Reiki
(The Ultimate Guide) The Definiti Def initive ve Guide: Improve Improve Health, H ealth, Increase Increase Energy Ener gy and Feel Feel Amazing with with Reiki Healing
Table of Contents Introduction Chapter Ch apter 1: Th Thee Basics of Reiki (101) Chapter 2: Reiki Energy and it’s Healing Benefits Chapter 3: The Principles and Symbols used in Reiki Chapter 4: Western / Traditional Reiki - Difference? Chapter Ch apter 5: Th Thee 3 Pilla Pillars rs of Modern Reiki Chapter 6: Chakras in the Context of Reiki Chapter 7: Reiki Breathing Methodology Chapter 8: Crystals in the Context of Reiki Chapter 9: Energy Strength in the Context of Reiki Chapter 10: Modern Reiki and it’s use in Life Conclusion
Introduction Health issues have become something that is considered common or normal in today’s society. People regularly deal with problems with their mental health, physical health, emotional health and spiritual health, which only increase as one advances in age. Western medicine has offered a solution, but one that does not last and can subject persons to dangerous side effects. If you you are someone who has been deali de aling ng with the the contin c ontinuou uouss onslaug o nslaught ht of physi physical cal,, mental, mental, emotional emotional and spiritual deterioration for some time, you are likely wondering if there is any alternative to the pills pill s and potions prescribed prescr ibed to you by your your general healthcare provider. provide r. There is an altern al ternative ative and that is Reiki. In this book, you will learn about the ancient healing modality that is Reiki, and how it can help you in your day to day life. Reiki can help you to heal on every level, using the channeling of universal energy to correct emotional and mental ailments, as well as those affecting the fragile human organs. We will discuss the history of Reiki and where it comes from, as well as what it can be like to receive a Reiki healing session, as well as steps that can be taken to become a Reiki practitioner. We ill also talk about about the the five principles of Reiki, Reiki symbols symbols and the the three pillars pil lars of Reiki healing. healing. In this book, you will even learn about the seven main chakras, as well as what they are linked to and how they affect your mental, spiritual, emotional and even physical well being. You will also get some tips on how to employ Reiki healing in your day to day life in order to protect yourself and others from negative energy which can disrupt your energy flow and lead to chakra imbalances. So what are you waiting for? To get started on the path towards healing, read on.
Chapter Chapter 1: The The Basics Basics of Reiki (101) To learn about how to use Reiki to increase your energy, as well as reap its healing benefits, you must first understand what it is, fundamentally. In this chapter, we will discuss some of the basic knowledge about Reiki that you will need to know before you proceed.
What is Reiki? Reiki is a healing technique, which was first invented by Mikao Usul, a Japanese Buddhist, in 1922. The “Rei” in Reiki means the all knowing divine universal, and “Ki” means the energy which animates everything that is alive. This energy flows through all living things, including plants, animals and of course humans. Reiki is used by people all over the world in many different faiths, cultures and spiritual paths. Used as a way in which to heal energy, Reiki uses the practitioner as a conductor for universal energy, so that they can balance the chakras as well as remove blockages in them. Reiki healing can be either either “hands “hands on” or “hands “hands off”, off”, and can help to reduce or relieve reli eve physical physical pain and discomfort discomfort by balancing balancing the the energy energy centers centers with w ithin in the the body. body. It is a natural natural meth method od of relaxation and and healing. healing. Once Once your body’s energy flow becomes balanced, you are more likely to feel relaxed, and your body will be able to use its natu natural ral healing abilities abil ities when it is under under less le ss pressu press ure. The reason why Reiki can be such a powerful experience is because it gives your chakras and your body access to the the energy of the the universe. universe. Your Your body takes takes what it needs needs from this this flow of energy energy and and heals itself. Infusing the energy of the universe into areas of the body that are physically or energetically lacking through Reiki is the first step of the healing process for your body.
