Reiki changed my life in deep and insightful ways. When I first heard about it, I was curious but very skeptical. After my first session, I was all in! Reiki is a Japanese word meaning “universal life energy.” The practitioner is the channel for this beautiful energy. Reiki is a holistic healing method that helps the body’s own natural healing ability through energy flow balancing. Here are 8 reasons why I love Reiki:

A part of our own healing is to recognize negative thought patterns that are keeping us stuck in limiting beliefs.

Woman is holding a lit candle As we navigate the labyrinth of life, we often find ourselves caught up in its whirlwind. Our days are filled with responsibilities, commitments, and the needs of those around us. In this never- ending rush, we often forget one crucial person: ourselves. Today, I want to share with you a personal journey and the profound role that Reiki plays in helping people discover the importance of self-care and self-love. Journey to Self-Care and Self-Love

One of the reasons Reiki is ideal for seniors is its non-invasive and gentle nature. As we age, our bodies may become more sensitive and traditional therapies might not always be suitable. Reiki, however, involves the laying on of hands or hovering them above the body, without any pressure or manipulation. It's a soothing experience that can be adapted to each individual's comfort level.

Research has proven that women who seek out Reiki healing during their pregnancy report a nearly 100 percent reduction in their anxiety, 78 percent reduced pain, and 80 percent reduction in morning sickness. The benefits have been so profound that major national health hospitals like Johns Hopkins and the Mayo Clinic offer Reiki as a type of Complementary Alternative Medicine to women seeking additional support.

In the last few years, Reiki and other alternative healing forms of practice have grown in popularity as a complement to traditional Western medicine. The popularity and effectiveness of Reiki have increased so much that some hospitals are starting to offer Reiki, major news networks are writing feature articles on it, and someone you know is probably talking about their Reiki sessions. While Reiki is spiritual in nature, it is not a religion.

Want to know how to get the most from your Reiki session? Follow these tips to help the energy continue the healing even after your session!