Reiki News Summer 2003

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Honoring All Reiki Schools and Lineages

The Reiki News Magazine is a 80-page full color glossy magazine containing articles on every aspect of Reiki practice written by some of the most knowledgeable and experienced Reiki people on the planet. Below is a synopsis of the current issue.

Welcome . . .
to the summer issue of the Reiki News Magazine. Our purpose in publishing the magazine is to provide you with inspiration as well as new ideas and techniques so your practice of Reiki can be more fulfilling and beneficial - to you as well as those you treat. By calling on Reiki to guide this process and by continually searching for the very best writers and giving them the freedom and encouragement to produce their best work, we remain focused on fulfilling that purpose. Check the amazing list of articles below. This issue is both exciting and practical!

Here is a list of the articles in this issue:

Hiroshi Doi is Interviewed
by William Lee Rand

Hiroshi Doi is a leading authority on the practice of Reiki in Japan. His membership in the Usui Reiki Ryoho Gakkai places him in a unique position to access information about the original Reiki methods of Dr. Mikao Usui. His dedication to healing and preserving the Usui system of Reiki make him a valuable resource to the Reiki community. The interview answers many important questions concerning what takes place at Gakkai meetings and how Dr. Usui taught and practiced Reiki. According to Mr. Doi, the Gakkai is the only organization that teaches and practices Reiki in the original style as taught by Dr. Usui. Mr. Doi's background in healing and Reiki is also covered. Mr. Doi is a sensitive and conscientious healer and in this interview he adds greater depth of understanding along with many interesting details about Usui Reiki Ryoho.

Reiki In Hospitals
by Jeri Mills, M.D.

This new column focuses on how Reiki is being integrated into hospitals and clinics. In this issue, Dr. Mills describes her own experience in using Reiki in her Obstetrics and Gynecology Practice. The wonderful results she receives by adding Reiki to her practice along with the challenges she experienced in gaining acceptance for Reiki with the nurses and other doctors at her hospital are included. This new column will be helpful to those who are currently working in hospitals or clinics or would like to start.

Reiki Aura Clearing and Psychotherapy
By Karen K. Harrison, Ed.S., LPC, LMFT

Karen explains how she uses Reiki to improve the quality of her work and decrease the number of sessions necessary to produce significant healing and recovery for many of her psychotherapy clients. Karen states: "Aura clearing can quickly and easily release energetic blockages from all levels of the energy field, working more quickly than Reiki alone. These blocked patterns can be recent, from childhood, or even from a past life." She explains some of her patients' stories and the dramatic results this technique has helped her achieve.

Enhancing the Treatment of HIV/AIDS with Reiki Training and Treatment
by Robert Schmehr, CSW

This case report describes how one person living with AIDS successfully used a hospital based Reiki treatment and training program. His issues of depression, anxiety and substance abuse were addressed and he was able to return to work. According to quality of life and productivity assessments the patient is now thriving. This case demonstrates the potential value of integrating Reiki into conventional medical practice and points to the need for further discussion and research.

Reiki and Addictions
by Diane Shewmaker

Many in the world today live with great abundance. This can be a blessing, but it can also lead to unhealthy consumption and even addiction. Addictions enslave us and divert our time and resources into non-productive behavior. The ability to direct our behavior and form healthy habits is an important life skill. In this article, Diane explains addictive patterns and how to use Reiki to clear them. She gives an example of her own addiction to cigarettes and how she used a special Reiki technique to end the habit. The technique is clearly explained including how to use it on your clients. Other uses are given including how to use the technique to empower affirmations and create healthy habits. She also explains why it works based on recent brain research. This is a great article and addresses a very important topic.

Reiki and the Spine
by Walter Lübeck

The spine is the conduit though which important life energies flow. The seven main chakras attach to the spine and important physical energies flow along the spinal cord as well. Keeping the spine healthy and strong is an important part of healing as well as preventing illness. Walter explains the importance of the spine and describes techniques using Reiki along with healing stones, oils and affirmations to heal spinal related conditions.

Reiki and Yoga Mudras
By Cathy Dyer

Our cover story will interest many readers. Yoga, a method for self improvement as well as a path to the Divine, has been practiced for thousands of years. Yoga mudras are specific hand and finger positions, held for a period of time, used to create higher states of consciousness and promote well-being. While yoga mudras are powerful, adding Reiki energy makes them even more beneficial. Many who have done this have entered blissful states and experienced deeper levels of healing. This article gives specific instructions on how to do a number of important Yoga mudras. The photos make it easy to follow.

Kundalini Yoga and Reiki
By Laurelle Shanti Gaia

Kundalini yoga is another branch of yoga we visit in this issue. Laurelle provides understanding of this ancient practice as taught by Yogi Bhajan. This is a safe and effective method of working with Kundalini energy. This practice can be used to balance the glandular system, strengthen the nervous system, and create harmony and peace within the mind and emotions. Awakening Kundalini can also enable Divine visions and psychic gifts and open us to a spontaneous flow of words and knowledge infused with Divine wisdom. She explains how to blend Reiki energy into this ancient practice so that we can move more quickly toward peace and inner awakening. Several exercises are included.

The Matrix: Reloaded
Movie Mystic Review
by Stephen Simon

This is a review of the just released movie. It gives insight into its deeper meaning and how it applies to our spiritual lives. Stephen says: "This is a film that confounds, astounds, perplexes, and challenges us as viewers to see beyond the veneers of the matrix into the belly of the beast, into the core of our humanity. . . . .ask[ing] two eternal questions. Who are we? Why are we here? MATRIX: RELOADED revolves-no-SWIRLS! -around those eternal mysteries and provides provocative glimpses into potential answers. . ." Also reviewed is Bowling For Columbine, the Oscar wining documentary by Michael Moore. Chakras ratings are given for both movies.

Reiki Stories

These stories, sent in by our readers give real life validation to the practice of Reiki.  Many include people who had serious illnesses and before and after medical tests that confirmed both the existence of the condition and the healing. They demonstrate the miracle working power of Reiki and inspire us to develop our skill and use our Reiki. 

This is an exciting and valuable issue that will supply you with entertainment as well as quality information and instruction. If you have any suggestions on how the magazine could be improved, I'd be very happy to hear them.

The world is a wonderful place, filled with continual changes which bring with them a never ending supply of opportunities. May you grow in the ability to allow the wisdom of Reiki to guide how you create your life.

Love and peace to you and the world.

William Lee Rand,
President