What is a Reiki Healing Session Like? Every Reiki practitioner can have their own unique methods for conducting a session, but it is common for a practitioner to have a consultation with their patient before they begin to perform a treatment. This builds up the connection between the two, and it also gives the practitioner insight into hat the patient would like to take care of during the session. This allows the practitioner to take the time needed to explore the necessary issues during treatment, as well as whatever may need to be healed. Some patients find that the consultation and communication before treatment can be the first step o their healing process. Consulting with one’s practitioner about the expectations of the session will open up your chakras so that they can express their needs as well. The next step, after the consultation or assessment is the beginning of treatment. This usually begins ith the patient lying on the table as the practitioner grounds his or herself, standing in silence on one end of the table. The practitioner communicates to the universe at this time that they are open for the channeling of Reiki energy and that their higher selves are fully present. They also serve as a representative for the spirit guides and higher self of the patient, communicating that these are also present, and confirming that the session of Reiki is for the greatest good of both the patient and the the practitioner, practitioner, which means means that that it is a safe space for the the patient and that that he or she is fully open to receiving Reiki energy. This is very important because since you and the practitioner are both opening opening up yourself yourself energetically energetically,, it is importan importantt that that you be protected. protected. There are Reiki symbols, each of which have their own purpose. These symbols are the keys to the higher mind or higher state of consciousness and can only be used by the practitioner once he or she is properly properl y attu attuned. ned. Reiki Reiki symbols symbols can be drawn both physical physically ly,, or ment mentally ally before the the Reiki session. You may be wondering what exactly Reiki feels like. A Reiki session is a full body experience. You ill probably feel some warmth, coolness, traveling of energy throughout the body, or complete and utter relaxation. Some people see colors or visuals, others take a nap. It is not necessary to be conscious for a Reiki session to be effective. No matter what, the universal energy will do its job. A Reiki practitioner moves through the body going from chakra to chakra, taking extra time where needed. At the end of the treatment, the practitioner will lightly touch you to signify that it has come to an end. Then they will check to see that you are feeling okay and what new or different sensations you may be experiencing experi encing.. When looking for a good Reiki practitioner, you should make sure to do your research and follow your gut feeling, or intuition. Just like with anything, there are some good Reiki practitioners, and there are some bad. It is important to find a practitioner whom you connect with and feel able to trust. You can visit their website, and read their bios, testimonials and yelp reviews. You can also ask questions like: “What are your Reiki sessions like?” “What should I expect during a treatment with you?” “How can Reiki help me to heal my particular health issue?” “What is your level of Reiki healing ability? Remember, though, in the end, you should follow your instinct.
Chapter 2: Reiki Energy and its Healing Benefits Reiki is a healing practice, for sure. However, it does not only heal your body physically, but it also heals your mind and even your emotions. It also helps you to deal with negative patterns and recurring mental images. In this chapter, we will discuss a few of the many benefits there are to gain from Reiki energy.
Complim Compli ment Medical Medical Treatment Reiki can heal those physical illnesses which leave doctors at a dead end, so to speak. Some have been able to relate rela te stories of females females who were unable unable to conceive becoming becoming pregnant pregnant after a few Reiki sessions. It has also been said that Reiki can speed up the body’s ability to heal itself, as well as relieve pain and reduce blood pressure. It can also defend against illness by supporting the body’s immune system. You can also reap the benefits of better sleep, as well as improving your body’s abili abi lity ty in removi removing ng toxins. toxins.
Solve Problems Reiki can also be an aid in problem solving. For instance, if you have problems within your family, at your workplace, or anywhere else, Reiki can help you to balance them. It will help you to finish things that need to be complete, solve your problems and add the element of harmony to your life. It ill help you to release stress and tension as well as aid you in spiritual growth and cleansing your emotions.
Develop Psychic Ability Receiving Reiki treatments can also be a pathway to developing psychic abilities. You can clear you chakras, removing and blockages and getting in sync with your psychic intuition. This will lead you to psychic psychic awaken aw akening ing.. Reiki Reiki energy also helps to clear your your mind mind and and improve improve your your focus. focus.
P ersonal Gr Growt owth h Because Reiki helps to clear your blockages and improve focus, you will be able to speed up your spiritual growth, following Reiki treatment. You will be able to eliminate negative habits, as well as improve your life and regain your passion for it. Beginning Reiki is the first step on a path to become a better person. It will dissolve your energy blockers and allow for a natural balance between your mind, body and spirit.
Help Others Reiki also allows you to help others by channeling to people, animals and plants. You can even channel energy to food and electronic devices, places, events, and even the past and the future. Reiki’s healing power is not limited to the physical body, rather it can heal everything.
Chapter 3: The Principles and Symbols Used in Reiki Reiki healing is founded in five basic principles. It also uses a series of symbols in order to focus mediation of the patient and the practitioner, and thus allow the energy to be channeled more efficiently. In this chapter, we will discuss the five principles upon which Reiki is based, as well as its symbols, both sacred and non-traditional.
The Five Reiki Princples I. Just for today, I will not be angry. Anger harbored against others, or even at oneself can create blockages in one’s energy. In Reiki teaching, anger is considered the most complex inner enemy. Reiki can help to remove blockages caused by anger that may have built up in the body over an extended period of time, however it has only a limited effect on that anger which arises daily. Thus, being able to let go of anger will bring true peace of mind.
II. Just for today, I will not worry. In contrast with anger, which comes as a result of events that have taken place in the past or are happening presently, worry deals with events in the future. Although worry is not always negative, hen it becomes endless and lingers in one mind, it can bore several small holes into the body and soul. Worry requires Reiki energy to be spread throughout the body in order to heal the damage caused by it. Letting go of worry will allow the body to truly and completely heal.
