There are a lot of misconceptions about Reiki. When the uninitiated hear the word 'Reiki', it's likely that a few inaccuracies will pop into their mind. I am going to debunk a few common misconceptions:
Is Reiki some kind of new healing 'voodoo' that only the gullible fall for?
The short answer is no, it can't heal you directly like taking panadol for a headache. It can't heal a specific issue like cancer or MS. Reiki should be considered more like an additional support to other methods of therapy. Reiki helps the body to aid itself in releasing stress and tension by creating deep relaxation. It can help accelerate healing and assist the body in cleansing toxins.
In addition, Reiki is not 'new, nor a 'fad', it has been around a long time, Reiki was developed in 1922 by Japanese Buddhist Mikao Usui.
Is it some kind of weird offshoot of Tai Chi?
Tai chi is a martial art, it is gentle exercise that tends to encourage calm and peace with your self and the world. All the while gaining strength, balance, and flexibility. Reiki on the other hand is a hands-off gentle approach which yes, like tai chi works with chi, or life energy, but there are no moves or postures involved.
Is Reiki a religion?
This is a common misconception. No, Reiki is not a religion, nor a sect. There is no god in Reiki, no deities, no prayers. Reiki is about moving energy and thus, it's no religion at all. You can use Reiki while practicing any religion you choose. It can, however, open your spiritual practice.
Is Reiki some fancy massage treatment?
I can see how it can be confused for massage, as hands move over the body, but the practitioner barely touches you . The Reiki Practitioner directs the energies by holding their hands above the body or only touching lightly. The practitioner does not knead, rub or prod you in the slightest.
So there you have it, do you you have more of an idea of what Reiki isn't? I have been a practitioner since 2007 and would be honoured to work with you. So tell me, what have you heard about Reiki compared?
Additional Sources:
http://nathanu.hubpages.com/hub/Reiki-101-Everything-You-Want-To-Know
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reiki
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