REIKI
What's REIKI?
Reiki is an alternative therapy that consists of imposing the therapist's hands on the body to transfer energy. It is believed that this way it is possible to align the body's energy centers, known as chakras, promoting energy balance, necessary to maintain physical and mental well-being.
Before carrying out the Reiki session, the therapist of this technique, will do an energetic cleansing in the environment, so that a spirit and awareness of harmony and love is ensured. During sessions, the reik practitioner will place his hands on a person's body in order to change the oscillation or vibration of energies and this brings some proven benefits such as pain relief and reduction of symptoms of anxiety and stress.
The practice of Reiki is safe and does not generate any side effects and is not linked to a religion, and can be accepted by people of different origins and beliefs. It can also be applied in conjunction with other therapeutic techniques, such as acupuncture, for example. See more what acupuncture is and what it is for.
Main benefits
The realization of Reiki involves the transfer of vital energy that causes the body to be in balance, generating a feeling of well-being, improving mood and promoting physical health. In this type of therapy, meditation techniques and breathing exercises are used, leading to some benefits such as:
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Decreases symptoms of stress and anxiety
This type of therapy can be an excellent ally for treating anxiety, due to the feeling of relaxation and well-being it provides. Consequently, through Reiki it is also possible to reduce the symptoms of stress, which cause anxiety, promoting a feeling of inner peace and serving as a calming agent, as breathing and meditation techniques are used.
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Helps in the treatment of depression
Reiki can be used to help treat depression, as through the application of hands-on techniques it is possible to align the body's vital energy and reduce the symptoms caused by this disease, such as excessive sadness, physical fatigue and loss of energy and of interest in activities that previously generated pleasure.
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Reduces chronic pain
The relaxation produced during the practice of Reiki contributes to the reduction of chronic pain, such as pain in the spine and head, as it is able to reduce tension and muscle fatigue, for example. In this way, it may be necessary to reduce the use of analgesic pills and muscle relaxants, however, it is recommended not to fail to follow up with the doctor, who can be an orthopedist or neurologist. In addition, the effects of Reiki on chronic pain can be felt in the first sessions, as the Reiki practitioner will slow down the person's energy, changing the vibration and speed, producing aligned waves in the chakras equivalent to the affected organs.
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Relieves insomnia symptoms
The feeling of well-being caused by performing Reiki is capable of increasing the release of hormones such as serotonin and endorphin, which are excellent allies to ward off insomnia. Also, Reiki causes relaxation, which also acts for a better night's sleep.
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Improves quality of life
Through the techniques applied in Reiki it is possible to improve the quality of life, as it is a type of therapy that releases emotional tensions, cleaning the mind, promoting inner relaxation. Reiki generates feelings of hope, well-being, joy, peace and self-confidence in the person and this makes it possible to carry out daily tasks more easily and more cheerfully.
These situations are ideal tools to improve the quality of life, so it can be said that Reiki is a therapy that can improve a person's physical and mental health.
Benefits of Reiki in Pregnancy
The relaxation and calm provided by Reiki can be very useful during pregnancy, as they can reduce the insecurity and stress common during this period, and provide a more peaceful delivery.
In addition, stress control decreases the production of negative hormones, such as cortisol and adrenaline, which can cause increased blood pressure, pre-eclampsia and increase the risk of premature birth.