Reiki ~ The Experience
Reiki energy is experienced during a non-invasive, hands on treatment while an individual relaxes fully clothed. The Reiki practitioner lightly places their hands on (or over) the client in a series of standard positions developed to address the whole body. The infusion of Reiki energy facilitates and accelerates the body's natural healing abilities.
The client relaxes in a softly lit room, on a massage table for an hour while they listen to gentle music and/or nature sounds. If a client is unable to get on a table, any seated position will work. The essence of the client position is that any position will work as long as they are comfortable. It is recommended that you remove restricting items such as glasses, shoes and belts during the session.
The practitioner will begin a session by briefly explaining Reiki energy therapy and the process to the client, to make them more at ease. They will usually be asked to read and sign a waiver that states they understand the goal is for relaxation purposes. To begin the session, the practitioner will ask the client to relax and join in the intention that the Reiki be beneficial. Most practitioners begin a treatment with the client resting on their back. The basic hand positions begin on the head, and end at the feet.
Starting with the first hand position, a client can expect to experience a range of feelings. They may go to sleep, and sleep throughout the entire session (and that's ok!). They may feel heat from the hands of their practitioner. They may experience tingling, waves of energy, bubbles, stomach gurgling, laughter, tears, sighing, deep breaths, or just feel very relaxed. It all depends on their personal physical and emotional environment. However they experience the session, it is correct for them. As they become more experienced with Reiki a relationship builds between the practitioner and client, variations of the sessions can develop. The practitioner can focus on specific body placements or work in the aura - the energy field surrounding the body. During any session the client may specify an area they would like to have addressed.
It is important to note, that in some cases the effects of Reiki are not always immediately noticable.
At the close of a therapy session, it is recommended that the client slowly sit up and rest for a moment prior to standing. They will be offered water while seated and it is recommended that they increase the amount of water they normally drink to help flush toxins from their system.
Reiki therapy also helps in the healthy maintenance of your body. It is recommended that monthly sessions facilitate and support your good health!