III. Just for today, I will be grateful. Gratefulness comes from the heart and grows inward. The most important element in this principle is the inner intention. Things as simple as giving thanks and forgiveness, smiling, sharing goo words and being gratefu gratefull can improve your life l ife and the the lives live s of others and a nd brin bri ng true happiness. Being Bei ng th thankfu ankfull allows allo ws for the spirit spiri t to be joyfu joyful.
IV. Just for today, I will do my work honestly. One should seek to support oneself and one’s family through a respectable means, that brings no harm to others. Living an honorable life and working honestly adds abundance to the soul.
V. Just for today, I will be kind to every living thing. Always seek to honor one’s parents, teaches and elders. Being kind to others brings love into the will.
Sacred Reiki Symbols The symbols which are sacred to Reiki healing can help you to make your personal meditation practice more clear. They They can also al so improve improve your your ability abili ty to to chann channel the the healing eali ng energy energy that that is i s the the key element of Reiki. Each sacred element affects a certain realm.
Cho Ku Rei: The Power Symbol This is a symbol that promotes cleansing and purifying. It also protects and is associated with the physical physical body. body.
Sei Hei Ki: K i: The Emotional Emotional Balance B alance Symbol Symbol This symbol represents harmony and love. It helps to balance one’s emotions.
Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen: The Distance Symbol This symbol allows for connection. It is used to perform distance healing across time or space.
Dai Ko Myo: The Master Symbol This symbol brings mastership and empowerment when used. It can also be used to pass Reiki attunem attunements ents as well we ll as during treatments treatments and meditation.
Non-traditional Non-traditional Reiki Reiki Symbols Symbols Some of the symbols that are used by Reiki practitioners today do not come directly from the original teachings of Mikao Usui. In order to use these and learn more about their use, you will need to locate a Reiki teacher who can give attunements to the symbols in this list.
Cho Ku Rei (reversed) This is to be used with the sacred, Cho Ku Rei when you desire to manifest something.
Tibetan Dai Ko Myo-s This symbol is used as a substitute at ties for the original Dai Ko Myo Master symbol. Some prefer to use this to the original symbol.
Tibetan Fire Serpent This symbol is using during the process of attunement and it stand for the Kundalini energy, or snakelike coils. These are visualized at the base of the spine, and the energy travels upward through the coils. It cleanses the chakras, and joins them as well.
Raku This symbol is used in certain branches of Reiki in order to eliminate the gap between student and teacher followi follo wing ng attunem attunements. ents.
Zonar Zonar is believed bel ieved to work across time time in order to heal heal issues i ssues from past lives. live s.
Harth Used as a symbol for the heart, this symbol helps issues pertaining to love and compassion.
Halu Halu is an amplification of the Zonar symbol, which is used for balance and love.
Antakharana Various branches of Reiki healing use this symbol as a tool for meditation and healing.
Om Om is a sanskrit symbol that is well known for its use in many Eastern practices, including yoga. It represents the sound of the universe and is often chanted. Some branches of Reiki use this symbol for initiations.
Chapter 4: Western / Traditional Reiki Difference? There are two main schools of Reiki healing practice. These are the Western Reiki style, and Traditional Japanese Reiki. In this chapter, we will discuss the differences and similarities between the two.
Western Reiki This is the most common form of Reiki practice today. Its origin comes from Hawayo Takato, who learned Reiki from Chujiro Hayashi, a direct student of Mikao Usui. Hawayo Takata’s style of Reiki has become very successful, helping millions of people across the globe. She focuses mainly on the healing element of Reiki. In fact, her first line of experience with Reiki came from being able to heal herself after falling victim to some potentially fatal health problems. Naturally, then, as a Reiki practicion practicio ner, she she would focus focus on healing healing potential. potential. Over time, there has been many additions to western Reiki practice. It first had its significant shift from traditional Reiki when it became adopted as a Tibetan healing practice. The practice was passed on by the the cousin cousin of Takat Takata, a, Iris Ishiku Ishikuro, ro, who w ho made made the path to to becom beco ming a Reiki Reiki master much much more accessi a ccessible. ble. This This caused Takat Takata’s a’s style style of o f Reiki Reiki to spread sp read all over the the rest re st of the the world. w orld. Presently, western Reiki still focuses more on the process of healing as well as one’s hand positions and attunement. There is also a focus on the chakras, the concept of which is Indian in origin. Western Reiki also makes use of guided meditation. This is the style of Reiki that is familiar to most.
