Reiki 1st
Reiki 1st, also known as Reiki Level 1 or First Degree Reiki, is the initial stage of Reiki training, a Japanese healing practice that uses energy transfer to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. At this level, you are introduced to the fundamental concepts of Reiki, as well as how to channel energy to yourself and others for healing purposes.
Here are the key aspects of Reiki 1st (Level 1):
1. Attunements
In Reiki 1, you receive a series of attunements (also called initiations) from a Reiki Master. These attunements are said to open and activate your energy channels (also known as "chakras"), allowing you to tap into the universal life force energy (often referred to as "Reiki energy"). The attunements are a key part of Reiki training and are believed to enhance your ability to channel energy.
2. Hands-On Healing
The primary practice at Reiki 1 involves hands-on healing. You learn to use your hands to channel healing energy to yourself and others. This is done by placing your hands on or near a person's body in specific positions. The energy flows through your hands and is directed to areas that need healing, helping to balance the body's energy and promote physical and emotional well-being.
3. Self-Healing
One of the core elements of Reiki 1 is self-healing. You are taught how to use Reiki to heal yourself, clear any blockages, and balance your own energy. This practice is seen as crucial for maintaining your own well-being, which in turn helps you become a more effective healer for others.
4. Understanding Reiki Symbols
While Reiki 1 focuses mainly on the hands-on healing and self-healing aspects, some Reiki Masters also introduce you to basic symbols (though more advanced symbols are often covered in Reiki Level 2). These symbols are thought to amplify the healing energy and help you focus your intent for healing.
5. Healing for Physical and Emotional Issues
Reiki 1 practitioners typically use the energy to work on physical ailments (like pain or illness) as well as emotional and mental well-being (like stress, anxiety, and trauma). Reiki aims to harmonize the body's energy and restore balance to improve overall health.
6. Energy Awareness
As you practice Reiki 1, you'll become more attuned to energy and learn how to sense energy in others and yourself. Many people report feeling warmth, tingling, or a sense of calm when giving or receiving Reiki.
7. Ethical Guidelines
Reiki training also emphasizes the importance of practicing Reiki with integrity and respect for others. Practitioners are taught ethical principles to ensure the energy is used responsibly, with good intentions, and with the highest regard for the well-being of others.
In Summary:
Reiki Level 1 is all about learning to channel energy for healing through your hands. It's the foundation of the practice, focusing on self-healing and hands-on healing for others. After completing Level 1, many Reiki practitioners choose to advance to Level 2 (also known as Reiki 2nd or Second Degree) to learn more advanced techniques, such as distant healing and using symbols to enhance energy flow.
Reiki is generally considered safe and can be a valuable tool for anyone interested in holistic health practices or energy healing.
