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What is Reiki?
Reiki is a Japanese word meaning "Universal Life Energy." Reiki is a form of energy healing. You can use it
on yourself; on other people, plants, animals, etc.

Where does Reiki come from?
Dr. Mikao Usui was a Christian minister who taught classes in a university in Kyoto Japan. He is credited
with introducing what is now known as traditional Reiki in the mid-late 1800's. Dr. Usui was questioned by a
student who asked him about the Bible story of Jesus saying "all these things I do, you can do also, and
more." The student wanted to know why Jesus said that, and yet Dr. Usui could not demonstrate how
healing could be done. Since Dr. Usui had great faith in the Bible's words he resigned on the spot. He
spent the next several years on an intensive search for the answer to the student's question. He was able
to find the answer to the student's question and developed what is now known as Usui Reiki.

Can anyone learn Reiki?
Anyone can learn Reiki and it is not dependent upon whether the person receiving Reiki believes it will work
or not. Reiki is effective even when a person is sleeping or unconscious.

How does Reiki work?
Reiki speeds up the healing process and supports the body's natural abilities to heal itself.
It cleanses toxins from the body, and in so doing boosts the immune system.It also balances energy in the
body and revitalizes the body and mind. Reiki is known to reduces stress and provide calmness and
another added benefit is that it helps alleviate pain.

What does a Reiki session feel like?
A Reiki session is done with your clothes on. Your Reiki practitioner will have you lie down, or be seated
comfortably in a chair. Very gently, your practitioner will place his or her hands on your body. They will
usually stay in that position for 3-5 minutes. Sometimes, his or her hands will be near your body, but not
actually touching it. The positions generally start at your head and end at your feet. Your practitioner can
explain what you should expect from your session. Always feel free to ask questions. Treatments and
Attunements can be given in person and are also very effective over distances!

What is an attunement?
An attunement allows the Reiki student to learn and use Reiki energy. Everyone has this ability to use
universal energy, a Reiki Attunement significantly enhances it. Attunements are very effective even if sent
over long distances.

Is Reiki a Religion?
Reiki energy is spiritual in nature, Reiki is not a religion. Practitioner's are not asked to change any
religious or spiritual beliefs they may have. They are free to continue their beliefs as they choose and are
encouraged to make their own decisions concerning their religious practices.

How is a Reiki treatment given?
In a standard treatment Reiki energy flows from the practitioners hands into the client. The client is usually
laying down. Treatments can also be given with the client seated or even standing. The client will remain
fully clothed. The practitioner places his or her hands on or near the client's body in a series of hand
positions. These positions generally start at your head and end at your feet based on the client's needs.
Each position is held for three minutes or longer depending on how much Reiki the client needs at each
position. The entire treatment usually takes between 45 and 90 minutes.

Does one have to stop seeing a regular doctor in order to receive a Reiki treatment?
No, Reiki works in conjunction with regular medical treatment. If one has a medical or condition, it is
recommended they consult a licensed health care professional in addition to receiving Reiki treatments.
Reiki energy works in harmony with other forms of healing, including drugs or surgery, or any other method
of alternative care to improve the results.

Can I treat myself?
Yes, once you have received the Reiki attunement, you can treat yourself as well as others. This is one of
the most unique features of Reiki.

How many levels are there in Reiki training?
In the Usui/Tibetan system of Reiki there are four levels. These include levels one, two, three, and and
Master.

Can I treat animals or plants?
Animals love Reiki. They seem to have a natural understanding of what Reiki is and its benefits. Once a pet
has received a Reiki treatment, they will often let you know that they want more. Plants also respond well to
Reiki.

Can you get more than one attunement?
When you receive a Reiki attunement, it will last your whole life. However, if you get additional attunements
for the same level, it will help to refine and strengthen your Reiki energy.

What is lineage?
Reiki is a technique passed on from teacher to student again and again. If one has Reiki, then he or she
will be part of a secession of teachers going back to the founder of the system of Reiki they practice. In the
case of Usui Reiki, the lineage leads back to Dr. Usui.