Traditional Japanese Reiki Mikao Usui, the original father of Reiki arrived at his discovery after spending his life in meditation, practicing martial arts ar ts and and Tendai Tendai Buddhism Buddhism.. His main main goal goal in creating Reiki was to use use it as a path to enlightement. He was believed to be a descendant of Samurais, and his practice of Reiki was more synonymous with being a life style. A Reiki practitioner would be expected to change his or her life and begin to live in a balanced way. In fact, Mikao is quoted as saying, “If you cannot heal yourself, how can you heal others.” Traditional Reiki uses a Japanese system of energy, which focuses on the Hara. It also includes five components, which are intertwined. In this form om Reiki practice, the meditations are traditional and often include the use of breathing techniques which help you to access energy directly from the Hara, hich is its source. Practitioners of this style of Reiki often feel the energy channeling through themselves at once. In traditional Japanese Reiki, the symbols and mantras represent two different things. The symbols are perceived as training wheels, so to speak. Once you have been able to form a connection with the energy that they represent, you do not nee to use them anymore. Mantras in Japanese Reiki are practiced in the the style style of Buddhism. Buddhism. They They are chanted chanted in i n order to create cre ate a vibration or sound sound that that has healing properties. Whereas in western Reiki, attunement is commonly practiced once, in traditional Japanese Reiki, it is done as many times as needed in order strengthen the energy of the practitioners. The five principles of Reiki are very important in this practice style and a Reiki practitioner is expected to meditate on them and live according to them from day to day. The style of Reiki that you choose to practice depends on what you think fits your lifestyle and which your are drawn to.
Chapter 5: The 3 Pillars of Modern Reiki There are three pillars of Modern Reiki. These are usually presented as a ritual before treatment hich helps to enhance the Reiki session. The three pillars allow the Reiki practitioner to connect ith their higher self as well as the Reiki source. The three pillars are Gassho, Reiji-ho and Chiryo. Each pillar has its own individual attributes, and when harmonized as one, there is a deeper connection to intent. In this chapter, we will briefly discuss each pillar.
Gassho Gassho is used to center the Reiki pracittioner before giving a treatment. It is a form of meditation that an be done by bring one’s palms together in front of the chest and keeping the eyes closed. The attention should be focused on the tops of the fingers while the mind is cleared of everything else so that the energy can flow. Gassho has several parts. These include breath, centering, meditation and asking for the Reiki energy to flow through you. As one takes the Gassho position, they must apply the appropriate breathing techniques as well as set their intention to prepare for the session.
Reiji-ho “Reiji” stands for the indication of Reiki Power. “Ho” means methods. This is a request for the energy to be turned on. In order to do this, three steps must be taken. First, the Gassho position must be assum a ssumed, ed, and one should ask that that the the Reiki energy energy flows through through them them.. Then one one must must request that that the energy be used for the good of the client, by stating “I ask that the Reiki be used for the highest good of [name of client].” The final step involves holding one’s hand in front of the third eye, located just above and between the eyebrows, and asking that the hands be guided to where the energy is called for. One can also ask Reiki Spirit Guides to assist at this stage. The statements can be said in one’s mind rather than out loud, as well. Connecting with oneself and one’s guides can probe to be the hardest step for many Reiki practitioners, because bec ause it requires re quires trust in oneself oneself and Reiki.
Chiryo The meaning of Chiryo is treatment. This is the pillar in which the treatment is given to the patient. Treatment can be done in a preferred setting, either on a couch or a chair. It normally begins at the client’s head on their crown chakra. The processes of moving through the three pillars put the Reiki practitioner into into a centered centered state of mind, in which they they are better able to connect connect to the the Universal energy. One must accept that it is the energy that does the healing and not the practitioner. Once a practitioner enters enters Chiryo, Chiryo, the the ego should should be abandoned abandoned as the the Reiki is allowed allo wed to guide guide their their movements. When the three pillars are used effectively, the practitioner and the client can both receive guidance and healing from the treatment.
Chapter Chapter 6: Chakras Chakr as in the the Con Context text of Reik Re ikii The hand placements used in Reiki healing usually target the seven major chakras as well as the secondary chakras, which are also important. The secondary chakras are often dysfunctional and discolored, and sometimes even completely closed, due to problems in the mind, body or spirit. Being able to keep the chakras functioning properly is very important to one’s health because disruptions in energy flow cause illness. In this chapter, we will discuss the concept of the chakra in Reiki, as well as the different chakras and what they have an effect on.
