Reiki
Many ancient cultures, including the Japanese, Chinese, Indians, and Egyptians embraced the belief that life energy flowed through the body, deeply affecting our body, mind and emotions. Current research strongly suggests that energy does extend throughout and beyond the physical body, and that disruptions or imbalances in its flow correlate to physical, mental and emotional illness. The healing art of Reiki (pronounced “Ray-key”) addresses these imbalances to support good health and well-being.
What is Reiki?
Reiki is a Japanese word meaning universal life energy. It is a non-intrusive method of hands-on healing that taps into the energy referred to by philosophers and martial artists as ki in Japan, chi in China, and prana in India. The practice of Reiki is based on the teachings of a Japanese man, Mikao Usui, who taught and practiced Reiki in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Reiki is not massage, hypnosis, or a tool for diagnosing illness. Reiki is a technique that addresses both chronic and acute conditions, gently and powerfully promoting balance among all the body’s systems.
What is a Reiki session like?
The pet will normally lie on a table, but the technique is so adaptable that Reiki can be received in almost any setting, including standing or holding the pet and even through casts and bandages, and in any state of health. Little or no pressure will be applied. Practitioners routinely follow a series of hand positions, but can place their hands anywhere on the pet, or over an injury or other area of discomfort. The pet will receive the amount of energy needed to bring the body into balance. While the effects vary from animal to animal, most pets experience deep relaxation. The pet may perceive a tingling or pulsing sensation, a feeling of warmth or comfort, or it may even fall asleep. Results are sometimes subtle. Some animals may show signs of immediate relief while others may show signs of a sense of calm and well-being and may even feel energized, or have a deep, restful sleep. Your practitioner will want to hear all about your pet’s responses and feedback on it’s behavior and healing process.
What are the benefits from Reiki?
- Speeds up healing process and supports your pet’s ability to heal itself
- Promotes peace and calmness, eliminates anxiety and restlessness
- Strengthens your pet’s immune system
- Treats minor ailments as well as chronic illness
- Balances organs and glands and all their bodily functions
- Improves the blood circulation
- Treats symptoms and causes of illness
- Works in partnership with veterinary treatment
What can Reiki mean for you and your pet?
Reiki alleviates pain and stress, and promotes restful sleep, healing and relaxation. Relaxation in itself promotes a host of benefits for the mind and body including a heightened sense of well-being, release of muscle tension, and relief from anxiety and depression. In addition, relaxation has been shown to help restore immune function and improve circulation, enhancing healing throughout the body. Reiki is not only healthful, but pleasurable. One of its greatest benefits may be the experience of being nurtured and cared for.
Talking with your Reiki practitioner
Your practitioner will be glad to answer any questions about her background, training and experience. Always let your practitioner know what your pet’s history of illness has been. Ask questions at any time, including in the days following a session. To schedule your pet’s Reiki session, please call 257-5334. |
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