Reiki
Reiki reduces stress, improves relaxation and promotes well-being and balance on all levels. It is a method of natural healing which enables Universal Life Energy (the meaning of Reiki in Japanese), to be given through the practitioner. The practitioner will use their hands to direct the energy to the client’s body using the chakra system.
Reiki works on all levels: the physical, psychological, emotional, and or spiritual. It can be administered as a hands-on or hands-off treatment, with the client either seated or lying down. The client is always fully clothed.
It naturally gives relief to and breaks down stress. A build up of stress is very often the cause of many dis-eases. As a result Reiki also contributes to the client strengthening their immune system.
Reiki is a very powerful yet subtle and non-intrusive form of energy healing. It is about clearing and enhancing energy in line with the needs of our bodies and bringing the body, mind and spirit back into balance. Reiki energy is only positive and cannot do anything harmful.
One session or more of Reiki will generally help with most conditions, however regular sessions work well as a preventative (rather than curative) measure and lead to a healthier, happier life.
Benefits of Reiki 
- Improved levels of relaxation and lower levels of stress.
- Increased vitality, well-being and general energy levels.
- Detoxification
- Improved self-esteem and confidence
- Increased self-awareness and calmness
It also works well with many physical issues including:
- Insomnia and other sleep issues
- Sports injuries (it speeds up the healing process for muscles issues, cuts & even broken bones)
- Pain relief including headaches
- Problems with the digestive system
- And many more
Doug Buckingham is a fully qualified Usui Reiki Master/Teacher and Karuna Reiki ® Master. He is a Master Teacher Member of the UK Reiki Federation.
N.B.Olympic Silver medal cyclist Hayden Roulston attributes his success in recovering from a serious heart condition and subsequent Olympic success to Reiki. He even took his Reiki practitioner to Beijing with him.(Nice work if you can get it!)