What is the Chakra? The term Chakra originated in the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit. It literally means vortex, spinning wheel, or circle. The chakras turn in a clockwise direction and resemble a spinning fan. Each individual chakra spins at its own frequency, which allows the ki, or the universal life force, to be drawn into into the the body, body, keeping keeping the the physical physical,, mental, ental, emotion emotional al and spiritu spiri tual al elements elements of the the body healthy and balanced. When releasing unwanted ki or dealing with other people or situations, the chakras chakras spin outwards. Chakras are the channels through which energy enters and leaves our bodies, both physically and o the aura. They are found within every level of our aura, physical, mental, emotional and spiritual, so they affect every part of the being. This means that when we have good feelings, such as relaxation and happiness, our chakras are spinning openly and evenly, which creates a balanced aura that is well protected. However, when w hen we are feeling depresion, anxiety anxiety,, stress, stres s, and other sim si milar emotion emotions, s, then the chakras will be depleted and this will also affect our aura. Over time, these negative emotions can drain the chakra completely and begin to affect one’s well being, and this is where Reiki healing comes in. The worry and stress that come naturally as a part of our daily lives causes blockages in our energy centers. Holding on to negative thoughts causes our chakras to become tainted with dense energy and this in turn has a constricting effect on the flow of energy through our chakras, which is the root of the sluggish, or unbalanced feeling that people often get. A block is a place where energy has become trapped due to this, and Reki gets the energy moving in order to deal with a block. As the energy flows through the whole body, it replaces dissonance and imbalance with harmony, and helping to bring the the chakras chakras into alignm alignment and balance balance them them.. Each chakra is a part of the entire energy system, so no one chakra works independently of the others. An individual chakra can only work fully when the others are also fully engaged. Each of them as a role that balances an aspect of our life, whether it is physical, emotional, mental or spiritual. Thus it is essential in maintaining good health to know whether or not our chakras are balanced and if not, how unbalanced they are.
The Seven Chakras There are seven main chakras. The first three deal with physical and material issues, and are often termed the lower chakras. the other four, from the heart chakra up, have to do with spiritual issues, and are called upper chakras.
Root Chakra: The Spirit of Life The root chakra can be found at the base of the spine, and it is an element of our foundation. It represents earth and has a direct correlation to our survival instincts, or the need for food, shelter and protection. protection. It also activates the urge urge for us to take care of ourselves and defend defend ourselves ourselv es in i n order to maintain life. In addition, it appeals to the sens of grounding and connection that we have with our physical physical bodies and a nd physical physical world. wo rld. When When fully fully fun functioning, ctioning, this this chakra chakra brings brings a sense of security and presence. This chakra is associated with the color red, and is linked to the adrenal glands, kidneys, spinal column and leg bones. When this chakra becomes imbalanced, one can become afraid of life, ithdrawing from physical reality and sustaining feelings of victimization. It can also cause selfish actions and vulnerability to violence. Imbalance of this chakra can also cause problems in the feet, legs, and lower back.
Sacral Chakra: Chakra: The The Spirit Sp irit of Health Health and Purity Pu rity This chakra, the sacral chakra, is located in the abdomen, lower back and sexual organs. It is associated with the color orange. It is related to the element of water, and controls our emotions and sexuality. It works to provide a sense of one’s inner self or inner child. It is also the place from which creativity and inspiration stems. It controls our cravings for sensation, whether they be sound, smell, taste, touch or sight. When working properly, this chakra brings depth of feeling, as well as sexual fulfil fulfillmen lmentt and the ability abil ity to accept acc ept change. change. The parts of the body which the sacral chakra are related to are the gonads, the prostate gland, the reproductive system, the spleen and the bladder. An imbalance in this chakra can cause over indulgence in sex or food, as well as sexual or reproductive disorders and feelings of jealousy and confusion. Self esteem issues can also be negatively or positively affected by this center of energy.
The Solar Plexus Chakra: The The Spirit Sp irit of Know K nowledge ledge and Wisdom Associated with the color yellow, the solar plexus chakra is also called the power chakra, and is located at the solar plexus. It mainly functions as a means of supply energy in the form of heat, power and enthu enthusiasm. siasm. It rules rules the the consciou c onsciousness sness of decision, deci sion, creative crea tive expression, expressi on, personal power, pow er, will wi ll and autonomy. It can even have an effect on one’s metabolism. When this chakra is balanced, it brings energy, effectiveness and spontaneity. It also allows one to become aware of the divine guidance flowing into one’s life. This chakra is connected to the pancreas, liver, digestive tract, stomach, spleen, gall bladder and autonomic nervous system. It is also strongly connected to intellect, and is the seat of our personal power. The energy energy of this this chakra chakra can help to turn turn one’s one’s hopes and dreams dreams in i nto reality real ity,, and allow all ow sel
confidence and a clear sense of direction and purpose in one’s life. Problems in this chakra can cause insecurity about physical and financial matters and the necessity to dominate other people. Physical problem proble ms which can stem from the the imbalance imbalance of this this chakra chakra can include include digestive disorders. disorde rs.
The Heart Chakra: The Spirit of Evolution The heart chakra is connected to the color green, and is located directly at the center of the chest. It is directly related to love and compassion and links the lower or physical self to the higher or spiritual self. The balanced state of our fourth chakra allows for one to love deeply, feel compassion and feel peace and centeredness. centeredness. It is the the center center of love and emotion emotional al well wel l being and and develops our ablity abl ity to both give and and receive recei ve uncondit unconditional ional love when w hen it is funct functionin ioning g at its best. When it is not however, one can experience feelings of sadness, fear and anger. The heart chakra is related to the thymus gland, the heart, the lower lungs, the circulatory system and the skin and hands. When it is not working properly, it can result in heart disease.
