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The Five Reiki Principles, also known as the Reiki Precepts or Reiki Ideals, promote spiritual growth, mindfulness, and inner peace. They were formulated by Mikao Usui as a framework for balanced living:
This principle encourages us to cultivate inner peace and emotional balance by refraining from anger, resentment, and hostility. It reminds us that anger often arises from attachment to past grievances or worries about the future. Letting go of these attachments and focusing on the present moment can bring calm and serenity.
We can apply this principle in our daily lives by being more conscious of our emotional reactions and developing mindfulness and composure. When encountering difficult situations or conflicts, we can pause, take a breath, and react with empathy and comprehension instead of responding with anger or frustration.
This principle reminds us to release worry and anxiety about the future and trust in life’s natural flow. It encourages us to focus on the present moment and have faith that things will unfold as they are meant to, without excessive worry or fear.
To implement this principle, we can develop a sense of trust and surrender and learn to accept things as they are rather than focusing on hypothetical scenarios or potential problems. We can also practice mindfulness through meditation, deep breathing, or spending time in nature to calm the mind and reduce worry.
This principle encourages us to appreciate the blessings in our lives, big and small, and focus on abundance rather than scarcity.
Practicing gratitude involves consciously acknowledging and appreciating the positive aspects of our lives, such as our health, relationships, and opportunities. We can cultivate gratitude by keeping a gratitude journal, expressing thanks to others, or simply pausing each day to reflect on what we are thankful for.”
This principle emphasises the importance of integrity, honesty, and ethical behaviour in our actions and interactions with others. It encourages us to approach our work and responsibilities with thoroughness, sincerity, and dedication to doing what is right.
To embody this principle, we should consistently behave with integrity and honesty in every part of our lives, including our work, personal connections, and daily encounters. Additionally, we can develop a strong sense of responsibility and ensure that we are always accountable for our actions, ensuring they align with our values and principles.
This principle reminds us of the interconnectedness of all living things and encourages us to develop compassion, kindness, and empathy toward others, ourselves, and the natural world. It invites us to recognise the inherent worth and dignity of every living being.
Practicing kindness involves extending compassion and goodwill to others in our thoughts, words, and actions. We can show kindness by offering a listening ear to someone in need, performing acts of service or generosity, or simply offering a smile or a kind word to brighten someone’s day. We can also practice self-kindness by treating ourselves with compassion and gentleness and recognising and honouring our needs and boundaries.
Incorporating the Five Reiki Principles into our daily routines can help us develop mindfulness, compassion, and inner peace. They guide us toward a balanced and harmonious life and promote personal growth and spiritual development within ourselves and the world around us. By living in alignment with our highest values and aspirations, we can lead a more fulfilling life.
Developing your intuition can be a profound journey of self-discovery, healing, and service to others. It represents our innate ability to tap into our inner wisdom, higher guidance, and the interconnectedness of all beings. Developing your intuition involves tuning into subtle cues, your sense of knowing, and the knowledge of the heart to navigate life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and authenticity. Here’s a detailed guide on how to develop intuition to help yourself and others:
Start by cultivating self-awareness through meditation, mindfulness, and introspection. Spend time in quiet reflection, tuning into your thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. Notice any intuitive nudges or gut feelings that arise, and pay attention to how they align with your deeper truths and values.
Practice heart-focused breathing, loving-kindness meditation, and heart coherence exercises to open, balance, and expand your heart centre. Cultivate feelings of love, compassion, and gratitude, allowing them to guide your actions and decisions from a place of genuine care and empathy.
Learn to listen to your inner voice, which may manifest as subtle whispers, intuitive insights, or gut feelings. Practice quieting the mind and tuning into this inner guidance through meditation, journaling, or simply by asking yourself open-ended questions and listening for the answers from within.
Developing intuition requires trust. You must trust yourself and the wisdom of your intuition, even if it contradicts logical reasoning or societal norms. To nurture trust, you should respect your journey and intuitive impressions and take inspired action based on them, even if it initially feels uncomfortable or uncertain. Remember, trust is essential for intuitive growth.
Nature is a powerful ally in developing intuition. Spend time in natural settings, such as parks, forests, or by the ocean, and allow yourself to connect with the earth’s energy and wisdom. Nature can help quiet the mind, open the heart, and attune you to the subtle rhythms and energies of the natural world, enhancing your intuitive sensitivity.
While intuition is a valuable tool, it’s important to practice discernment and critical thinking alongside it. Discernment involves distinguishing between intuitive insights and other mental chatter or ego-based impulses. Develop discernment by questioning your intuitive impressions, seeking validation when necessary, and being open to different perspectives.
