The knowledge that an unseen energy flows through all living things and directly affects the quality of health has been a part of the wisdom of many cultures since ancient times. The existence of the 'life force energy' has been verified by recent scientific experiments and doctors are considering the role it plays in the functioning of the immune system and the healing process.

Reiki, a technique for stress reduction and relaxation allows everyone to tap into an unlimited supply of "life force energy" to improve health and enhance the quality of life. The word 'Reiki' means spiritually guided life force energy, and is a technique for transmitting this energy to yourself and others through hands. Thought to have originated in Tibet thousands of years ago, Reiki was rediscovered by a Japnese Buddhist monk.

An amazingly simple technique to learn, the ability to use Reiki is not taught in the usual sense, but is transferred to the students by the Reiki Master. It's use is not dependent on one's intellectual capacity or spiritual development and therefore is available to everyone. It has been successfully taught to thousands of people of all ages and background.

The treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through you and surrounds you. Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit and creates many beneficial effects including relaxation and feelings of peace, security and well-being. Many have reported miraculous results. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use.

This book describes the systems of Reiki healing and is also a manual for those who have taken, or intend to take Reiki training.