The Throat Chakra: The Spirit of Truth and Expression The throat chakra is identified with the color blue, and is related to communication, as well as creativity and self expression. It allows for free communication which helps us to feel centered and happy. It also helps to guide meditation, allowing for connection with our higher guidance. It is connected deeply to the soul and inner self and allows us to listen as our soul speaks. When the throat chakra is working optimally, it can allow us to speak and listen in the spirit of truth as well as constructively express our anger and other emotions, both negative and positive. Adding energy to this chakra can help to improve psychic ability. The throat chakra is linked to the thyroid gland, throat and jaw area, vocal chords and digestive tract. When it is blocked, communication suffers, and one may overindulge in eating and drinking in an attempt to distract from a non communicative throat. This can cause respiratory diseases, dental disorders and low self esteem. Feelings of anger, hostility and resentment are also linked to the poor functioning of this chakra.
The Third Third Eye Chakra: Chakra: The Spirit of Clarity and Psychic Ps ychic Awareness The third eye chakra, which is indigo, is also known as the brow chakra. It is located slightly above and between the eye brows. It mainly works as the center of inner vision and is the place of intuition and soul knowledge. It allows for the opening of psychic and spiritual awareness and causes understanding of archetypal levels. A balanced third eye chakra allows for insight and knowledge. This chakra is associated with the pituitary gland, lower brain, left eye, ears, nose and central nervous system. This is the chakra which is susceptible to the most blockage. Blockage of the third eye chakra leads to fear of the imagination, dreams and irrational thought. In the physical body, an imbalance of one’s third eye can cause persistent headaches, as well as insomnia, anxiety and depression. The Crown Chakra
The crown chakra is linked to the color violet and relates to consciousness as pure awareness. It is located at the top of the head and represents our connection to the collective consciousness and the orld beyond. It is widely believed that this is where the soul enters the body at birth and departs at the time of one’s death. When it is balanced and well developed, it can bring knowledge, wisdom, understanding, spiritual connection and harmony. A highly developed crown chakra also allows one to understand the “oneness” of universal existence and experience true inner peace, removing the separation separa tion between oursel ourselves ves and other other beings. beings. Expanding the crown chakra allows us to have access to the highest sources of spiritual wisdom as ell as enhance our psychic knowing. This chakra is related physically to the pineal gland, upper brain and righ ri ghtt eye. Wh When it is blocked it results r esults in feelings feelings of loneliness, l oneliness, fear of death dea th and a need to compare compare ourselves to others. others.
Chapter 7: Reiki Breathing Methodology In Reiki, breathing methods and techniques are one of the elements which are used to hep change energy flow and assist healing. Learning these breathing techniques can be the first step in knowing how to use the energy changing process to effect healing. Reiki uses deep breathing technique which allow one to become more conscious of the chakras in order to promote healing, as well as to tap into universal energies more easily. When practicing Reiki, the breath goes through three stages, which we ill discuss in i n this this chapter. chapter. The first type of breathing that one uses when practicing Reiki is called “short breath”.This is most similar to the way that people normally breathe as they go about their day to day activities. It includes breathing breathing throug through the nose and feeling feeli ng the the upper part of the the lungs lungs before exhaling. exhaling. While While practicing short breath, one should take note of the fact that they are inhaling universal energy and releasing negative negative energies when they they exhale exhale.. The next tier of breathing involves filling the lower body in the area of the stomach and diaphragm. When inhaling at this point, one should notice the belly expanding. Upon exhaling, the belly should shrink. This is considered to be a “full breath”, and is often used in meditation. The third stage of breathing takes place as one pictures themselves filling their rib cage with air. This is a “complete full breath”. When practicing this breathing method, one should be filling the lungs first, then the diaphragm, and then expanding the breath into the ribs. This will slow down the breath so that one can summon the universal energies. In order to help with wi th the the breath brea thing ing techniques techniques in Reiki, Rei ki, some imagine imagine that their their breaths bre aths are ligh li ght. t. Thus, Thus, hen inhaling, one imagines the light filling the chakras through the breath and with the mind and thoughts, the light can be directed to any area that it is needed in. This helps to begin the movement o various energies energies that that have previously previ ously been blocked. Many people use these breathing techniques in various types of meditation as concentrating on breath allows for a more relaxed state. This can allow universal energies to begin flowing through the body. Reiki breathing methodology is more effective when practiced consistently, of course and in a disciplined way. When a person practices Reiki alone, the breath is the first step that allows for use of Reiki techniques in healing. By beginning with proper breathing, the remainder of the Reiki process will wil l be more more fulfilli fulfilling ng..
