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Reiki
Reiki is a technique that reduces stress and improves relaxation , as well as promoting a full healing effect. Administered by "laying on hands" , Reiki 's meaning stems from two Japanese words - Rei which means "God's Wisdom or the Higher Power" and Ki which is "life force energy". Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit. It is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use.
Dr. Mikao Usui, the founder of the Reiki system of natural healing. He learned this healing art from a monestary in Japan, and later brought it to the western world, and believed that this was a healing gift that was meant to be spread through the whole earth. Predominantly for the purpose of promoting peace and harmony, which are nearly universal across all cultures. Its use is not dependent on one's intellectual capacity or spiritual development and therefore is available to everyone. There are three basic levels that Reiki practitioners undergoe (level 1, level 2, and master level 3).