What is Reiki?

Reiki is a gentle non-invasive holistic health practice that uses universal life force energy to restore physical, emotional and mental balance to the individual. The Japanese word Reiki means both a “universal life energy” and a non-invasive healing technique used to promote healing through channeling this energy. “Rei” refers to “universal spiritual guidance” and “Ki” to “vital life force.” Reiki means spiritually directed universal life force energy.

The technique of Reiki involves the laying on of hands to channel life force energy to the individual. A healthy and balanced physical state is characterized by high “ki” or free flow of vital life force energy. Unexpressed or denied emotions associated with painful life experiences and negative thoughts cause disturbances or “blocks” in the field of life force energy surrounding and infusing the physical body. This manifests as dis-ease and physical illness.

Reiki works to break through and dissolve these blocks and to restore the balance and flow essential to physical and psychological wellness.