Reiki is a form of alternative therapy commonly referred to as energy healing. It emerged in Japan in the late 1800's and is said to involve the transfer of universal energy from the practitioner's palms to their patient.
The word "Reiki" means "mysterious atmosphere, miraculous sign." It comes from the Japanese words "rei" (universal) and "ki" (life energy). Reiki is a type of energy healing.
Energy medicine aims to help the flow of energy and remove blocks in a similar way to acupuncture or acupressure. Improving the flow of energy around the body, say practitioners, can enable relaxation, reduce pain, speed healing, and reduce other symptoms of illness.
The healing effects are mediated by channeling the universal energy known as qi, pronounced "chi." In India, this is known as "prana." This is the same energy involved in tai chi exercise. It is the life force energy that some believe surrounds all of us.
Reiki is alleged to aid relaxation, assist in the body's natural healing processes, and develop emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.
This energy is said to permeate the body. Reiki experts point out that, while this energy is not measurable by modern scientific techniques, it can be felt by many who tune in to it.
It is also said to induce deep relaxation, help people cope with difficulties, relieve emotional stress, and improve overall wellbeing. People who receive Reiki describe it as "RELAXING EMOTIONAL HEALING”
Sound Baths are an ancient form of deep meditation that includes various ambient sounds played by an instructor. Your instructor during a sound bath uses a variety of different traditional crystal bowls, gemstone bowls, and gongs to create repetitive sounds.
These sounds are notes at different frequencies that help enhance and guide you through your whole meditative experience. While most people lay down in savasana (a yoga pose where one lays flat on their back) on mats with pillows or blankets during the duration of the sound bath it is up to the individual on how they would like to practice their meditation. Here is what is believed to be the best seven benefits of sound baths.
The sounds created by the instruments used during a sound bath are meant to activate the alpha and theta brain waves which are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states.
Heals your body by reducing stress and anxiety.
When You are able to access these brain states it develops a more conducive space for healing the body, heart, and respiratory rate.
Impact the human nervous system and decrease blood preasure.