Reiki

What is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese word representing Universal Life Energy, the energy which is all around us. Reiki, when activated and applied for purposes of healing, addresses body, mind and spirit. It accelerates the body's ability to heal physical ailments and opens the mind and spirit to the cause of disease and pain, the necessity for taking responsibility for one's life and the joys of balanced wellness. The Usui System of Reiki is a natural healing art which uses Reiki in these ways. 

History of Reiki

Reiki was born out of the experience and dedication of Dr. Mikao Usui,  a Japanese Christian educator who, in the late 19th century, responded to a challenge from his students  by undertaking an extensive study of the healing phenomena of history's greatest  spiritual leaders. Through travel, study, research and meditation, he evolved a healing system based on ancient Buddhist teachings written in Sanskrit. He spent the rest of his life practising and teaching this method of natural healing, which usually involves the laying on of hands.

The Usui System of Reiki continues to be taught by Reiki Masters who are trained in the original traditions of Reiki and whose personal and professional lives are committed to this healing art and the lifestyle which it engenders.

Who Can Benefit From Reiki?

Everyone who wishes to change in some way and accepts that, though others can help, ultimately we re each responsible for our own healing and transformation.

Reiki gives you the awareness, courage and ability to change what can be changed and the wisdom to understand and accept what cannot be changed.

What Happens During a Treatment?

Before a Reiki treatment no medical history will be taken, so the only details provided by you will be contact details.

The treatment normally takes place lying down on a couch, but can be given in a chair. No clothes are removed for the treatment, but if you are lying down you may prefer to remove your shoes for comfort. The treatment involves resting hands lightly on your body in set positions. Each position is held for approximately 5 minutes.

A sensation of warmth, cold, or tingling may be experienced under the hands, accompanied by a general feeling of relaxation and well being.

A treatment session lasts for either an hour or 90 minutes, depending on which option you choose. A course of treatments may be taken.

Booking Your Treatment

Whether you would like to try Reflexolgy, Indian Head Massage, Reiki or Hopi Ear Candles, Calming Influences can provide a holistic service in their welcoming ground floor treatment room. To book a treatment or to ask for advice, please do not hestitate to e-mail or telephone