Basic Techniques and Hand Positions

Self-Healing

Positioning: Sit or lie down comfortably.

Hand Positions: Use the following hand positions, holding each for 3-5 minutes or longer if you feel drawn to:

Crown Chakra: Place your hands gently on the top of your head.

Third Eye Chakra: Place your hands over your forehead.

Throat Chakra: Place your hands on your throat.

Heart Chakra: Place your hands on your chest.

Solar Plexus Chakra: Place your hands on your upper abdomen.

Sacral Chakra: Place your hands on your lower abdomen.

Root Chakra: Place your hands on your pelvic area.

Feet: Place your hands on or around your feet.

Healing Others

Permission: Always obtain consent from the person receiving Reiki.

Intention: Set a clear intention for healing.

Hand Positions: Similar to self-healing, use the standard hand positions on the recipient, holding each position for 3-5 minutes.

Scanning: Use Byosen scanning by moving your hands a few inches above the body to sense areas of imbalance.

Reiki Symbols (Level II and Above)

Cho Ku Rei (Power Symbol): Increases the power of Reiki energy. Draw or visualize this symbol to enhance energy flow.

Sei He Ki (Mental/Emotional Symbol): Balances the mind and emotions. Use for mental and emotional healing.

Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen (Distance Symbol): Enables Reiki to be sent across time and space. Use for distance healing.

Dai Ko Myo (Master Symbol): Represents enlightenment and healing. Used in advanced healing and attunements.

Advanced Techniques

Distance Healing

Preparation: Center yourself and set the intention to send healing energy.

Visualize: Picture the recipient in your mind or use a proxy (such as a photo or a teddy bear).

Symbols: Use the Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen symbol to connect with the recipient.

Hand Positions: Perform the same hand positions as you would in an in-person session, focusing on the proxy or visualization.

Chakra Balancing

Preparation: Ground yourself and set the intention for chakra balancing.

Scanning: Scan the recipient's chakras with your hands to identify imbalances.

Hand Positions: Place your hands over each chakra, using the appropriate Reiki symbols to balance and harmonize the energy.