Frequently Asked Questions About Reiki

Rei- means Higher power, Divinely Guided.

Ki-means Life force energy

The Reiki Master/Practitioner is considered a funnel, the go between of energy from Source to the client. 

A Reiki master does not absorb this energy nor give the client any of their own personal energy. 

No. Reiki energy is spiritual in nature. 

The energy is given from the practitioner/master's two hands. 

You may lie down or sit up on a massage table. Remaining fully clothed.  Two hands will hover over the body or touch it. Typically, around the head, shoulders, arms, hands, stomach, knees and feet.  The time of the position held will vary from 30 seconds to 10 minutes. 

30 - 60 minutes

The experience varies from person to person.

Some experiences have been described as a feeling of relaxation. Others may transcend (out of body). Clients have described seeing lights, images or feeling a sensation of warmth. 

Discuss this question with your chosen practitioner/master. They can give a better description of what their clients typically experience. 

No.

Each session will give a different experience. Anything from a burst of energy to a healing release of negative energy that results in various emotions. 

A headache has been reported by some clients. This is because the toxic negative energy held in the body is released into the blood stream for filtration and proper release.

Clients are encouraged to drink plenty of water before and after a session to encourage free flowing energy and the proper release

It is not uncommon for clients to feel anything at all. 

Yes.

Reiki energy does not harm. It knows exactly where to go in the body and how to support any ailments.

Yes.

It may be helpful during the pregnancy, during childbirth and postpartum. 

What is lineage?

Reiki is passed on from teacher to student over and over. This succession of teachers will lead back to the founder of the system of Reiki one is practicing. 

Great question to ask if you want to become a consistent client. A Reiki provider may be able to offer you payment options. 

This is important if you plan to become a consistent client. You may want the option to not always need to come into office. 

These tools may include candles, incents, essential oils, singing bowls, tunning forks, etc.