What is Reiki?

In this article we will consider the word "reiki" as a form of alternative medicine, and not from the point of view of the sphere of building materials. So, let's see what the reiki are.

Reiki is ...

Experts say that this technique can be characterized as: "healing by touching the palms." It can also be defined as a kind of "oriental medicine".

The international community refers this practiceto the category of healing. In our country, Reiki-therapy is not characterized as a medical activity and is not subject to licensing. It is perceived by professionals as a spiritual practice.

This current takes its history since 1922. Its inventor is the Japanese Buddhist Mikao Usui. In his understanding, the name "Reiki" or "Reiki" consists of two Japanese characters. In Japanese, "ray" means "the universe, spirit, soul," and "ki" means "energy, mind, mood."

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