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.