Healing Crisis – why you could be feeling worse after Reiki

Healing Crisis – why you could feel worse after a Reiki treatment Typically recipients of Reiki treatment leave the session feeling light, calm and relaxed, however on some occasions they may experience the complete opposite. Sometimes the practitioner will hear from clients that they experiences worsening symptoms after their treatment. Why is this? What isContinue reading “Healing Crisis – why you could be feeling worse after Reiki”

Can Reiki help to speed up recovery after surgery?

Research studies have shown that Reiki offers a number of different benefits, some of which may be beneficial to people who are recovering from a surgical procedure. Multiple research studies have explored the possibility of using Reiki to help patients who are preparing for or recovering from surgery. These studies have shown that people whoContinue reading “Can Reiki help to speed up recovery after surgery?”

Who was Dr. Mikao Usui?

Dr Mikao Usui was born to a wealthy Budhist family in 1865. As a child, Dr Usui studied in a Buddhist monastery where he was taught martial arts, swordsmanship, and a Japanese form of Chi Kung, known as Kiko. Throughout his education, Dr Usui had an interest in medicine, psychology and theology. It was thisContinue reading “Who was Dr. Mikao Usui?”

How Reiki works and what to expect during a treatment

Whether it’s the comforting touch of a friend’s hand resting on your shoulder or the warm embrace of a loved one, it’s clear that the power of touch is profound. In this edition of Wellness Wednesday, we delve deeper into Reiki – the century-old art of ancient touch healing said to be great in complementing Western medicine – with Singapore-based practitioner Stephanie Schueller.  What is Reiki? EstablishedContinue reading “How Reiki works and what to expect during a treatment”