Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique based on the principle that a universal life force sustains all living organisms and that an energetic and spiritual dimension exists in humans as part of the healing process. Reiki proposes that disruption to this energy may cause health problems and seeks to restore the balance of the energy flow to a person by sending the energy flow received by the universe. The theory behind Reiki is that by balancing these energies, the body’s natural healing ability is stimulated. The focus is on healing, particularly through the spirit and mind-body connection, rather than a cure or treatment of specific conditions or diseases. The word Reiki (ray-key) combines two Japanese words – Rei which means “the Wisdom of God or the Higher Power” and Ki which means “life force energy”. Reiki means “Spiritually Guided Life Force Energy”. Reiki is believed to have begun in Tibet several thousand years ago. Unfortunately, the original source itself was forgotten. Dr. Mikao Usui, a Japanese Christian educator in Kyoto, Japan, rediscovered the Reiki healing system in the mid to late 1800’s. He began an extensive twenty-one year study of the healing phenomena of history’s greatest spiritual leaders. He also studied ancient sutras (Buddhist teachings written in Sanskrit). He discovered ancient sounds and symbols that are linked directly to the human body and nervous system, which activate the universal life energy for healing. Usui then underwent a metaphysical experience and became empowered to use these sounds and symbols to heal. He called this form of healing Reiki, and taught it throughout Japan until his death around 1893. The tradition was passed through several Grand Masters of Reiki such as Dr. Chujiro Hyashi, Hawayo Takata, and Phyllis Lei Furumoto. The Usui System of Natural Healing balances and strengthens the body’s energy, promoting it’s ability to heal itself. Reiki is useful in treating physical, mental, and emotional illnesses or conditions. There are many benefits of Reiki, including relief of pain, anxiety, fatigue, depression, headaches, tension, insomnia, nausea, and boosts mood. Reiki can accelerate healing, assist the body in cleansing toxins, balance the flow of subtle energy by releasing blockages, and help the client contact the “healer within”. A typical Reiki session lasts 60 to 90 minutes, and clients are treated either lying down on a massage table or seated while fully clothed. Reiki healers practice Attunement (sometimes called Initiation) by gently touching or moving their hands over the body along the lines of the five traditional symbols. These gestures manipulate the flow of universal energy called Ki (or Qi) through the body with the goal of promoting physical or mental healing. Reiki healing can also be performed remotely. Distant Reiki sessions work because energy is not limited by distance. Reiki energy connects on our spiritual and energetic levels so sessions can be done without clients being physically present. We are all connected, as we are all energy matter and part of a universal whole. All living beings, including animals, can benefit from Reiki Healing. Enjoy the OM Experience of Reiki Energy Healing and tap into your unlimited supply of Life Force Energy to improve health and enhance the quality of  your life. Namaste