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Q: Is reiki a religion?

A: Reiki is not a religion, but it is indeed spiritual.  The inability for some people in Western society to distinguish between spirituality and religion has caused much confusion when attempting to understand Reiki and other modalities like it.

We believe that Spirituality describes one's connection with the divine or source of all Universal energy, no matter what you call it. I.e. the universe, God, spirit, soul, or whatever you choose. The purpose of spiritual development is to improve this connection and see the divinity within yourself and all around you.

Religion provides guidance on how to develop yourself spiritually. It tells you what the divine looks like and gives you frameworks of texts, places of worship, and guides to support you.

You can be part of a religion and not have a spiritual connection. You can have a spiritual connection and not belong to a religion.


Q: What is your typical class size?

A: The size of our classes is often determined by the location at which the class is to be held, but it typically will range from 2 - 12 students in size.


Q: Will Reiki conflict with my religion?

A: We strongly believe that becoming more comfortable with Reiki will help everyone to better appreciate whatever their spiritual path may be. We have had students who are clergy of every major religion and they have agreed with this.


Here are some resources for Christians: 


http://www.christianreiki.org/



What Reiki isn't

Knowing what Reiki isn't is as important as knowing what it is:

  • Reiki is notreligious. Reiki is totally nondenominational. You can practice any religion (or none) and still use and benefit from Reiki. Reiki Founder Mikao Usui was influenced by the religions of his country, Shintoism and Buddhism. But Reiki isn't associated with any religion, and people of all faiths and beliefs are Reiki practitioners. Reiki isn't New Age either.
  • Reiki is notmassage or reflexology. Reiki is an energy-healing system and not a manipulative system (hands moving the body). Reiki is distinct from reflexology and massage. But Reiki is sometimes confused with other hands-on healing arts, especially reflexology.

What Reiki is

In short, Reiki gives you what you need, whether it's a release of tension or an energy boost, or both. To help you more fully understand what Reiki gives you, here are some terms used to describe Reiki:

  • Gentle: Reiki's touch is soft and light.
  • Harmless: Reiki can have only positive results.
  • Natural: You don't need any equipment or tools.
  • Healing: The highest level of healing is the goal of Reiki.
  • Balancing: Reiki will balance your energy levels.
  • Relaxing: The top reason to try Reiki is to feel the bliss of deep relaxation.
  • Energizing: If you're drained of energy, Reiki will revive you.

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