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What is Reiki?
Reiki is a Japanese energy practice that uses the simple and natural touch of the hands to transmit life energy. In Japanese, the word “Reiki” is generally translated as “universal life energy” — an energy associated with life, vitality and the natural world.
The use of touch for comfort, soothing and relief is something we find in cultures and traditions throughout history and all over the world. In fact, placing our hand on a part of the body that hurts is an instinctive human response.
A Reiki session
A Reiki session is usually deeply relaxing and refreshing. It takes about an hour and is given to the person fully dressed.
During a session, the Reiki practitioner — having received the appropriate Reiki initiation — places the palms of the hands on different parts of the body. The practice can also be performed with the hands held slightly above the body.
Everyone experiences Reiki differently. Some people feel warmth, a wave of energy, magnetism, electricity, coolness or gentle tingling. Others experience a feeling of deep peace, joy, love or simply a sense of becoming very quiet inside.
The relaxation and inner harmony that can arise during a Reiki session create a peaceful and supportive space for change, personal development and a deeper connection with oneself.
Reiki is taught in three levels
Reiki training traditionally progresses through three levels: Reiki 1, Reiki 2 and Reiki 3.
With Reiki 1, the student receives the first Reiki initiation and is introduced to the basic principles and techniques of the practice. The student begins working with the Reiki energy through the hands, both for personal practice and for giving Reiki to others.
With Reiki 2, the practice goes deeper. The student learns additional Reiki techniques and symbols, including the practice of giving Reiki at a distance. (REMOTE)
Reiki 3 is the level of Reiki Master and Teacher. At this stage, the training moves beyond personal practice and includes learning how to pass the Reiki teaching and techniques on to others.
For me, moving on to the third level is not simply a question of how much time has passed. It is important that the student has gained sufficient experience and feels ready for this next step. Therefore, Reiki 3 is given when I feel that the person is genuinely ready for it.
Duration
Reiki 1: two days
Reiki 2: two days
Reiki 3A & 3B: please contact me for details
Reiki is a simple, accessible and friendly practice that anyone can learn. No previous experience is required.
And perhaps this is one of the beautiful things about Reiki: when people encounter it for the first time, many have the feeling that, somehow, there is something about it that is already familiar.
A personal silk blessing shawl
As a personal reminder of this special experience and of the transformative Reiki initiation, I offer each student a hand-painted silk blessing shawl, created in the colours of their aura as I perceive it during and after the Reiki initiation.
The shawl is offered with all levels of Reiki initiation.
What participants have said
“Total professionalism. An experience I recommend to those seeking alternative therapeutic approaches.”
— Aristotelis Kaditis
“Very interesting seminar, with an interesting approach by the teacher, Carine. Understandable both theoretically and practically. I felt relaxation and connection. An excellent experience. An extra part of the seminar was an initiation and treatment for my sick cat. The improvement was so fast that the cat managed to open the closed door of her carrier while waiting on the balcony for the seminar to finish!”
— C.T.
Personal online Reiki initiations are also possible.