🌱 Origin and Perspective of Therapy

Reiki is a Japanese technique of energetic healing developed by Mikao Usui in the early 20th century. Its name means "universal life energy" (Rei: universal, Ki: life energy).

Based on ancient Eastern wisdom, Reiki stems from the idea that every living being possesses a vital energy that flows through its body. When that energy is balanced, we experience health, vitality, and clarity. When it is blocked, physical, emotional, or mental symptoms may arise.

💫 Purpose and What Connects to Heal

Reiki acts as a channel of universal energy that flows through the therapist's hands to the recipient. It is not an invasive technique, but rather a supportive energy that activates the body's and soul's natural healing capacity.

This energy is not directed by the mind: it flows to where it is most needed, and acts on all levels —physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual— balancing, harmonizing, and releasing.

🔮 What are Energy Points?

The body is traversed by energy centers called chakras, which function as "doors" through which life energy enters, distributes, and regulates. Each chakra is associated with a specific area of the body, specific emotions, and vital functions.

When a chakra is balanced, energy flows. When it is blocked, disharmony occurs in the physical body or emotional state.

Below is a brief description of the 7 main chakras:

1. Root Chakra (Muladhara) – Base of the spine. Related to safety, stability, and connection to the Earth.
○ If it is open, you feel confidence, stability, and presence.
○ If it is blocked, fear, insecurity, or a sense of not belonging may appear.

2. Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana) – Lower abdomen. Associated with creativity, emotions, and sexuality.
○ If it is open, creativity, emotional connection, and pleasure flow.
○ If it is blocked, there may be emotional repression, guilt, or difficulty enjoying.

3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura) – Stomach area. Linked to personal power, self-esteem, and will.
○ If it is open, you feel security, clarity, and capability for action.
○ If it is blocked, doubts, low self-esteem, or feelings of helplessness may arise.

4. Heart Chakra (Anahata) – Center of the chest. Regulates love, compassion, and emotional openness.
○ If it is open, there is empathy, genuine love, and healthy bonds.
○ If it is blocked, feelings of sadness, resentment, or difficulty trusting may occur.

5. Throat Chakra (Vishuddha) – Throat area. Associated with communication, expression, and inner truth.
○ If it is open, you express what you feel with clarity and authenticity.
○ If it is blocked, there is difficulty speaking, fear of judgment, or enforced silence.

6. Third Eye Chakra (Ajna) – Between the eyebrows. Connected to intuition, inner vision, and wisdom.
○ If it is open, you trust your intuition and have mental clarity.
○ If it is blocked, you feel confusion, denial of the subtle, or excessive rationality.

7. Crown Chakra (Sahasrara) – Top of the head. Related to spiritual connection, awareness, and unity.
○ If it is open, you feel connected to something greater, peace, and deep understanding.
○ If it is blocked, feelings of existential emptiness, disconnection, or mental rigidity may appear.

Reiki acts directly on these centers to unlock, harmonize, and restore the natural flow of energy.

🌀 What is a Session Like?

● The person lies down fully dressed on a comfortable table or surface.
● The therapist gently places their hands over or near the body, following the path of the chakras.
● No words are used. The work is vibrational, silent, and deep.
● You may feel warmth, tingling, mobilized emotions, or simply a very deep rest.

The session lasts approximately 45 to 60 minutes and can be done in-person or virtually, with the same effectiveness.

🌻 What are the Benefits?

● Reduction of anxiety, stress, and insomnia
● Increased energy and vitality
● Support in processes of grief, illness, or crisis
● Emotional balance and mental clarity
● Energetic cleansing and unblocking of chakras
● Feeling of peace, centeredness, and inner reconnection
🌈 What kind of responses or transformation can a person find:● "I left feeling light in body and calm in heart."
● "I felt accompanied without the need for words."
● "It was as if my energy had rearranged itself on its own."
● "I returned to feeling centered, effortlessly."
📚 Recommendations for Further Exploration

Recommended Book:
● Reiki: Life Energy – Tanmaya Honervogt

Recommended Podcast:
● Reiki Without Borders – Stories, experiences, and frequently asked questions about this therapy

Suggested Series or Movie:

● Heal (Netflix) – Documentary about energetic healing and body awareness