Reiki is a Japanese technique that uses energy exchange to revitalize and harmonize the body, using the hands as the source of this energy to promote well-being, happiness and serenity.
In order to practice Reiki, it is necessary to develop the consciousness and the feeling of unconditional love, so that you move from one person to another, a type of good energy, which has the following objectives:
- Reduced stress and anxiety;
- Hormonal balance and decreased stress symptoms;
- Reduction of toxins from the body;
- Emotional balance;
- Increased creativity;
- Increased calm, tranquility and serenity;
- Increased self-control;
- Decreased impulsivity;
- Strengthening of the immune system;
- Decreased symptoms of depression and panic syndrome.
Reiki is part of the set of bioenergetic therapies, which are techniques of exercise and breathing to activate the energy flow of the body, causing benefits to the body and mind, such as raising awareness, improved thinking and behavior.
What can be treated by Reiki
Due to the benefits, Reiki can be used as complementary therapy health problems such as:
Anxiety and depression
This technique can be an excellent ally for the treatment of anxiety due to the relaxation and well-being it provides. In this way, stress symptoms are relieved, promoting a sense of inner peace and calm, which, too, can have benefits for improving depression and PMS symptoms.
Chronic pain
The relaxation produced during the practice of Reiki contributes to the reduction of stress levels, which improves muscular tension and fatigue. In this way, there may be improvement of muscle and headaches, reducing the need for the use of analgesic tablets, for example.
Insomnia
The sense of well-being increases the release of hormones like serotonin and endorphin, which are excellent allies to ward off insomnia. In addition, Reiki causes relaxation, which also acts for a better night's sleep.
Benefits of Reiki in Pregnancy
The relaxation and calmness provided by Reiki can be very useful during gestation as it can reduce the common insecurity and stress in this period, and provide a calmer birth.
In addition, stress management decreases the production of negative hormones, such as cortisol and adrenaline, which can lead to increased blood pressure, preeclampsia, and increase the risk of preterm delivery.
When not to do Reiki
This practice should not replace treatments prescribed by the doctor, such as for depression, high blood pressure, diabetes or asthma, for example. Reiki should be used for relief from minor problems, and as a way to aid in the treatment of illnesses, and therefore should consult the general practitioner or doctor accompanying the disease before starting this type of therapy.
