In the Moment: The Reiki Experience
From the client perspective, the feeling of receiving Reiki healing is deeply relaxing and grounding. Imagine the blissful calm that follows a massage, but without the muscle soreness the next day. Reiki offers a blanket of stress reduction, making it effortless to be present and connected to your body.
Some Reiki practitioners hover their hands over the body, while others opt for light touch. I personally find light touch to be profoundly comforting—there’s something nurturing and kind about it. It creates a sense of trust and surrender, inviting the flow of energy to do its work.
The sensations vary with each session, even with the same practitioner. I’ve felt warmth, tingles, and a melting release of tension. At times, it’s been as though a bubble of energy pops near an injury site, releasing something that no longer serves me. Other times, I’ve walked away with an empowering sense of strength—like Popeye after eating his spinach.
Whatever the sensation, Reiki energy consistently “levels up” how I feel in my body, bringing relief, clarity, and a greater sense of well-being.
Why Reiki Works: The Science Behind Energy Healing
As someone who has walked the path of healing adrenal insufficiency (commonly called adrenal fatigue), I’ve come to understand how essential relaxation is for physical health.
The adrenal glands regulate the nervous system by producing hormones that respond to stress. In our fast-paced culture, many of us live in a constant state of “fight or flight,” which overworks the adrenals and disrupts the body’s natural balance.
Symptoms like:
Headaches
Digestive issues (like acid reflux, nausea, or constipation)
Irregular breathing
Anxiety and persistent nervousness
...are all signs of a deregulated nervous system.
Reiki promotes the opposite state: “rest and digest.” This happens through the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. When the body reaches this state, magic happens:
Heart rate decreases
Blood pressure lowers
Stress hormone levels stabilize
Scientific studies have shown that regular Reiki sessions provide real, measurable benefits for physical and mental health.
These include:
Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression
Enhanced immune function
Improved mood and emotional balance
Reiki isn’t just about energy; it’s about giving your body space to heal itself by restoring natural equilibrium.
My Personal Results: Reiki for Healing and Balance
Reiki has felt like a collaboration between my body’s innate wisdom and the flow of energy. It’s been a gentle but transformative catalyst, nudging me back into alignment in ways I didn’t even know I needed.
Here are just a few ways Reiki has personally supported me:
Improved Range of Motion: After struggling to walk barefoot due to tight Achilles tendons, Reiki brought significant relief.
Digestive Healing: I’ve seen improvements in acid reflux, bloating, and constipation. Reiki helped my digestion work with me again.
Relief from Anxiety: My mental health has flourished. I’ve gained confidence, released fears of imperfection, and embraced new experiences with more ease.
A Flow of Sustained Health: There’s a sense of upward momentum that I can’t fully describe. Reiki has raised my bar for health—feeling good makes me want to continue choosing what nourishes me.
To put it simply, Reiki has changed my relationship with my health. It’s not just about temporary relief; it’s about fostering lasting alignment.
Why Reiki May Be for You
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, physical tension, or the general stress of life, Reiki can offer a path back to balance. It’s an experience of receiving—a space where your body can reconnect with its natural ability to heal.
Key Benefits of Reiki Healing:
Reduces stress and promotes deep relaxation
Supports mental clarity and emotional stability
Enhances physical healing and overall well-being
Regulates the nervous system for long-term balance
If you’ve been curious about energy healing but haven’t yet tried it, Reiki is a gentle and powerful place to start.
Writing Ritual: Reflect on Your Well-Being
To deepen your connection to your own healing journey, try this reflective practice:
Set the Space: Draw a warm bath or set up an altar with an intention-infused candle like our Water ElementCandle.
Reflect with These Prompts:
How can I invite more balance and rest into my life?
Where am I holding tension or stress that no longer serves me?
What small, consistent steps can I take to support my well-being?
Journaling through these questions allows you to approach healing intentionally, honoring both your body and spirit.
Explore Reiki for Yourself
I believe that we are the creators of our own lives. When we take time to nurture our inner world, the outer world reflects that transformation back to us.
If you’re ready to invite relaxation, balance, and healing into your life, I encourage you to explore Reiki:
Book a Reiki Healing Session with a trusted practitioner.
Learn more about energy healing with resources like The Reiki Manual: A Training Guide.
Reiki has been a cornerstone of my healing journey, and I hope this gives you insight into what it can offer you.
Share Your Experience
Have you tried Reiki? What did it feel like for you? Share your experience in the comments—I’d love to hear how energy healing has supported your journey.
Xoxo, Peace
Erin
One of the things I love most about Reiki is that it feels like a big hug from the Universe, and that it is accessible and appropriate for everyone to receive, no matter what their current state of health is. It's so gentle and wonderful!