Firstly, Reiki is energy that surrounds us all. When properly channeled, it can be wonderful for healing our souls, re-aligning our chakras (energy points in our bodies), and reducing stress. Since this energy is intelligent it is just as easily sent from one person to another long distance as hands on. The only thing that is needed is some of your time and an open mind. (Please note: there is no tax on these services.)

An attunement puts you back in a more natural rhythmn with Mother Earth. A Reiki Attunement involves about 15-30 minutes of your time. What will be involved is the following: I will need to know about 48 hours before you want to have your attunement. (Please note I'm on EST, check time zone issues at http://www.worldtimeserver.com.)

 

For People: Once we've confirmed a time, a few moments before we're to start, find a comfortable place to either sit or lie down (whatever your preference is). We will not need to communicate during the session since our connection will be through Spirit/Divine Energy/Source/God/Goddess. When you're set in your comfortable position, state your intention (either by an affirmation or prayer) to receive your attunment. Then, you just lay or sit back and enjoy the gift. If you would like to have ambient music, candles or incense burning, that is absolutely fine, but not necessary. Just make sure you're going to be undisturbed during attunement time: no phones, alarms, children. After the attunement, take a few moments for some stretching, deep breaths and a glass of water.

 

Important: Everyone feels something different during their attunements. Some people feel nothing. Some people feel something right away. Some don't feel anything until a few days later. That does not mean that the attunement didn't work, it just means that the energy is working in its own specific way for you. Remember if you have any questions after your attunement, please contact me. I've been through attunements myself.

 

Cleansing period:  It is highly recommended that the first 21-30 days after your attunement you go through a cleansing period. Since you're realigning yourself, your body is going through a "detoxing" of sorts. So you may want to try and stay away from the following things: nicotine, red meat, caffeine, alcohol, excessive amounts of sugar. Remember also to drink plenty of water each day. (Yes, I did the cleansing period too, I even cut out chocolate, and I felt so much better for it!)

 

For Animals: Simply let them be!

 

     

 

This attunement is a bit more involved (includes level1&2 attunement plus Master attunement), but the same instructions on your part as for the Level 1&2 attunement, so please refer to Long Distance Reiki Attunement Level 1&2 for instructions. The difference is added symbols that are used to further open a person's spiritual growth and spiritual body.

  

                               

 

 

     

 

 

 

There have been a lot of questions about Reiki and if it's legal/ethical. For people that believe in certain faiths I can understand why they would wonder about this. Firstly, please understand that Reiki is not a Religion. It is a spiritual practice where sharing energy for healing purposes is expressed. Reiki Masters are the vessel through which the energy is directed, they are not the creators of this energy. The energy is all around us, all the time. Although this may seem like an advanced mode of thinking, Reiki has been around for many many years.

There are many questions from a Christian point of view about the ethics of Reiki. And I do understand this need for questioning. But there are some really good answers as well. As stated by many others here's some FAQ:

(Please note that although these statements say "GOD", for each belief system you are connected with your higher source, whether that be God, Goddess, Divine Source, etc. Please see highlighted area)

Reiki Frequently Asked Questions (From the Christian Point of View)



Q. How do we know that healing is appropriate for Christians to do?
A. In I Corinthians 14:1 Paul tell us to eagerly desire spiritual gifts. In I Corinthians 12: 28 Paul says that healing is one of the gifts. Paul also says that each of the gifts is best expressed with love. Also, Jesus is quoted in John 14:12 as saying, "I tell you the truth, anyone who has faith in me will do what I have been doing. He will do even greater things than these, because I go to the Father." We know that Jesus practiced laying on hands type healing, therefore, it is scriptural for Christian to practice healing by laying on hands.

Q. What is the best way for a Christian to practice Reiki?
A.. Reiki provides a very wonderful way for Christians to make use of God's power. When giving or receiving Reiki attunements or treatments, call on God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit to work directly through you and do the healing for you. This can be done through prayer before Reiki sessions, attunements or classes etc. Christians have also found praying for additional healing power from Archangel Michael, Gabriel and the other angels of God to be very effective. In this way your connection with God's love can become very powerful and act as a source of guidance, healing and love that will always be available to you.

Q.. Why is the Reiki attunement necessary? How does it work?
A. The attunement is a process that turns on your healing energy. During this process God is able to connect you more strongly to his power which strengthens the healing energy coming from your hands. While everyone has some healing ability we know from experience that those who receive a Reiki attunement have noticeably stronger healing energies coming from their hands and are able to help others in a more effective way with their Reiki treatments. As a Christian it is recommended that you say a prayer at the beginning of the attunement process asking that God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit will perform the attunement through the Reiki master. Christians have found this to be a very valuable and uplifting experience that strengthens their connection to God and increases their healing ability.