Cultivate gratitude and surrender as you develop your intuition. Express gratitude for the guidance and insights you receive, and surrender to the flow of divine wisdom and guidance always available to you. Trust that everything unfolds as it should, for the highest good, and surrender any attachments to outcomes or expectations.
Intuition is a lifelong journey of learning and growth. Continuously seek opportunities to deepen your intuitive abilities through study, practice, and experience. Explore different cultural and spiritual traditions, healing modalities, and intuitive practices that resonate with you, and remain open to expanding your understanding and connection to the boundless realms of intuition and spiritual wisdom.
Finally, prioritise self-care and establish healthy boundaries as your intuition deepens. Take time to recharge your energy, nurture your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, and set clear boundaries to protect your energy and maintain balance. Self-care allows you to stay grounded, centred, and attuned to your intuitive guidance, enabling you to serve others from a place of strength and authenticity.
Find a quiet and comfortable space where you can relax and focus without distractions.
Begin with a gentle 4-7-8 breathing technique to instil a sense of connectedness between your body and mind. During this exercise, you will inhale through your nose for four seconds, hold your breath for seven seconds, and exhale through your mouth for eight seconds, emptying your lungs of air. You will repeat this cycle four times in total.
Now place the tip of your tongue on the tissue behind your top front teeth….
Inhale quietly through your nose for 4-3-2-1
Now hold your breath for 5-4-3-2-1
Exhale through your mouth, pursing your lips, for 6-5-4-3-2-1
Repeat this cycle a further three times.
Use the Kanji hand symbols one and two to activate and establish a connection with Reiki energy.
Now, envision a soft green light emanating from the centre of your chest. Visualise it growing in size and intensity with each inhale, gradually enveloping the entire area with its healing glow.
You can feel the light’s comforting warmth as it radiates throughout your body, cleansing and replenishing every cell with its healing energy, bringing a profound sense of peace and acceptance.
Feel your heart chakra expanding beyond your physical body, connecting with the universe and the world around you, becoming one with the vast, interconnected web of life.
As you bask in this tranquil glow, declare your intention to connect with your intuition and higher self. Repeat the following affirmation: “I am open to receiving guidance from my higher self and the boundless realms of intuition”.
Draw or visualise the Master symbol, Dai Ko Myo, in the air in front of you, repeating its name three times… “DAI KO MYO”, “DAI KO MYO”, “DAI KO MYO”… Feel the Reiki energy flowing through your body as you merge with the symbol.
Begin writing in response to your question without censoring or editing your thoughts. Let your pen flow freely as you allow your intuition and higher self to guide your hand. Write whatever comes to mind, whether thoughts, feelings, images, or intuitive insights.
Are you feeling resonance or clarity about certain ideas or solutions? Trust your inner wisdom, even if it doesn’t initially make logical sense.
Once you’ve finished writing, take some time to reflect on what you’ve written. Notice recurring themes, insights, or intuitive messages that stand out. Consider how you can apply this guidance to your life or decision-making process.
Repeat this exercise regularly to deepen your connection to your intuition and higher self. Over time, you’ll strengthen your intuitive abilities and cultivate a deeper sense of trust and alignment with your inner wisdom and guidance.
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Divine Reiki students have lifetime access to all twenty-one (completed) modules through their online accounts.
Exclusive access to all current and future Guided Tutorials, featuring Kanji 1, 2 and 3 and the Leading Hand positions, etc.
Twelve-Months access to our exclusive Guided Meditations library with unlimited access to new monthly content.
15% off our range of Eternal Sunshine Reiki Essentials, including essential oils and crystal healing bracelets.
This session represents the first step in the healing process, by affording first-time clients an opportunity to share their physical and/or emotional health and wellbeing concerns.
The Divine Reiki studio provides a safe and peaceful environment, within which to discuss any such issues, and allows me to answer any questions you may have regarding Reiki Healing.
Information concerning clients is strictly confidential and will not be disclosed to unauthorised persons. This obligation shall continue in perpetuity.
Simply blend 5 to 20 drops of your favourite essential oil(s) with a tablespoon of carrier oil (we recommend using Grapeseed or Argan oil).
Then gently swirl 3-5 drops of your favourite Eternal Sunshine blend into a warm bath to unlock the therapeutic benefits that pure essential oils have to offer.
For more information on safely blending Eternal Sunshine’s all natural essential oils, refer to our blending guide, accessible from this link…