What Is Reiki And How Can It Assist Me?

Presented By Silvia Flores, licensed Reiki Master Teacher with the International Center for Reiki Training www.the-Firefly.com

Reducing stress is one of the most important issues to retaining and achieving good health

Reiki is a viable , pleasant and easy option to reduce our levels of stress

Let’s begin by defining Reiki A Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that promotes healing Spiritually guided life force energy A complementary therapy A means for positive life changes Perfectly fits in with traditional medicine A form of meditation A way to induce the relaxation response

A little Reiki history Dr. Mikao Usui who developed Reiki in 1922 in Japan

Mount Kurama near Kyoto Japan, the birthplace of Reiki

Dr. Chujiro Hayashi Used Reiki in his medical Clinic after being attuned to Reiki

INTRODUCED REIKI TO THE U.S. VIA HAWAII Mrs. Hawayo Takata ( 1938 ) RECEIVED MASTER LEVEL FROM HAYASHI ( 1976 ) TAKATA BEGINS INITIATING STUDENTS TO MASTER LEVEL ( 1980 ) TAKATA PASSES AWAY INTRODUCED REIKI TO THE U.S. VIA HAWAII

Why are we talking about Reiki? We must reduce our levels of stress Because complementary therapies are quickly becoming part of integrative medicine Because in today’s world we need physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual support to deal with issues Because it works !!!!

Is Reiki safe? Will it interfere with my doctor’s treatments ? Is it a religion or part of a belief system ?

The philosophy of Reiki

Is there any evidence Reiki works? Some studies have been done which show reduction in pain, shorter surgery times, and reduced anxiety. More studies are in process. Center for Reiki Research booklet with summaries of Reiki research. www.reiki.org

Who can learn Reiki? Anyone!

Who can teach Reiki? A Reiki master teacher Learn Reiki I and II in a two day class

A typical session looks like this:

In a session you may follow a series of hand positions

Or may chose to work on a specific area using your intuition

You can learn to scan the body to find an area that needs treatment

You can give Reiki to yourself

You can learn how to send Reiki at a distance

You can give Reiki to pets

You can send Reiki to outdoor animals

Massage therapy is enhanced with Reiki

Clear and bless your office and home

Keep your energy field strong Power up your energy field before session. Clear your energy field after session.

Learn how to send Reiki with your eyes as well as your hands Learn how to send Reiki with your eyes as well as your hands. Still your mind with Reiki.

Benefits Creates deep relaxation Aids body to release stress/tension Accelerates the body’s self-healing abilities Promotes better sleep Reduces blood pressure Relieves pain Helps chronic problems (asthma, back pain, headaches, depression, etc.)

More benefits Assists the body in cleansing itself from toxins Reduces side effects of drugs utilized in chemo therapy Supports the immune system Helps spiritual growth and emotional clearing Can self treat

How can I try out Reiki? At Reiki Circles at bliss Spiritual Co-op Mt. Pleasant meets weekly on Fridays 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM In a private Reiki session At a Reiki class

Let’s feel the Life Force Energy Place your hands together and call on healing energy from Source. Then place hands on your body. Feel the warmth.

Additional uses of Reiki Reiki can: Increase abundance in all areas of your life Help maintain a balanced lifestyle Help solve problems that come up in everyday living. Provide inspiration and connection to your Spiritual Source. Work much more quickly than many other traditional modalities.

Take a class and get continuing education credits Receive 14 hours of continuing education credits for nurses for Reiki I & II in 2 days. Receive a Reiki session each day and take a nap while you earn CEs! Practice meditation in class. Use your spirituality in a practical way. Connect with health-minded colleagues.

Give yourself Reiki to protect from burnout

A great percentage of the population is seeking alternative solutions to stress Yoga Meditation Exercise Herbs Essential Oils Singing Dancing

The medical profession is taking note

Reiki is now available in some major cancer centers and hospitals http://www.reiki.org/reikinews/reiki_in_hospitals.html

Reiki was featured in Newsweek

The time has come to experience Reiki and other complementary therapies

Our dream- Reiki in all hospitals and every family

Use of Reiki in the Hospital Context Potential Benefits For Patients Reduction of stress, anxiety Promoting feeling of control and engagement in own wellbeing Promoting trust between patient and caregiver(s) Additive benefit to conventional drug therapies potentially allowing reduced medication, fewer side effects and toxicities Possible shorter recovery times For Caregivers Reduction of stress/burnout Promoting positive well being, sense of competence For Healthcare Business (Hospitals, Clinics, Hospice) Reduction in patient stay in hospitals Fewer complications Reduction in staff turnover Reduction in invasive procedures Destination of choice for elective procedures

Allow Reiki to support you in your path

So now that you know about Reiki…

From my heart to yours….