‘REI’ means ‘universal’ and refers also to the spiritual dimensions and the soul.

‘KI’ means the ‘vital life force energy’ which flows through all living things.

Reiki is simply energy but it is also a system in which we can apply this energy into daily life. Reiki is not a religion. It holds no doctrines, creeds or contradictions to the Universal Laws of Consciousness and Love. Once an individual is attuned to Reiki through attunements or initiations, they are permanently linked without the need of conscious alteration of the mind, either through meditation, prayer or imaging.

Simply placing one’s hands on oneself, or another person, allows the energy to flow through the individual. It fills the Reiki practitioner’s body first and then flows out through the practitioner’s hands into the recipient.

Reiki energy comes from the Universe or Source and is an extremely powerful healing energy. It is one of the few forms of healing that can be used to heal oneself. Reiki does not conflict with other health-care modalities, but enhances its results. It does not interfere with traditional medical treatment, but facilitates benefits. Reiki speeds the healing process and provides a source of restoring energy while one is ill, under medical treatment or in recovery.

The Reiki practitioner is a channel and must not allow the ‘Ego’ to step in and desire a particular outcome. The Reiki practitioner must be a clear vessel through which the healing energy flows. This allows the highest Soul Purpose to be the outcome of the healing. Reiki is a tool for use at any moment, any time; anywhere for on the spot stress release, pain relief and quick energy. In short, Reiki is a holistic self-help technique for directing natural life energy. No special environment or equipment is needed and age makes no difference. By following steps taught by a Reiki Master Teacher, anyone is able to direct Reiki to meet individual needs.