Reiki

Reiki proposes that disruption to this energy may cause health problems and seeks to restore the balance of the energy flow to a person by sending the energy flow received by the universe.

Reiki also involves a philosophy of mind-body-spirit unity and connection to all things. The Reiki principles for living are:

"Just for today do not worry."
"Just for today do not anger."
"Honor your teachers, parents, and elders."
"Earn your living honestly."
"Show gratitude to all living things.

"What Is Reiki?
Reiki is derived from the Japanese words rei, meaning universal, and kei, meaning life energy. It is a Japanese healing art and a complementary energy therapy based on the principle that everything in the universe consists of energy that flows around and through living beings.

Reiki practitioners believe that the body has an energy force that can be manipulated to promote healing. They place their hands lightly on or above the body to balance the energy field.

Benefits of Reiki
While not proven concretely, Reiki may help with:

Relaxation and stress reduction
Activating the parasympathetic nervous system (reduced heart rate, reduced blood pressure, increased heart rate variability)
Pain control
Reduced anxiety and depression and increased self-esteem and quality of life in people with chronic health conditions
Enhanced well-being and sleep quality
Symptom management in some conditions, such as cancer
Stronger sense of connection with self and others
Enhanced positive thinking
Reiki is a noninvasive and gentle practice with little to no risk of adverse effects. It can be performed in nearly any setting (hospices, surgery rooms) by widely varied healthcare providers and therapy professionals with Reiki training.