The Sacred Benefits of Reiki Training

By Kristi L., Reiki Master & Guest Writer

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My name's Kristi. I've been studying Usui Holy Fire Reiki for four years and I've been a Reiki Master for two. I was in love with Reiki from the beginning; as a client receiving Reiki, I found it deeply relaxing! The insight I received during each session was very helpful and eye-opening. Lyndy, my Reiki Practitioner and teacher, explained how the Reiki energy worked, that it was always in support of my highest good, and how it always went to where it was most needed in my body. She also explained the use of crystals to help support and amplify the healing energy. Receiving Reiki was such a powerful healing experience for me that it made me want to know more about it. Aristotle's quote, “The more you know, the more you know you don’t know” summed it up perfectly for me. Deciding to receive the training was one of the best decisions I've ever made for myself.

I found the Reiki classes to be deeply therapeutic, profoundly healing,

compelling, and thought-provoking. The classes were filled with love

and compassion for myself and the world; they exceeded my expectations.

I took Reiki 1 and Reiki 2 about a year apart. They're often taught as an intensive weekend course or on consecutive weekends. Lyndy explained very deep concepts clearly and with great compassion. Her love for Reiki is obvious and infectious! I received personal attention and always felt safe to ask questions. The training was a combination of inner work, spiritual connections, and amazing experiences.

I felt a beautiful connection to the Universe.

I felt empowered.

I felt intense joy!

I learned the Usui Holy Fire Reiki method, which is a higher level of Reiki that continues to grow in strength within you and elevates you. I expected a technical course of history, hand placements, and a list of do's and don’ts; however, the course turned out to be much more than I had imagined. I quickly realized this was part of my spiritual journey, a spring board taking me to my next level. Classes were very in-depth on technical aspects with plenty of hands-on practice, but I also learned about the energy of the body, chakras, inner guidance, and our connection to the entire Universe. I learned Reiki symbols which strengthen the energy. I learned how to use them in sessions for myself, for others, and about utilizing them in my everyday life.

Reiki Levels

In Reiki level 1, the focus was on healing myself. I learned about the history and origins of this powerful healing modality, as well as about the energy system of the body and hand placements.

Reiki level 2 focuses more on healing others. It allowed for more practice time on hand placements and the flow of a session. I learned three Reiki symbols, their meaning, how to draw them, and how to use them in sessions and as a part of my daily life. We also learned about Distance Reiki, which was incredible.

Should you choose to advance to Level 3, Reiki Master, you will receive powerful healing experiences and learn two more symbols. The three days of training is more inner work, more trusting of your intuition, and other spiritual concepts that help you to understand your gifts and your place in the world. The manual you receive is an invaluable resource, containing step-by-step instructions on administering Reiki, as well as teaching Reiki to others.

Lyndy offers a Refresher Course of levels 1 and 2, which I took about a year after completing Reiki 2. It's the exact same course as Levels 1 and 2 but offered at a deep discount and taken with first-time students. You must have already taken Reiki 1 and 2 to be eligible for the Refresher. I found this course answered questions that had been on my mind and anchored the information I had received previously. Lyndy is always open to answering questions for clarity. The Refresher Course is not required but I found it very helpful. I met like-minded people and received new perspectives and experiences from them. I felt even more connected to the Reiki energy!

The benefits of having Reiki training are immeasurable:

• Once you receive the Reiki attunement/placement, it's forever within you and gets stronger with time!

• Being able to administer Reiki to yourself is empowering, giving you the ability to help yourself heal.

• Reiki can be administered to friends and family, helping them along their healing journey.

• Just like for humans, Reiki can help your pets and other animals with anxiety, pain management, and relaxation.

• Reiki can be given to your houseplants, garden, trees, and nature.

• You can Reiki your food, water, or coffee prior to consuming, with intentions to support and heal your body.

• You can send Reiki during natural disasters and world events to ease the suffering.

• You can open a Reiki business.

• Reiki training is a profound gift to yourself!

Reiki training does not make someone a healer, rather you become

the conduit or portal for the healing Reiki energy to pass through.

You become a safe space to allow a person to receive the energy

and help the body heal.

Reiki places spiritual awareness and intentions into our everyday routines and actions.

Learning Reiki was a sacred gift to myself and personally healing. If you would like to read more information on classes, click here. If you have questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Lyndy via email here. (Scroll all the way to the bottom until you see "Let's Connect.")

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About Our Guest Writer:

Guest Writer Kristi L. has been studying Reiki since February 2022. She became a Reiki

Master in June 2024. She loves finding ways to incorporate Reiki into her daily life. She has

always loved to write and has had articles published in the local paper. She enjoys learning

about natural healing and has recently started watercolor painting. She loves to travel!