What is Reiki?.

Reiki is a practice taught in several traditions. People describe and interpret their experiences in different ways.

Practice and tradition

A practitioner may rest their hands lightly on or near the body while giving quiet attention to a session. Some traditions describe Reiki in terms of energy. This is a belief within those traditions, distinct from an established medical explanation.

This course invites curiosity without promising a particular result. Reiki is not a substitute for medical care. You can explore the principles as prompts for reflection and decide what they mean to you.

What this course offers

Start with preparation, attention and the principles, then explore practical guidance at your own pace. Different teachers and traditions may use different words or approaches. A course page is an invitation to learn and ask questions, not a promise of a particular experience.

The principles can be approached as everyday prompts. Consider one that matters to you, notice how you respond to it, and leave room to revisit your understanding.

Choice and consent

Choose a comfortable position for your own practice and adapt or stop whenever you wish. Before practising with another person, explain what you propose and ask permission. Check in throughout; permission can be withdrawn at any time.

Further reading: NCCIH: Reiki.