Coping with stress and anxiety can be challenging, and almost everyone deals with this hurdle at some point in their life. One natural technique that many people turn to is reiki, a Japanese form of therapy that involves increasing what is known as the body’s “life force energy.” Once you get started with an experienced practitioner, you might notice a dramatic difference in how you feel. 

What You Should Know About Reiki

What Is Reiki?

Reiki is an ancient Japanese treatment thought to relax the body and heal many physical and mental ailments. Derived from the Japanese words “rei,” or “universal life,” and “ki,” or “energy,” the technique involves a practitioner putting their hands over the body to channel their life force to the client. This energy is said to “recharge” the client’s body, helping reduce bothersome symptoms and imbue a sense of calmness.

How Is It Performed?

The client remains clothed but might be asked to remove shoes and jewelry. Once the client lies on a massage table, the practitioner gently holds their hands directly above or on the body in a variety of strategic positions. There is never pressure placed on the body; a light touch is all that is needed. If the client has a particular injury or scar, the practitioner might focus more specifically on those. Otherwise, they’ll perform a whole-body treatment that might include cupping hands over the face, laying hands above the navel, and using a crisscross motion on the spine.

What Are Some Benefits?

Reiki can help people of all ages. The technique is often used to relieve anxiety, but patients experiencing ailments, such as minor headaches or cancer, might find that it helps with everything from pain to depression. While it’s not a substitute, it can be used in conjunction with medical treatment to achieve greater overall healing, mental clarity, and peace. Some clients have better sleep, increased energy, and an improved mood.

How Many Sessions Are Appropriate?

Reiki has a somewhat cumulative effect. Undergoing regular treatments can bring more consistent stress relief and help minimize the general aches and pains that afflict clients in their daily lives. Many consider it a natural part of their healthy lifestyles, similar to eating well and working out.

If you’re seeking anxiety relief and increased energy, you can trust Zoe’s Zen Time to help. Based in Shawano, WI, the company offers a range of wellness services that are designed to improve your lifestyle, spirit, mood, and health. Call (715) 304-6137 today to schedule a reiki session, or visit their website to learn more about their massage treatments.