Q. How do we know that Reiki comes from God? I've heard some people say Reiki comes from Satan. How can I know the truth?
A. Our understanding about Satan comes from the Bible. No where in the Bible do we find an instance where Satan healed someone. Satan tempts people to sin but Satan does not heal people. Furthermore, in Luke 6:44, Jesus says, "Each tree is recognized by its own fruit." Which is to say that if something is beneficial and helps people, and those results are long lasting such as the healing people receive from Reiki, then it must be good and come from God.

Q. Is Reiki a religion?
A. Religions are usually involved with issues such as heaven and hell, sin and salvation etc. and have a doctrine or code that one must believe in in order to be a part of the religion. Reiki does not deal with these things. Reiki is a simple healing technique. It does not require one give up ones religion or changes ones religious beliefs in any way to practice it. Most Christians who practice Reiki state that Reiki brings them closer to God, to Christ and to the Holy Spirit and because it is a method of healing, it helps them fulfill their Christian calling to help others.


Q. Is Reiki a cult?
A. In order for something to be a cult, it must have certain detrimental effects on its members. A usual requirement is that they must give up their previous religious beliefs and accept the new beliefs of the group without question. In Reiki, this is not required. People are free to continue with any religious belief they have previously chosen and in fact people of all religious beliefs practice Reiki. In most cults, there is a leader to which members must follow and obey. Reiki has no leader. Practitioners can practice anyway they want and are not controlled by anyone. In addition, in most cults, members are asked to give all or most of their possessions to the group, they often live communally and contact with the outside world is discouraged. None of these conditions exist in Reiki. Reiki is religiously neutral.

Q. I understand Reiki uses symbols. I've been told that Christians shouldn't be involved with anything that uses symbols.
A. Keep in mind that symbols are part of Christianity. The fish and the cross are Christian symbols. Note also that Catholics make the sign of the cross over their chests for protection and to become empowered with Christ. Symbols are used in Reiki to connect with different kinds of Reiki energy and since Reiki healing energies all come from God, the symbols are a way to connect with God. However, if a person doesn't like the idea of symbols, they are not necessary to use with Reiki as in Reiki I there are no symbols.

Q.. I've heard of Reiki practitioners speak of Reiki guides. What's this about? I've been told that Christians should avoid contacting spirits.
A.. The idea of Reiki guides is not actually part of the original Reiki teaching, but was added later by Western practitioners. Therefore, one doesn't have to contact a spirit guide to use Reiki as Reiki energy comes directly from God and spirit guides are not necessary. However, it is possible as a Christian to use a similar concept when practicing Reiki. Keep in mind that Jesus, Mary and other Biblical figures received help from spiritual beings in the form of angels. Angels are spiritual beings that God has created to be his messengers and it is possible for Christian Reiki practitioners to make use of their help. God's angels can help heal and also provide guidance. It is also possible to call on God directly and especially Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit to be present and provide healing energy directly from them, but sometimes God will send an angel to do this also. Remember, the entire book of Revelations was given to John by an angel - indicating the responsiblity God sometimes gives to angels to act as spiritual guides.

Q. Is Reiki wizardry, black magic etc?
A. Wizardry and black magic etc. is always used with the idea of gaining power over others or gaining some personal benefit regardless of God's will. It does not call on God but on lower powers or other lower beings to help fulfill ones desires. Reiki does not operate in this way. It cannot be used to fulfill ones personal desires unless they are part of God's plan. Reiki can only be used to heal and to help people and is always guided by God.

Q. I've heard that Reiki is a Buddhist practice. Is this true?
A. While Mikao Usui who founded Reiki was a Buddhist, he had respect for all religions including Christianity which he had studied. At one point in his life he lived with a Christian family and had Christian friends. He did not want Reiki to be a religious practice but wanted it to be a simple healing technique that anyone could use. Because of this there are no Buddhist practices in Reiki. Reiki is religiously neutral. Reiki energy comes from God, which is understood to be the one or Universal God.

Q. Is Reiki right for all Christians to practice?
A. As we can see from the information presented on this website, Reiki is in alignment with the teachings of the Bible. Yet, it is not likely that that all Christians will be drawn to practice it. If you are interested in Reiki and are in the process of making a decision about receiving a Reiki treatment or attending a Reiki class, it is suggested that you pray about it and then follow the guidance that comes to you from God.