Reiki is a powerful and ancient healing art that was rediscovered in Japan by Dr. Mikao Usui. This effective energetic technique restores physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual balance, resulting in a profound sense of wholeness and well-being. Reiki operates on the principle that the practitioner can channel energy into the patient through touch, directly accessing the patient’s energy field and chakra system to activate the body’s natural healing processes. This practice aligns with the concept of "laying on of hands" seen in Christianity. The practitioner’s hands may be placed on or above the body—there is no massage involved. Reiki can be received fully clothed and is effective even through plaster casts, bandages, and blankets, as well as over long distances. Some of the benefits of Reiki are: * Emotional release * Stress reduction * Support for both acute injuries and chronic conditions (such as asthma, eczema, headaches, and muscle and joint problems), as well as assistance in overcoming addictions * Reduction of insomnia * Enhanced relaxation * Increased insight and intuition * Alleviation of anxiety and depression * Acceleration of blood flow * Removal of energy blockages and adjustment of the energy flow in the endocrine system, promoting balance and harmony throughout the body. **Distance Healing** Healing energy can be sent to others at any distance, whether across the street or around the world.