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  Reiki - Universal Life Force Energy 

Reiki literally means 'Universal Life Force Energy'. Originating in Tibet, it was rediscovered in Japan in the early 20th century by Dr Mikao Usui and brought to the West by Hawayo Takata of Hawaii. Eastern medicine and beliefs have long recognised the concept of a Universal energy flowing through every living thing.

The ability to channel Reiki does not require any spiritual or religious belief. The student is aligned to the higher energy by a Reiki Master through a series of attunements; First Degree, Second Degree and Advanced Degree (also known as Master Practitioner). If the Reiki Practitioner wants to teach Reiki and pass on attunements to students, they must take a further attunement to become a Reiki Master Teacher. Over time, this connection is improved through practice, so always ask a practitioner how often they use Reiki. Kathy is a Reiki MasterTeacher in the Usui tradition and Reiki is a way of life to her rather than just a healing therapy.

Reiki is a safe, natural and holistic method of healing suitable for people of all ages and beliefs that works well alongside traditional allopathic medecine. Reiki healing can be channelled to clients whose medical conditions are a contra-indication to most other complementary therapies. All you need to benefit is a desire to be in a state of harmony and balance. Most physical and emotional conditions are brought about when the body is at “dis-ease” with itself. Reiki can be a very powerful therapy as it works on physical, mental and emotional levels, by unblocking and rebalancing the energy systems.

Reiki treatments are carried out fully-clothed, either seated or lying on a massage couch. The Practitioner's hands either hover above or lightly touch the client's body. The Reiki Practitioner channels the Universal Life Force Energy through their hands to the recipient. The energy cannot be controlled or guided - it will go to where it is needed most first. Reiki can never harm as the intention behind it is of the highest vibration. The recipient takes only what is required and the body’s natural ability to heal itself is then activated.

It is very common for clients to feel deeply relaxed during a Reiki treatment - even enough to fall asleep. Other possible reactions include emotional relase, visions, 'seeing' bright colours and feeling heat or tingling from the practitioner's hands. Reiki is not a substitute for conventional medicine; it is spiritually guided life force energy. Not only can Reiki be channelled safely to people; plants and animals can greatly benefit, too. Reiki can also help with migraine, addictive behaviour, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, bereavement, weight loss and many other conditions by allowing the client to reclaim their own power.

Recognise the universal energy that is within us all and experience the healing touch of Reiki for yourself.