What is Reiki?

Reiki pronounced ( Ray-Key) is a healing modality that originated in Japan and is currently practiced worldwide. The word “Reiki” comes from the Japanese words “rei” (universal life ) and “ki” (life energy). Reiki is a type of energy healing using hands of the practitioner.

Energy healing targets the energy fields around the body known as “chakras.” There are seven chakras of the body. The goal is to have all of the chakras balanced. It is believed that if any of the chakras are not balanced, then life is not balance over all which may result in body aches, anxiety, stress, and unhealthy practices to the body. There may be blocks through out the body and reiki energy will help release and unblock the stagnant energy.

Silhouette of a person in a yoga pose with seven colored chakras aligned along the body, against a colorful watercolor background with the word 'Chakras' at the top.

Seven Chakras of the Body

Chart explaining the meanings of the seven chakras, with symbols and colors representing each chakra, and descriptions of their attributes and associated qualities.