The Japanese art of Reiki : a practical guide to self-healing

Reiki techniques originated in Japan, in an intensely spiritual period of that country's history. This fully-illustrated book traces the system's evolution from a spiritual self-development system to a direct hands-on practice. The journey moves from Japan to the USA, out to the world, and back to Japan. Focussing on the basic elements in their historical context, this guide contains beautifully grounded information that captures a unique sense of the system's traditional Japanese roots. The clarity and accessibility of the teachings in the book redefine and strengthen the concept of Reiki as it is practised today. Preface Introduction List of Techniques The Power of Self-healing The Emergence of the System of Reiki The Three Diamonds The Effect of Reiki Discovering Reiki The Five Elements Gokai - Five Precepts Kokyû Hô - Breathing Techniques Tenohira - Palm-healing Jumon and Shirushi - Mantras and Symbols Reiju - The Blessing Practicing Reiki Choosing a Reiki Course Developing a Regular Routine Self-healing, a Way of Life Appendices Glossary of Japanese Terms Japanese Reiki Precepts Waka Further Reading Bibliography Notes Index Practitioners of the system of Reiki need to have a solid understanding of the system and the confidence to work within it. This is the first practical Reiki book from the traditional Japanese perspective. A practical Reiki book from the traditional Japanese perspective