Karuna Reiki

Karuna, according to Reiki.org, is a Sanskrit word that loosely translated, means compassionate action, in “[diminishing] the suffering of others.” Some people say that Karuna Reiki is more powerful than Usui Reiki, but in order to take Karuna training you must already be a Reiki Master.

Karuna Reiki is broken down into two attunements with four master symbols and eight healing symbols. Each of the Karuna Reiki symbols has its own distinct healing benefits, from letting go of events that happened in the past, to stopping negative patterns, filling the client with love and balance, and grounding.

Karuna Reiki is said to work at a deeper level and requires many hours of preparation and learning, in order to become proficient. Some practitioners report a more spiritual feeling, associated with experiences where they are sensitive to their guides, angels or higher self.

Karuna was developed in the late twentieth century by William Rand, the founder and director of the International Center for Reiki Training, in Southfield, Michigan. Calling his technique the Reiki of Compassion, he stresses that Karuna Reiki is not a substitute for Usui Reiki, but rather an additional technique, with a different intent. It is accompanied by chanting and toning the names of its symbols, which is said to deepen the healing effect.

I found an interesting article about Reiki and Christianity that might be of interest to some of my readers.  It was written by Marcia Backos at ChristianReiki.org.

Should Christians Practice Reiki?

If you are a Christian and you are wondering if Reiki is something that you should investigate, Backos’ article (see above link) provides a very helpful look at why Christians are increasingly drawn to this healing modality.

The problem that most believers find with Reiki is that it has Eastern origins, and the majority of Reiki healers would call themselves “spiritual” rather than Christian. A large number of Reiki masters are Buddhists (although many Buddhists will insist that it is a philosophy, and not a religion–therfore it is possible in their eye for Christianity and Buddhism to co-exist). Further reasons a lot of Christians are hesitant to want to learn about Reiki are that it has a certain “New Age” connotation; many Reiki healers are of the camp that believes in a Christ-consciousness instead of a personal, living Christ that died on the cross and is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.

It is understandable that Reiki has a questionable nature, given the above, but for those people who are curious about Reiki, Backos several examples from scriptures that might provide a hopeful chance to change popular Christian opinion.

She writes, “Thoughtful, committed Christians seek accurate information and pray for guidance as part of deciding whether to adopt the practice of Reiki into their lives….By reading, seeking those who have given or experienced Reiki, and praying for insight and guidance, Christians can make decisions about how Reiki and other alternative healing methods might play a role in their lives. It’s important to keep in mind that while many Christians have found Reiki to be a spiritually fulfilling practice, it is not necessarily for everyone….Christians who have a solid foundation in their faith know that God will always protect and guide them. Those Christians who practice Reiki do so within the guidance and protection of God secure in the belief that they have been guided to follow Jesus’ example to be a healer.”

Reiki practitioners have long cited Jesus’ healing ability, and also the Christian tradition of laying on hands as evidence that it is not only a legitimate and REAL phenomenon, but also that it is not an immoral idea.  However, sometimes Christians are afraid that scriptures can be taken out of context and the meanings twisted into something that does not mesh well with a fundamentalist’s world view.

If you are interested in researching this matter further, check out the site above, and be sure to look at John 14:12, I Corinthians 12:4-31, Matthew 8:14-15, Mark 1:40-42, Luke 4:38-39, as well as the other passages mentioned in the article.

Whether or not you decide Reiki is right for you, it is important that you examine the Gospels and pray for wisdom in your decision.  If you are called to be a healer, Reiki might be one way for you to develop your gift. Comments are welcome.

As many as 2000 years ago, the Chinese were using acupuncture to bolster fertility in both men and women.  These days, the trend is become more and more popular.

Although many Western doctors attempt to discourage the belief that acupuncture has any effect on fertility, we believe it IS effective because it can increase circulation to the reproductive organs, boost the production of neurotransmitters, and reduce stress by stabilizing the nervous system.

Another interesting fact is that a lot of people are using Reiki in conjunction with the acupuncture treatments in order to further increase the chances of not only conception, but also a healthy pregnancy.

Skeptics assert that the only true benefit gained from Reiki are the relaxation that it causes in the recipient.  But many doctors will tell you that increased relaxation and the reduction of stress are two very important factors of a healthy pregnancy.

The better shape the woman’s body is in, and the more balanced her energy, the happier and healthier her baby will be, both in the womb, and after being born.

If your loved ones are considering hormone therapy or fertility pills to help induce a pregnancy, you might want to mention that a combination of acupuncture and Reiki would be cheaper, faster, and healthier for the body.