Chapter Chapter 8: Crystals Crystals in the the Con Context text of Reik Reikii Crystal healing is an ancient art which relies on the subtle energy releases of different crystals. Today, crystals are use in watches and in jewelry as crystal healing is becoming better known as an effective complementary medicine. While using crystals for healing is not directly connected to Reiki healing, many Reiki practitioners like to employ the use of crystal alongside Reiki. Adding crystals to Reiki sessions can be helpful because of the inclination of the human body to connect with physical aspects of our world. Adding crystals to a session can give an extra amount o support which tells the cells that they are in a safe place and can relax to the point where natural healing can take place. All kinds of stones can be used in Reiki sessions, even the ones that may seem ordinary to us, such as quartz and granite. Even these have resonant frequencies that can communicate healing messages to our body’s cells and energy fields. In order to help organize which stones should be used for which chakra, we will discuss some of those which are suggested for each of the seven major chakras. However, it is important to remember that each person is different, and each stone has its own signature and frequency. This means that while one stone is mostly related to a certain chakra, it may benefit benefit an individual when used with a different different one. one.
Root Chakra For the root chakra , stones that are black, brown or red in color tend to be the most helpful. For example, onyx, obsidian, jet, black, tourmaline and red calcite.
Sacral Chakra Stones that are helpful for the sacral chakra include those that are red or orange in color, like carnelian, orange calcite, citrine and moonstone.
Solar Plexus Chakr Ch akra a When it comes to the solar plexus chakra, the best stons to use tend to be yellow. For instance, you may use citrine, sunstone, jasper, golden topaz and yellow calcite.
Heat Chakra Stones that can be helpful for the heat chakra will often be green or pink, like jade, rose quartz, green calcite, calci te, malachite malachite and emerald.
Throat Chakra For the throat chakra, look for blue stones, such as lapiz, lazuli, blue opal and chrysocola.
Third Eye Chakra Stones that can help to heal the third eye chakra are usually indigo in color, such as purple flourite, sugalite, amethyst and sodalite.
Crown Chakra For the crown chakra, one can use purpler, white or gold colored stones. Some examples of these are, cactu cac tus, s, quartz q uartz,, amber, diam di amond, ond, mold moldavi avite, te, snow quartz, chevron and amethyst. amethyst. Clear quartz can be used for any chakra, as it resonates with the small amounts of quartz that flow through through the the bloods bl oodstream tream naturall naturally y. IT can ca n also be adjusted a djusted to take on the the energy e nergy of any other other stone. For instance, if a Reiki practitioner only has one moldavite stone and wishes to create a triangle over a patient’s patient’s crown cr own ch c hakra, they can take take the the moldavite and two quartz quartz crystal points points in their hands, hands, cup their their hands hands aroun ar ound d them and as the make make a downward dow nward motion, they they would say s ay “I program these these quartz q uartz crystals to have the same energetic properties as this moldavite, for the highest healing possible.” The practitioner would repeat this this phrase phrase and the downward do wnward motion twice more and then used the the three three crystals as they would three pieces of moldavite. In order to determine how and where exactly to use the stones, one should scan the body to read its energy by floating the hand above the body and allowing it to be led to areas that nee attention. This ill help to indicate not only where Reiki healing is needed, but good places to use crystals as well. You can also scan two different times, once with the intent of asking the body where it wants Reiki energy, and another time asking where it would like crystal energy and which crystals it would like. The body will indicate the stones it needs.
Chapter 9: Energy Strength in the Context of Reiki The strength of Reiki treatments can increase the value of the treatments given. A Reiki practitioner can follow a few simple guidelines in order to increase the strength of their Reiki. Reiki comes from an unlimited supply and this means that there is no limit to the benefit and value that one can receive from Reiki. One thing that can affect the strength of Reiki energy is the quality of the energy in the treatment room. The room should not be too hot or too cool, and there is fresh air coming into the room from an open indow, or that it is not to stuffy. The room should also be clean and orderly, because negative psychic psychic energy energy tends to collect colle ct around around disorder disorde r and clut c lutter ter.. One One should should also smudg smudgee the the room with w ith sage before and after a treatment in order to release negative energies left behind by past clients, as ell as to act as a blessing. One can also place pictures of Mikao Usui and Mrs. Takata around the room asking for their presence, and use incense, essential oils and soothing music to raise the vibration and help the client to be more mentally receptive. Before the client arrives, the Reiki practitioner should perform Reiki on him or herself, and afterwards, use their dominant hand to draw the Reiki Power symbol in light on each wall, as well as on the ceiling and floor, simultaneously stating “I bless this room with light” three times for each place. Before Before beginn beginning the the Reiki treatment treatment,, the the power and master symbols symbols should should be placed in the the pracition praci tioner er’s ’s palm chakras, chakras, which w hich will wil l more more completely open the the palm chakras chakras and energize energize th them. em. Adding prayer to Reiki treatments is also an effective way to increase the strength of the energy. The practitioner can either either pray out loud or to him or herself, calling call ing on the the ascended Reiki masters, Jesus, St. Germain, Buddha, Krishna, Babaji or other ascended masters. One can also pray directly to the infinite God or Goddess or the Reiki energy itself. Energy strength can also be increased when one takes on the next level or Reiki training. Some Reiki practitioners may notice notice the strength strength of their their treatment treatment subsidi subsiding ng over time, time, and this can be improved improved by receiving rec eiving additional attu attunement nementss on the the level that that you have already a lready mastered or moving on to the the next level. Chi Gong and Tai Chi can also help with this, opening the pathways that Chi or Ki, life energy, flow through.
