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F.A.Q's

What are the benefits of Guided Meditation?

Guided meditation has so many great benefits but generally it's a practice that helps refocus and settle your mind, so the more you practice, the better the results.  There's a lot of scientific evidence that supports benefits ranging from: reduces stress and anxiety; promotes emotional wellbeing; improves your attention span; improves sleep and so much more.    It's funny though, as we get pulled into the structure and routine of our busy days, just starting even a short three-minute meditation can be a challenge, but you just like everything else, you have to start somewhere.   

 

Here's a link to a short meditation I designed specifically for a busy lifestyle.     I know finding a couple of minutes can be challenging, but this is only 7 mins.  When making a decision, ask yourself what is your long term goal?   If the answer is simply to accomplish tasks, then I understand, but if you truly want to evolve, improve and become a better person, then 7 mins is a no brainer.   Self improvement is a choice.   Hope you enjoy. . 

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What is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing.  It is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. If one's "life force energy" is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing that everyone can use and anyone can learn

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The word Reiki is made up of two Japanese words- Rei, which means "God's Wisdom or Higher Power" and Ki, which is "life force energy". So Reiki is actually "spiritually guided life force energy."

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To learn more about Reiki, check out a video I created for my YouTube Channel.

What does a treatment feel like?

Reiki can be administered in person or virtually.   In person sessions take place in a clean and relaxing environment, with the client laying on a massage table.   A light blanket is placed over the client's torso throughout the session to enhance the feeling of being safe.  Once the session begins, the practitioner will either place the hands 1-3 inches from from the body, while other practitioners chose to place the hands very lightly on the body.  The method should be discussed with the client prior to the start of the session.     
 

A treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you. Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security, and wellbeing. Many have reported miraculous results. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use. It has been effective in helping virtually every known illness and malady and always creates a beneficial effect. It also works in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.

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Every reiki session offers a different experience.  People have reported feeling warm, experiencing tingles, seeing colors, feeling extreme calm and relaxation or feeling nothing at all.  Others have said the experience was transformative.  Regardless of what happens, your experience is uniquely your own.  Reiki provides what it's meant to when the time is right but keep in mind, there's no right or wrong.  Only good can come from Reiki.

What is distance Reiki?

Distance Reiki occurs when the practitioner and client are in different locations.   For example, a client can be in the comfort of their own home and still experience the benefits of Reiki.  This is also beneficial if the client prefers to work with a Reiki practitioner who lives in a different city or country.   Distance Reiki can occur via the computer, phone or by having the practitioner and client focus their energies at a scheduled time while in separate locations. 

 

"One of the basic teachings of Reiki is that we are more than just our physical bodies.  We also have an energy body made up of an aura (energy fields), chakras (energy centers) and meridians (energy pathways)", so the fullness of who we are is not limited to this physical space and time model that we are taught as children.  Because we are made up of the same energy, Reiki can transcend our physical reality and provide powerful healing without having to be in the same location.   The philosophy is a bit unconventional so we recommend keeping an open mind and allow the wonderful healing to occur.   We offer a weekly group healing session (see Services) to people from all over the world.  Here is some of the feedback we've received:

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  • 200 miles away ~ "Wow! Words can’t describe how brilliant an experience this was. So pleasantly surprised that reiki can translate virtually. Highly recommend this experience thank you."  

  • 380 miles away ~ "I truly enjoyed this healing energy."

  • 2200 miles away ~ "This was the first time I have partaken in (distance) Reiki and it was great!"

  • 4000 miles away ~ "The idea of remote Reiki is odd but the more I join this (session) the more I feel calm and positive. After this last session I slept better than I have in months."

Are virtual Reiki and distance Reiki the same thing?

Virtual Reiki and distance reiki are basically the same thing, although virtual Reiki means that a session will occur using digital technology via Zoom or another platform.   Distance Reiki just means that that a session is not in person.   

Can anyone learn Reiki?

Yes, anyone can learn Reiki, you only need a desire to learn and an open mind.  Reiki is taught to people of all ages, from children to the elderly. 

How can I learn Reiki?

Reiki is taught in an informal class setting and is an amazingly simple technique to learn.  Reiki classes are typically a combination of text learning and "attunements" which are passed on by the Reiki Master.  These attunements give the student the ability to tap into an unlimited supply of "life force energy" which improves one's health and enhances the quality of life.  Reiki is not dependent on one's intellectual capacity or spiritual development and therefore is available to everyone.

How do I become a Reiki Master?

There are several levels of training and practical experience that are required to become a Reiki Master.   Each level provides a stronger attunement and/or ignition to Reiki energy.   Every level is a prerequisite to the previous level.  A minimum of 6 months of practical experience is required before taking the Master level course   
 

  • Level 1 - Provides the ability to do self Reiki and on others

  • Level 2 - Provides the ability to do distance Reiki

  • Level 3 - This is the first Master Level and gives the ability to teach Reiki 

  • Level 4 - Karuna Reiki Master - provides the strongest vibration of Reiki

Is Reiki a religion?

No, Reiki is not a religion and is not affiliated with any specific dogma or belief system other than we all share the same Universal life energy which is the source for all healing.   So regardless of age, gender, race, culture, sexual orientation (and on and on), we all have the ability to be the channel to heal others.  

Does Reiki work on everyone?

Yes, Reiki works on everyone, including plants and animals.  In fact, it's very typical for dogs and cats to lay nearby while a session is taking place.   When offering to a person, the recipient needs to give the practitioner permission to send the energy.  Above all else, the client needs to keep an open mind about the experience.  Although, just like life itself, Reiki works using the laws of attraction and intention.  This means if you believe nothing will happen, then that is what you'll experience.  On the other hand, if you're open to the experience, the possibilities are endless.   

Is Reiki safe?

Yes, Reiki is a gentle non-intrusive technique that is safe for everyone, young and old.  

What are the benefits of Reiki?

The benefits of Reiki include:

  1. A sense of calm, joy and deep relaxation

  2. Decrease of pain

  3. Reduction of anxiety and stress that may be stored in your body

  4. Balances your chakras, emotional, spirit/mind/body 

  5. Augments medical treatment by helping the body's healing process

  6. Creates a feeling of being grounded/ centered

Should I try Reiki?

Reiki is a great way to incorporate self care into your daily, weekly or monthly wellness routine.   Reiki can be used for just about anything, most people experience a wonderful sense of calm and relaxation during and after a session.   Others report having a reduction of pain, a sense of joy to reporting that they felt spiritually transformed.   So if you're looking for something new, or would like to increase your overall sense of well being, then perhaps Reiki is for you.  Of course you won't know unless you give it a try.   : ) 

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