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Reiki and Relief from Stress and Anxiety
One of the most common questions I receive as a Reiki Master, is whether Reiki can assist with stress. This is probably because stress is one of the most common ailments affecting people today. The answer is a resounding "Yes".
When we are stressed our sympathetic nervous system is activated - that is, our Fight/Flight response. Adrenaline flows, our heart rate quickens, digestion slows, and all available energy is diverted to "fight" the danger or run from it. This is not a problem of course, if there truly is a danger, we can then deal with it in the most appropriate way.
However, most of our stresses these days are more mental/emotional stressors. The body's response is the same, but as the adrenaline is not used in a physical manner, it continues to flood our system , and can lead to adrenal fatigue or burnout in extreme cases. Mostly you'll find you just don't seem to be as healthy as you were. Feeling run down, lacking in energy and more likely to succumb to the bugs going around your workplace. Our digestive system and the body's ability to heal itself are suppressed, which also causes problems. Our "little niggles" grow.
This is where Reiki can help. Reiki serves to revert our system to Parasympathetic dominance - rest and restore mode. Our heart rate slows to normal, our digestive system is back in action and our body's innate self healing mechanisms are activated. We are then able to digest, and assimilate vital nutrients more effectively, we sleep better and our overall energy and vitality are increased. We are also able to fend off the "workplace bugs".
After just a couple of sessions, those suffering from the effects of stress, are calmer, more focused, and better able to hear their own guidance, finding ways to manage their stressors on a more regular basis. As they spend more time in rest and restore mode, they seem to find even more time to do just that, living a much more balanced and healthy life.
When we are stressed our sympathetic nervous system is activated - that is, our Fight/Flight response. Adrenaline flows, our heart rate quickens, digestion slows, and all available energy is diverted to "fight" the danger or run from it. This is not a problem of course, if there truly is a danger, we can then deal with it in the most appropriate way.
However, most of our stresses these days are more mental/emotional stressors. The body's response is the same, but as the adrenaline is not used in a physical manner, it continues to flood our system , and can lead to adrenal fatigue or burnout in extreme cases. Mostly you'll find you just don't seem to be as healthy as you were. Feeling run down, lacking in energy and more likely to succumb to the bugs going around your workplace. Our digestive system and the body's ability to heal itself are suppressed, which also causes problems. Our "little niggles" grow.
This is where Reiki can help. Reiki serves to revert our system to Parasympathetic dominance - rest and restore mode. Our heart rate slows to normal, our digestive system is back in action and our body's innate self healing mechanisms are activated. We are then able to digest, and assimilate vital nutrients more effectively, we sleep better and our overall energy and vitality are increased. We are also able to fend off the "workplace bugs".
After just a couple of sessions, those suffering from the effects of stress, are calmer, more focused, and better able to hear their own guidance, finding ways to manage their stressors on a more regular basis. As they spend more time in rest and restore mode, they seem to find even more time to do just that, living a much more balanced and healthy life.
Reiki in Pregnancy
A Reiki Session is completely safe to experience while pregnant. In fact it is very beneficial for both the mother and unborn child. Reiki is gentle, non-intrusive and extremely relaxing.
Some of the benefits of Reiki in Pregnancy include:
If the father or birthing partner is attuned to Reiki, then it can be used during the labour and childbirth also to:
Reiki sessions are generally shorter in pregnancy but it really depends on the comfort level of the client. Reiki courses can be arranged for couples wishing to learn together. Contact me for more information.
Some of the benefits of Reiki in Pregnancy include:
- Relief of exhaustion and nausea
- Pain relief for a stretching body
- Relaxing and reviving thereby increasing energy levels
- Improved sleep
- Relief from indigestion as it relaxes the gastro-intestinal tract
- Reduces worries and anxiety around the birth
- Serves to increase the bond between mother and child
If the father or birthing partner is attuned to Reiki, then it can be used during the labour and childbirth also to:
- Assist in keeping the mother relaxed and calm
- Provide pain relief
- Keep the atmosphere welcoming and calm for the baby's arrival
Reiki sessions are generally shorter in pregnancy but it really depends on the comfort level of the client. Reiki courses can be arranged for couples wishing to learn together. Contact me for more information.
Reiki and Surgery
Reiki is a wonderful modality to speed recovery after surgery. Reiki balances the body bringing about deep relaxation allowing the body to better facilitate it's own healing.
With Reiki it is possible to:
During the initial recovery after surgery, I am able to treat you either in hospital or in your own home. For a case study see here.
With Reiki it is possible to:
- Lessen the after effects of an anaesthetic
- Assist with pain relief
- Reduce side effects from medications
- Increase general well-being
- Generally have you up and about sooner than expected
During the initial recovery after surgery, I am able to treat you either in hospital or in your own home. For a case study see here.
Reiki and Children
I find children are generally open to the energy of Reiki. It has been shown to help children with a broad range of things.
On a physical level, it can assist with recovering from illness and injury, and help to boost their immune system. On an emotional level, Reiki can assist with calming down after nightmares. It can also allow the child to process the bigger upsets better too. For example, when parents divorce, the death of a family member or pet, or dealing with trauma such as an accident or house fire. On the mental level Reiki can help with behavioural problems, even those stemming from Autism or ADHD.
If there are on-going issues it is helpful if one or both of the parents are attuned to Reiki, but for the smaller (in our eyes) issues one or two sessions would generally suffice. Children do not need long sessions either, generally half an hour at a time is the most that is required. Very young children can be held by their mother/caregiver for the duration of the treatment if needed.
On a physical level, it can assist with recovering from illness and injury, and help to boost their immune system. On an emotional level, Reiki can assist with calming down after nightmares. It can also allow the child to process the bigger upsets better too. For example, when parents divorce, the death of a family member or pet, or dealing with trauma such as an accident or house fire. On the mental level Reiki can help with behavioural problems, even those stemming from Autism or ADHD.
If there are on-going issues it is helpful if one or both of the parents are attuned to Reiki, but for the smaller (in our eyes) issues one or two sessions would generally suffice. Children do not need long sessions either, generally half an hour at a time is the most that is required. Very young children can be held by their mother/caregiver for the duration of the treatment if needed.