreign particles (negative energy). Reiki is not an alternative treatment for severe medical issues but an adjunctive therapy that can result in healing and increase a feeling of well-being. It is always advised to discuss any alternative therapies first with a medical doctor.
