Reiki Is...

If you type ‘What is Reiki’ into a search engine, you will receive lots of definitions, all based around the same idea: ‘a form of energy healing that involves the gentle placement of hands on or near the body to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being…’

That’s great - perfect even.

But ask yourself the question - What is Reiki?

And then ask yourself again.

And again.

And again.

What answers do you receive?

Here are some of the responses we received when we asked the question. Reiki is...

• a Japanese healing technique for stress reduction and relaxation.

• the universal life force energy channeled through the hands.

• a gentle, non-invasive energy healing method.

• a spiritual practice that supports overall wellness.

• a way to balance the body’s energy systems.

• a complementary therapy used alongside traditional medicine.

• a tool for self-care and personal growth.

• an intuitive healing art.

• about creating space for natural healing to occur.

• a journey inward toward peace and stillness.

• a practice of compassion and presence.

• a means to support emotional healing.

• a connection between practitioner and recipient through energy.

• a calming practice for anxiety and stress.

• a technique that promotes harmony and balance.

• a sacred, meditative practice.

• often used to aid spiritual development.

• a reminder of the body’s ability to heal itself.

• a way to reconnect with inner peace.

• a practice rooted in love and light.

• suitable for people of all ages and beliefs.

• a holistic approach to health.

• an act of kindness toward yourself and others.

• a practice that transcends language and culture.

• a path to deep relaxation and rejuvenation.

• often described as a warm, soothing energy.

• a valuable support during times of transition or grief.

• an ancient practice shared through modern hands.

• a source of insight and clarity.

• a doorway to inner wisdom and healing.

Reiki is the glue that holds us together, stitching soul to soul, heart to heart, energy to energy. ~ Carolina, The Soul Coach

Or, more simply, Reiki is...

• Healing

• Energy

• Peace

• Light

• Balance

• Love

• Support

• Stillness

• Flow

• Connection

• Transformation

• Awareness

• Awakening

• Clarity

• Grounding

• Release

• Presence

• Wholeness

• Trust

• Harmony

• Intuition

• Renewal

• Strength

• Serenity

• Compassion

• Purification

• Meditation

• Alignment

• Empowerment

Reiki is magical - a current of light flowing through us, reminding us we are never alone. ~ Carolina, The Soul Coach