What is Reiki?
Reiki is a natural healing system of universal life force energy, which has been used for healing since ancient times by cultures all over the world. Today we know these energy healing systems by many different names, and Reiki is one of them.
“The course has been fantastic, and completely influenced all aspects of me – I feel enriched! I’m so much more in tune with myself and what makes me happy. I am more aware of my energy flows, and feel so much healthier. It really tuned me into my energies, likes and dislikes, and I feel much more grounded and settled. Reiki gave me more confidence, and I feel more self-sufficient to face challenges.” (Bonnie)
We teach the Usui Reiki System founded by Dr Usui in Japan at the beginning of the last century. There were many Reiki schools at that time in Japan, and it was a popular form of healing. The origins of Reiki are shrouded in the mists of time, probably having reached Japan from Tibet. Over time Usui Reiki has been westernised, but the essential core practises and essence are the same. It is a simple, powerful system of healing, which you can use to improve your health and happiness.
Dr Usui said, ‘Reiki is the art of inviting happiness into your life‘, and this is the foundation of our teaching at LEARN REIKI. We teach Reiki as a path of self-development, a transformational tool for becoming more fully who you truly are. Your authentic self, the person you were born to be, with the ability to trust fully in yourself, others and the universe. Practising Reiki will give you the ability to maintain balance and harmony in your life, even in the face of life’s challenges. To develop a positive outlook, which chooses love and acceptance over chaos and disharmony. To work on loving and nurturing yourself, so that you may truly love others. To develop peace, happiness and fulfilment in your life, so you may be part of the change you wish to see in the world.
Healing Energy
LEARN TO HEAL YOURSELF & OTHERS
Reiki is a powerful transformational tool, because it teaches us self-healing. Everyone has the ability to use universal life force energy for their own self-healing, and the healing of others. We can do this for ourselves anytime, anywhere, with no special equipment or dependence on others.
We have taught people from many backgrounds and walks of life, including people with various medical conditions. Our classes are accessible and open to everyone.
Learning natural self-healing with Reiki will enhance any program of healing and self-care you already have. It can help heal many chronic conditions. The right time to learn Reiki is when you feel able to focus on your own wellbeing.
There are many paths to developing peace and happiness in your life, and Reiki is compatible with all of them. It can be used in addition to any other healing or spiritual practises.
Watch a beautiful video about Reiki made by one of our students.
If you have any questions about learning Reiki, please get in touch.
“My self-confidence & self-worth are so much better. My awareness and intuition are highlighted to me. The course has opened a whole new world, a better world, and wonderful friends. It has shown me self-healing, and brought peace & tranquillity, which has radiated to my family. It helped me to release stress, worry, anger, and given me a new outlook on life. Now I’m self-assured, more calm and meditating in my daily life.” (Lorraine)
Benefits of Reiki
STIMULATE YOUR BODY’S NATURAL DEFENSES – IMPROVE CHRONIC CONDITIONS
Learning Reiki will transform every aspect of your life. It doesn’t guarantee you will never face difficulties, but it will give you the tools to navigate life’s challenges. You will experience better physical, mental and emotional health, and be able to help yourself and your loved ones in times of difficulty.
Reiki works by stimulating your body’s natural ability to heal itself, and has been proven to help reduce stress, tension, anxiety and depression, and relieve chronic pain. It is used in the NHS and hospices, as a powerful way to support both patients and staff. Watch this BBC documentary showing how it is used in one London hospital to help patients with cancer.
The best way to discover the healing benefits of Reiki for yourself is to have a Treatment with one of our excellent Practitioners, and read what our students say about the benefits Reiki has brought to their lives.
“I have a greater sense of calm in my life. I feel much more grounded and focused in all areas of my life. A lot of emotional healing has taken place. I have greater self esteem & self worth, and am much less stressed.” (Denise)
Scientific Studies
REIKI BENEFITS STRESS, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, CHRONIC PAIN, BURN OUT, CANCER, DEMENTIA, PATIENT CARE & CAREGIVERS
Scientific research shows proven benefits for mental health and stress relief from Reiki healing. It is increasingly offered in hospitals, hospices and private practice to improve health outcomes and quality of care. People report relief from numerous health challenges, including chronic pain and the reduction of stress, anxiety & depression.
Reiki produced clear signs of reduced stress in animal studies shown by biological measurements, such as heart rate and cellular signs of stress-related damage. In a study of nurses with burn out syndrome, biological indicators of a significant relaxation response were found as a result of Reiki treatment. When nurses administered Reiki to a group of patients with acute coronary syndrome, physiologic indicators of a significant relaxation effect were recorded.
After six weeks of treatment people who received Reiki for mild depression showed both immediate and long-term improvements in depression, stress and hopelessness for up to a year afterward. In another study complete elimination of typical post-operative depression was seen in heart surgery patients given Reiki. Pain often causes depression & anxiety. Reducing difficult-to-treat chronic pain can have a substantial effect on psychological wellbeing, and studies have found Reiki to be effective for pain, anxiety and depression relief.
Among cancer patients, Reiki brought about significant levels of pain relief, anxiety and depression reduction, improvements in sleep quality, relaxation and general wellbeing. These benefits remained when checked after three months. Among abdominal hysterectomy patients, it helped reduce pain and anxiety, particularly when given before operations. Both pre-operative & post-operative Reiki treatments are shown to improve patient care and health outcomes.
Scientific validation of Reiki’s effectiveness comes from numerous studies examining a variety of types of people, problems and settings. This type of solid research has helped bring it into the mainstream.
Read the full article on Reiki Healing & Mental Health Research, and also how Reiki Helps Dementia Patients & Their Caregivers.
