06/10/2025
To those curious what Reiki is! (Though in our opinion, you have got to try a session to truly experience what an impact Reiki can make in your life!)
Reiki is a form of energy healing that originated in Japan. It involves a practitioner placing their hands lightly on or near your body to help facilitate the flow of energy and support your natural healing processes. Here's what Reiki might do for you:
1. Promote Relaxation and Stress Reduction
Many people report feeling deeply relaxed during and after a Reiki session.
It can help shift your nervous system from "fight-or-flight" into a calmer "rest-and-digest" mode.
2. Support Emotional Well-being
Reiki can help you process emotional pain or trauma in a gentle, non-verbal way.
Some people say it brings up unresolved emotions, which can then be acknowledged and released.
3. Enhance Sleep and Mood
Regular Reiki sessions have been associated with improved sleep quality and mood stabilization.
It may reduce anxiety or depression in some individuals, though it’s not a substitute for professional mental health care.
4. Alleviate Minor Aches or Discomfort
Some clients report temporary relief from headaches, tension, or minor pain.
Reiki is often used as a complementary therapy in hospitals and wellness clinics.
5. Aid in Spiritual Growth or Mindfulness
If you're on a spiritual path, Reiki will help you feel more connected or aligned.
It encourages present-moment awareness and can support meditation practices.
What Reiki Is Not:
It is not a cure for disease or a replacement for medical treatment.
It’s not diagnostic, and practitioners don’t claim to treat specific conditions medically.
Should You Try It?
If you're open to holistic or complementary therapies and looking for something to support your emotional or physical wellness, Reiki could be worth exploring. It's safe, non-invasive, and usually quite calming—even if you're skeptical.