Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Reiki and how does it work?
Reiki is a Japanese energy balancing technique that promotes physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual healing. It works by using universal life force energy to flow into the client's bioenergetic field, restoring balance in a natural way. This modality can be administered in person or virtually through laying hands on the body or in and around the aura. - What are the benefits of a Reiki session?
Reiki sessions can help reduce stress and promote relaxation, balance chakras, and promote healing. They can also be used to enhance the effects of massage and can be combined with other services such as a chakra assessment, spiritual guidance, crystal bowl sound healing, and oracle card reading. - What happens during a Reiki session at Enlumnia?
During a Reiki session at Enlumnia, the client will lie face up on a massage table while the Reiki Master moves the energy over, around, and near them. The session includes a brief pre-consultation, the Reiki treatment, and a post-interview, and lasts about 90 minutes. Additional coaching is available to learn how to keep chakras balanced, aligned, and energized. - I'd like to learn more about Reiki and how it works?
Learning about Reiki and how it works Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique based on the idea that there is a universal life force energy (referred to as "ki" or "chi") flowing through all living things. When this energy is disrupted or blocked, it can potentially lead to imbalances, discomfort, and illness, according to practitioners. How Reiki works Energy Channeling: During a Reiki session, a practitioner, often a Reiki Master or Teacher, acts as a conduit to channel this universal life force energy. Hand Positions: The practitioner gently places their hands on or slightly above the client's fully clothed body, often in specific positions that correspond to the body's energy centers or chakras. Promoting Balance and Relaxation: The channeled energy is believed to flow into the recipient, helping to clear blockages, restore balance to the energy pathways, and promote a state of deep relaxation. Triggering Healing Response: This deep relaxation response can in turn potentially activate the parasympathetic nervous system, shifting the body from a "fight or flight" response to a more relaxed and healing state. This may help reduce stress hormones, lower blood pressure, and boost the body's natural healing processes. - What's a Reiki session like?
What to expect during a Reiki session Relaxing Environment: Sessions are typically held in a quiet, comfortable environment, often with soft lighting or calming music. Fully Clothed: You'll lie on a treatment table or sit comfortably in a chair, fully clothed. Hand Placement: The practitioner will use light touch or hold their hands just above your body in various positions, focusing on areas associated with energy flow and chakras. Sensations: You might experience sensations like warmth, tingling, or pulsing, or you might feel nothing at all, says OASIS Mind & Body. These sensations are not necessarily indicators of the effectiveness of the session. Deep Relaxation: Many people report feeling deeply relaxed and sometimes even fall into a light sleep. Emotional Release: Some individuals may experience emotional releases during or after the session as blockages clear. After the Session: It's recommended to drink plenty of water after a session and allow yourself time to relax and integrate the experience. Some people feel refreshed and invigorated, while others might feel a bit tired as the body adjusts. - What are the potential benefits of a Reiki session at Enlumnia?
Potential benefits of a Reiki session are: Reduced stress and anxiety Improved sleep Pain relief Enhanced emotional healing Increased energy and vitality Improved focus and mental clarity Boosted immune system Promotes natural healing processes Support during recovery from surgery or illness - What is the scientific perspective of Reiki?
While many individuals find Reiki to be beneficial for relaxation and overall well-being, it's important to note that mainstream scientific evidence for its effectiveness as a treatment for specific medical conditions is limited. Some studies suggest potential benefits for pain and anxiety management. Reiki is considered a complementary therapy and should not be used as a substitute for conventional medical treatments. It's important to consult with your doctor before incorporating Reiki or any alternative therapies into your health plan. In summary, Reiki is a gentle and relaxing practice that focuses on channeling universal energy to promote balance and well-being. While it may not be scientifically proven as a cure for specific diseases, it is often used as a complementary therapy to help manage stress, anxiety, and pain and enhance overall health. - How does Reiki relate to other energy healing modalities?
How Reiki relates to other energy healing modalities Reiki shares the fundamental principle of working with life force energy, often called "ki" or "chi," that flows through and around the body. However, it differs in its approach and emphasis when compared to other modalities like Qi Gong, Healing Touch, and Pranic Healing. Similarities Focus on Energy: All these modalities acknowledge and work with the body's energy field, aiming to promote balance and well-being. Healing Intent: Practitioners aim to facilitate healing on physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels. Differences Practitioner Involvement and Method: Reiki: Emphasizes channeling universal life force energy. The practitioner acts as a conduit, and the energy is believed to flow where it's needed most, according to practitioners. Techniques often involve light touch or hands held slightly above the body. Reiki is often described as passive. Healing Touch: Involves a more active and structured approach. Practitioners use intention, focus, and specific techniques to direct and balance energy fields. Pranic Healing: Focuses on cleansing stagnant or negative energy from the aura and chakras before energizing them with fresh prana. This is a more methodical and structured approach, according to practitioners. Pranic Healing is typically a no-touch healing system. Qi Gong: More of an active, mind-body practice focused on cultivating and circulating energy within the body, says Holden Qi Gong. It can be done as a personal practice. Specific Focus: Reiki: Often described as focusing on overall energy balance and relaxation. Chakra Balancing: Places a strong emphasis on cleansing and energizing specific chakras or energy centers. Qi Gong: Focuses on nourishing and circulating the body's own energy, according to Holden Qi Gong. Attunement/Training: Reiki: Requires an "attunement" process from a Reiki Master to enable the practitioner to channel the energy. Healing Touch: Requires a structured training program and certification. Pranic Healing: Involves training in specific techniques and often emphasizes a deeper study of spiritual science. Structure vs. Intuition: Reiki: Often described as more intuitive and less structured, relying on the practitioner's connection to universal energy. Pranic Healing & Healing Touch: Tend to be more structured, using specific protocols or techniques.