Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation as well as promoting healing. The name comes from two Japanese words: Rei - universal/ spiritual consciousness, Ki - Life energy/vital life force**.
Reiki is powerful yet gentle therapy and therefore has widespread uses. During its long history, almost all conditions and diseases have been known to benefit from its use. Multiple sclerosis, heart disease, cancer, skin conditions, headaches, colds, insomnia, fatigue, and impotence are a few of the conditions to benefit from Reiki. In addition, Reiki works to enhance other types of therapy. Interesting fact: There have been a number of medical studies showing the positive effects of Reiki, including improved wound healing, reduced anxiety in heart patients and promoting an increased iron level in the blood.

The therapist assesses where the person has blockages and the healing energy directed to these areas. Negative thoughts and feelings block the natural flow of Ki (energy). Reiki clears, straightens and heals the energy pathways, reducing negative thoughts and promoting the body's own healing. Once Ki is flowing naturally, the parts of the body affected are able to complete their own healing process.

**Vital life force is crucial for our physical and emotional wellbeing. This non-physical energy emanates from all living things. Low levels or a restriction in the flow of life-force energy leads to an increased susceptibility to illness. Reiki is the vital life-force energy channelled through the hands of a therapist attuned to this energy.

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