Chapter 10: Modern Reiki and It’s Use in Life There are many ways in which Reiki can be applicable to our every day lives. In this chapter, we will discuss five ways in which you can use modern Reiki in your life.
Shield Yourself with Reiki Shielding oneself with Reiki is a good practice to form a habit of doing each day before going out into the world. One can think of this as putting on an invisible layer of clothes that can protect from the energetic debris moving around. Some persons are more sensitive to the emotional baggage of others, and they can become a sponge, losing their grounding and sucking up negative energy. Shielding can be very beneficial beneficial in i n this this aspect. aspe ct. This is something that can be done as soon as you wake up, even while you are still in bed. Just place your palms on yourself, with on on your heart, and one on your solar plexus. Then breathe deeply and set an intention that will protect you and only invite positive energies. Use only positive and reaffirming words, nixing phrases like “do not” and “no”. Then begin to channel Reiki as you normally wood, imagining a force field around yourself.
Reiki Your Food In the same way that some people pray of their food, you can send Reiki energy to your meal in order to get the most out of its nutrients. You can also use Reiki to protect yourself from the elements of your meal that you do not want, such as added hormones, fillers, and other inorganic elements. Just hold your hands over your food, palm side down, briefly. Many find that non human things tend to receive Reiki faster.
Reiki in the Workspace Perhaps you are experiencing some conflict at your workplace either with your boss, coworker, a high stress job, or all three. Starting off by shielding yourself with Reiki as was discussed before might help, but setting up a wider Reiki box of protection around yourself can help you even more in this respect. Simply use an on the go Reiki box, envelope or piece of paper in your and and place your coworkers inside and then use Reiki energy in order to place a shield around them to help them to calm down and keep their negative energy away from you and others. In order to this, you must aim to find center in the middle of chaos. Take a short break in your day and step outside into the fresh air if you can, just for a moment. If you cannot get away for an outside break ju j ust sit si t in your your space and place plac e one hand hand on your your belly and the the other other on your your thigh thigh,, discreetly discr eetly.. Take in at least three deep breaths and focus the mind on calmness, then begin channeling. This session may not even last five minutes, but it will be enough to allow you to catch your breath in the middle of a hectic day.
Electroni Electronics cs and an d Technology echnol ogy You may be shocked to find that this ancient healing modality can help with modern technologies. However, it is possible to use Reiki on your computer, cell phone and even your car. Reiki works very well with inanimate objects, likely because they do not have the emotional choice to refuse the energy. Some have been able to use Reiki in situations where perhaps their car is running on empty and there are no gas stations open nearby.
Relaxing and Sleeping At the end of the day, if you are having trouble relaxing an or falling asleep, it is a good idea to do a full full body self se lf treatm trea tment, ent, or you can just lay l ay in bed with wi th your your hands on your your heart hear t and your your bell b elly y. When When you are thinking about treating yourself to a Reiki session, you should make sure to do it without being disturbed. Start with centering yourself, praying for protection and your intention. When you are channeling for yourself you can place your hands wherever you want, your head, eye, throat, breasts, sacral chakra area, or anywhere else. You can then fall asleep with both hands either touching your stomach or your heart, you will feel deeply relaxed and wake up feeling refreshed.
Conclusion As you can see, Reiki healing is a versatile method of healing the body in several ways. Using the information in this book, you will be able to complement the teachings of western medicine. This will ultimately add a holistic level of healing to your body which will affect your mental, emotional, and spiritu spir itual al health, as well w ell as your physical physical health, health, positively posi tively.. Use Reiki from day to day to protect your chakras from the harmful energy that is often present in the orkplace, during your daily commute, or in your dealing with others as you run errands. The knowledge that you now have about the chakra, and each of your main chakras will help you to maintain their balance, thus allowing you to reap the positive benefits of balanced chakras. Perhaps you will not only be inspired to seek out the benefits of a Reiki healing session, but to learn to practice Reiki so that you can help yourself and others manage their energy in a positive way. Hopefully this book will lead you to take the first step on a path of healing and lifelong health. Thank you, and enjoy!