Reiki originated in Japan in the early 20th century. The practice was developed by Mikao Usui, Who was inspired by his study of various spiritual practices and Ealing traditions, including Shintoism, buddhism, and Taoism.

Usui claimed to have received the knowledge and ability to practice Reiki during a spiritual awakening, he experienced whilst meditating on a mountain in Japan. He then spent the rest of his life teaching and sharing Reiki with others. The practice later spread to the western world, where does continue to evolve and adapt over time.

Usui Developed the Reiki healing Technique after spending many years, studying, ancient texts, as well as three Meditation and personal experiences. after spending many years, studying, ancient texts, as well as through meditation and personal experiences. It has been said that he embarked on a 21 day fast and a meditation retreat on the MountKurama In Japan, whilst up there, he received a spiritual awakening and the ability to use healing energy. He then dedicated the rest of his life teaching and sharing with others

 

His approach was based on the belief that healing energy flows through the hands of the practitioner and can be used to promote healing and balance in the body, mind, and spirit.

Reiki, healing overtime has undergone several modifications. The original healing system is usually referred to as Usui reiki reojo, And it is still practising some traditional settings. However, over time, Reiki has undergone significant changes with various practitioners and teaches, adding their own interpretations and methods. Despite these variations, all Reiki practitioner, sure the fundamental belief in the universal life force energy and the potential for Ealing through it’s challenging.