"Reiki is love, love is wholeness, wholeness is balance, balance is well-being, well-being is freedom from disease." –
Dr. Mikao Usui, Founder of Reiki
Introduction
Welcome to the transformative journey of Reiki First Degree. This manual serves as your guide, offering insights into the fundamental principles, techniques, and practices that lay the foundation for Reiki healing. Whether you are a curious seeker or a dedicated practitioner, this manual will empower you to embark on a path of self-discovery, healing, and spiritual growth.
Reiki, a Japanese healing art, is rooted in the belief that a universal life force energy flows through all living things. At its core, Reiki is a holistic practice that aims to balance and harmonize the energy within and around us. The word "Reiki" itself combines "rei" (universal) and "ki" (life energy), emphasizing the connection to the universal source of healing energy.
The primary purpose of Reiki is to facilitate healing on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. As a Reiki practitioner, you become a channel for this universal energy, allowing it to flow through you and into the recipient. The intention is to promote relaxation, release energy blockages, and stimulate the body's natural healing processes.