Reiki

Reiki is a Japanese technique for healing, stress reduction and relaxation. It was developed by Mikao Usui in 1922; however, it has been practiced for more than 2500 years.

The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words: Rei, which means God's Wisdom or the Higher Power, and Ki, life force energy. In other words, Reiki is the "spiritually guided life force energy."

Reiki is administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive.

It is believed that energy can stagnate in the body where there has been physical injury or even emotional pain. In time, these energy blocks can lead to a low life force energy, which might cause stress and illness. If this energy is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy.

Reiki practitioners aim to improve the flow of energy and remove blocks to enable relaxation, relieve pain, speed healing, and reduce other symptoms of illness. It also works in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.

The ability to use Reiki is not taught in the usual sense but is transferred to the student during a Reiki class. This ability is passed on during an "attunement" given by a Reiki master and allows the student to tap into an unlimited supply of "life force energy" to improve one's health and enhance the quality of life.

Sedef Şener received her initiation to Reiki first degree in October 2018 from Sabiha Betül, who was initiated as a Reiki master by Horst and Edith Günther.