Reiki

Reiki (pronounced ray-kee)is a traditonal Japanese method of hands-on healing and self-improvement. It has roots in Tendai Buddhism, Shinto and traditional Japanese medicine. Although Reiki is primarily about personal healing and wholeness, an added benefit of Reiki training is your ability to also help others. As a hands-on method of healing, Reiki involves the practitioner offering ki (bio-energy) to the fully clothed recipient through the hands and through intent.

Komyo Reiki (the style taught at LAKESIDE RETREATS) was founded by Hyakuten Inamoto an independent Buddhist monk. Inamoto’s training came originally from Mikao Usui who began the practice of Reiki in the early 20th century. Komyo means “bright light”. Komyo Reiki places emphasis on personal spiritual transformation or Satori- through Reiki practice.

Level 1 Reiki covers the basic history and knowledge of Reiki, the five precepts for daily living, some meditations, and hand positions for treating self and others. It also includes 4 reiju (attunements) from the Master teacher as well as many opportunities to practice what you have learned.

Level 2 covers the first three shirushi (symbols) and their jumon (mantras) and how to use them, as well as more meditations and techniques. One of these symbols teaches you how to connect through Reiki with someone who is not physically present at the time. It also includes 4 reiju.

Level 3 covers the fourth symbol and mantra and how to use it. Deeper spiritual teachings begin to make more sense at this point and become more a part of your daily living.

Level 4 is a longer one-on-one apprenticeship with the Master in order to become a teacher in your own right.