Understanding the practice
What is Reiki?
Universal Life Force Energy
Reiki rests on the idea that a universal life force energy permeates every living being.
Reiki (pronounced ray-key) is a practice that supports deep relaxation, balance, and overall wellbeing. Reiki (霊気) combines the Japanese words Rei ("universal" or "spiritual") and Ki ("life energy").
Reiki originated in Japan in the early 1900s through the teachings of Mikao Usui and has since become a widely practised complementary wellbeing technique.
During a session, you remain fully clothed while light hand placements, or hands held just above the body, create a calm space to rest and unwind. The practitioner acts as a gentle channel for this universal life energy, letting it flow through to you. Rather than being directed, the energy is drawn to where it is most needed, supporting your body's own natural capacity to find balance and restore itself. Many people describe feeling deeply relaxed, peaceful, or restored afterwards.
Reiki and wellbeing
A practice many people return to.
People experience Reiki in different ways. Many describe their sessions as deeply relaxing, with a greater sense of calm, balance and connection to themselves.
These experiences are also reflected in The Benefits of Reiki – Global Research Report, a 2020 global consumer survey conducted by The Reiki Centre. The survey gathered responses from 1,288 people across 68 countries.
92%
experienced more peace in their lives
91%
reported an improvement in overall wellbeing
85%
reported experiencing less stress
86%
reported feeling less anxious or worried
84%
reported feeling happier overall
66%
reported improvements in sleep quality
These figures are findings reported by participants in The Benefits of Reiki – Global Research Report. They represent the respondents’ personal experiences and should not be interpreted as medical claims or evidence that Reiki can diagnose, treat or cure health conditions.
Reiki is a complementary wellbeing practice and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Source: The Benefits of Reiki – Global Research Report, The Reiki Centre (2020).
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