What is Reiki? 
The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words - Rei which means "God's Wisdom or the Higher Power" and Ki which is "life force energy". So Reiki is actually "spiritually guided life force energy."
Reiki is one of the more widely known forms of energy healing. Energy Healing involves direct application of Chi for the purpose of strengthening the clients energy system (aura). Chi is the term used by the Chinese mystics and martial artists for the underlying force the Universe is made of. Mystics in all cultures have talked about the physical universe being made of an underlying form of something, much as modern physics research is now coming to understand the Universe is made of energy which is subject to (or affected by) thought. Just as modern physics says this energy is affected by thought the mystics also say this underlying form is affected by thought, going so far as to claim we create our own reality from our thinking and the thoughts we share between each of us every day
Reiki History
Reiki is believed to be developed and established in Japan by Dr. Mikao Usui. He discovered Reiki and single-handedly created a movement to support it. He was able to create a large group of followers, making his system popular around the world. He was succeeded by other presidents who have continued the practice and teachings of Reiki after his death. Dr. Mikao Usui was referred to as Usui Sensei by his students. His Reiki system, called the Usui Reiki, was founded after he attended Isyu Guo, a 21-day training course of meditation.
Dr. Usui went to the high-energy areas of Mt. Kurama to meditate, fast, pray, and chant. Incidentally, the holy mountain had a waterfall where he would stand and allow water to flow over his head. It is said that this successfully activated his crown chakra.
After twenty one days of training at Mt. Kurama, Dr. Usui received the power of Reiki - a gift that allowed him to heal himself and others without using any of his own energy.
There are some speculations that Reiki might have originated from either Buddhist or Tibetan healing practices. However, no distinct relations have yet been found to prove this. Reiki masters believe that Reiki is neutral in its form and can exist independent of any religions and affiliations. Right now, the concept of Reiki had spread in the West, as well as all over the world. More and more people are experiencing the goodness that Reiki can bring in terms of freeing the spirit and getting in touch with the soul
Dr. Mikao Usui
Just for today, do not worry
Just for today, do not anger
Honor your parents, teachers, and elders
Earn your living honestly
Show gratitude to everything
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What is Reiki?
