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DISTANCE HEALING

For Distance Healing, I perform a full Reiki Healing for you, usually over 3 or 4 days, which is very successful.

Anyone who would like Distance Healing, please contact me, on the link at the top of the page.

FOR DETAILS OF REIKI SHARE GROUP AND REIKI CLASSES SEE 'ABOUT GILL'

WHAT IS REIKI?

Reiki is a Japanese word meaning Universal Life Force. It is a vital life energy, which flows through all living things and can be activated for the purpose of healing. Although it has its roots in ancient Buddhist teachings, it is NOT a faith system. All that is necessary is the willingness to try it. You do not need any background in healing. Reiki provides you with the means of maintaining balance in your own health and that of your family and friends. Reiki can be incorporated effectively into the healing arts practised by other health professionals.

WHERE DOES IT COME FROM?

Dr Mikao Usui rediscovered this system in the 1800's after diligent and extensive study of the healing phenomena of our greatest spiritual leaders. The technique was based on ancient Buddhist teachings still in use today. He spent the rest of his life practising and teaching this method of natural healing which involves attunement of the energy, the laying on of hands and distant healing. His "Reiki" was passed through him to Dr Chujiro Hayashi to Mrs Hawayo Takata who, in the 1970's brought Reiki to the West by training 22 Reiki Masters in the USA.

REIKI TODAY

The Usui system continues to be taught by Reiki Masters, who are trained in the traditions of Reiki and whose personal and professional lives are dedicated to this healing art and the lifestyle it engenders.

TREATMENTS HOW DOES REIKI WORK?

The Reiki practitioner acts as a "pipe" through which the energy flows to the client, activating the body's natural ability to heal. Reiki energy goes to the deeper levels of a person's being. Where many illnesses have their origin. It works wherever the client needs it the most, releasing blocked energies, cleansing the body of toxins, relieving pain and working to create a state of balance. Reiki works on a physical, mental, emotional and/or spiritual level depending on the client's needs. It reinforces the client's ability to take responsibility for life and helps to promote the necessary changes in attitude and lifestyle for a happier life - whatever that means for the client.

THE TREATMENT

Reiki is a simple, non-intrusive and extremely powerful process. However, it is NEVER more than you can deal with. A treatment lasts between 20 and 90 minutes. The client is fully clothed and usually lies on a couch. The practitioner gently places the hands in various positions on the body, but never intruding on the client's privacy. Each hand position is held for several minutes. There is no pressure, making it ideal for treating the young and elderly, pregnant women and those recovering from illness, surgery or injury. The whole body is treated, not just an isolated area. This enables the energy to go right to the source of the imbalance and not just to the manifesting symptoms.

WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE?

You will generally feel a pleasant sensation of warmth or gentle tingling in the area receiving the Reiki. As your energy comes into balance, stress and tension are released and there is a deep sensation of relaxation and well being. Many people fall asleep. Improvements and changes are then noticed in the days and weeks to come.

WHAT CAN REIKI TREAT?

Reiki is helpful in most conditions, including stress, anxiety, sinusitis, menstrual and menopausal problems, cystitis, asthma, migraine, psoriasis, eczema, arthritis, back problems, insomnia, sciatica and chronic ailments. Reiki is a great tonic and if you are well, it will help you stay that way.

CAN IT DO ANY HARM?

Reiki will complement and increase the effectiveness of most kinds of medication and treatments. It is a completely safe, natural, nurturing and holistic way of treating disease. It is a healing energy in the truest sense.