Energy healing techniques work wonders for people interested in self healing. See what you need to know about learning how to perform reiki on yourself and others.
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If you're new to energy healing, Reiki is based on the transfer of universal energy from source through the practitioner to the client or self.
That may sound relatively simple at first blush. However, there are some important steps to follow if you want to perform reiki and have it work effectively.
There is more reiki energy healing than touch, meditation and maintaining a positive mental state. If you're interested in learning how to perform reiki, even on a self-healing level, here are a few things you'll want consider.
Before I get into those details, it's said that you need attunements to perform reiki. You can receive those attunements in person or over a distance. An affordable way to receive these attunements is by taking a Reiki course on Udemy.
But first, here are some other things to keep in mind when learning how to perform reiki.
Understand the Hand Positions
The very first thing you will need to learn about how to perform reiki are the healing hand positions. These specific hand positions allow the energy to flow freely through the hands and into the client's body.
If you study reiki, you'll learn that there are various hand positions that are designed for for different techniques, the healing of chakras and any challenges your body may be facing.
In order to perform reiki properly you will need to learn the different healing hand positions for each chakra and part of the body. You can certainly read about the hand positions in a reiki guide. However, the hand positions are usually taught by a certified reiki practitioner.
If you plan to use reiki for self healing, it's a good idea to communicate with a Reiki Master and have them show you the hand positions that will be best for your particular needs.
Energy Efficient Location
When you stumble upon the phrase energy efficiency, a picture of your gas and electric bills is probably what comes to mind. In this particular case, we're talking about finding a place where you'll perform reiki that is free of negative energy that can disrupt the process.
You'll want to set up an area in your home or office that's free from distractions. The energy in the space should give you a feeling of warmth and comfort while appealing to your personal energy field.
Finding the ideal location may prove to be more challenging for parents who have young children or people who live with roommates or a large, extended family. If you can, try to identify a location that's both quiet and easy for you to access.
Even if it's a small corner of your local woods, a community park or the back corner of a small coffee shop will do. You simply need to choose a location that's energy efficient for your energy field so the negative energy can be removed and transmuted.
Helpful Accessories for Performing Reiki Healing
If you've learned much about reiki, you'll probably learn that there are a variety of accessories that can be utilized. When we're talking about reiki accessories, we're referring to items such as pure essential oils, healing crystals, natural incense, soothing music, singing bowls, tingsha bells and more.
You will use these accessories as tools to help set the stage for your energy to flow properly and to remove any negative energy so it can be transmuted by the universe. Sometimes an outside influence like healing crystals or essential oils can help.
This article covers only a handful of information on how to perform reiki for self healing. As you continue your research, you'll find that there are many more techniques, tips and methods. So as you continue your study of reiki, you'll identify what works best for you and your personal needs.
A great way to continue your studies is to take a Reiki Certification Program on Udemy, or in your local community.
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