Category: Choosing The Right Class

I Which Master Should I Learn Reiki From?

5/1/2019

"When the student is ready, the master appears," this quote attributed to Lao Tsu is carries great wisdom to us all the way from ancient Asia.

So the answer to this question is simple. When you are ready to learn Reiki, the right teacher will find you.

You will come across the master who is right for you and just at the right time.

If you struggling with not finding a Reiki style that resonates with you or if you can't seem to find a class that fits your schedule, or if you can't afford the training - whatever it may be that's preventing you from learning Reiki right now, don't let it worry it. It may simply be that it is not the right time.

Once you let go, and flow with what is relaxed and natural, you will be shown the way, you will be given the path, and the Reiki master will come before you without any effort.

You may find yourself overwhelmed by the multitudes of Reiki courses. How should you pick the one that's right for You?

Go with the Reiki teacher whose ways are resonating with you most. Don't force something that doesn't feel natural. If you are not connecting with a teacher or if something doesn't feel right, then you have your answer.

Approach this decision from a state of peace and love.

Also you've taken a Reiki class and feel that something is missing or that you are not certain of your Reiki ability after the training, then what is stopping you from learning more? If you feel that Reiki is (or can become) an important part of your life, then don't stop after just one class, keep learning, keep exploring.

In a practical sense, ideally you want to find a teacher who

has been teaching for a while and who is actively practicing Reiki
has a very short and clear lineage to Mikao Usui sensei, the founder of Reiki
it is very important to do the training in person (you can learn a lot through reading and in an online course, but you will not be able to fully gain Reiki ability or reach your maximum potential as a Reiki practitioner).
ideally your teacher should offer ongoing practice meetings so that you can continue learning from him or her beyond the basics taught during a Reiki seminar
learn from someone who is dedicated and passionate about Reiki
learn from someone who is continuously learning and not staying stagnant under the burden of the "Reiki Master" ego
learn from someone who wants you to succeed

If you can't find a Reiki Master near you, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly. I can do my best to find or recommend a Reiki teacher close to where you live.

With love and gratitude,

Dr. Maria Danilychev, MD

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How can I start practicing Reiki?

3/1/2019

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The first step is to learn Reiki.

Although you can learn about Reiki online and by reading books about it, there is no way to actually truly learn how to do it unless someone teaches you directly.

There is a wide range of Reiki styles available today, and a wide range of Reiki classes of varying durations and prices, some closely connected and others less connected to the original form of this healing art.

It is important to pick the style of Reiki that resonates with you.

Keep in mind, that Reiki is a hands-on healing practice from Japan, so it is a very much a Japanese healing art. It was developed by Mikao Usui in the 1920s. He created a very specific Reiki treatment method for body and mind, as well as a very specific way of teaching Reiki which included Reiju (often mistranslated as “attunement”) and hands-on training.

So if you’d like to learn Reiki similar to the way Reiki was originally taught and practiced by its founder your class should have the following elements:

It should be clearly connected to Japan
It should be simple and everything should make sense
It should include Reiju
It should be in-person (there is no way to have a distance Reiju)
It should include hands-on practice
It should have at least one other student for group practice
It should be taught by a person who has at least some experience as a Reiki practitioner (not someone who just learned Reiki)
It should be taught by a person who has a clear Reiki lineage connecting them to Mikao Usui (they should know who was the teacher of their teacher, and all the teachers before them, all the way to Mikao Usui)
It should be followed by regular practice meetings offered by your teacher to enhance your Reiki ability and to improve your Reiki technique
It should not be outrageously expensive (should not cost thousands of dollars)

This type of Reiki training may be difficult to find, but it is worth it if this is what you are drawn to. Jikiden Reiki is one of such styles, and you are always welcome to learn with me at the Jikiden Reiki Training Center at San Diego Reiki.

Of course, you may also be drawn to other styles of Reiki. There are literally hundreds of Reiki styles that have been either modified from the original or have been created from scratch in recent years. Some of those styles may include additional elements, such as Chakra clearing, crystals, guides, attunements, but may be missing some of the original teachings, or may be taught online.

You may also choose to learn more than one style of Reiki. You are the only person who knows what is right for you.

Once you complete your Reiki training, you should be able to start your own practice immediately. I would also recommend continuing utilizing your teacher for ongoing guidance and support even if you start practicing independently.

At San Diego Reiki I offer classes and workshops that help my students with information on how to start their own Reiki practice. You are always welcome to take advantage of those seminars as well.

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