Step-by-Step Guides
Usui Reiki
Allow us to briefly explain a few things, as many people still have their reservations about Reiki. "Rei" means universal life force, the energy all around the universe which essentially keeps the universe together; think about it, we are currently on a planet which is spinning in space, and what keeps it spinning, what stops the other planets colliding? That would be Rei, and "Ki" refers to the measurable energy each human creates; so, Reiki is the coming together of universal energy and our own. Our bodies have a natural ability to heal, otherwise a paper cut would never close, and a broken leg would never mend. One of the purposes of Reiki is to give your body’s ability to heal a boost, but it can also help in all areas of life, such as issues at work, issues in relationships, anything you need help with.
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Whether this is your first Reiki session, or you are very familiar, here are a few things to keep in mind:
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1. Sessions are not a substitution for medical advice or visits. None of the practitioners at The Phoenix Palace are doctors or psychiatrists.
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2. We do not provide healings for third parties, except for exceptional circumstances such as acute illness or an accident. We believe any Reiki which is not wanted will be distributed to those who need it, or returned to the Light.
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3. You do not need to be online or connected to your practitioner in any way during the session; you understand that this is a distance reiki healing session, and no physical contact will take place. As such, you hold The Phoenix Palace and it's employees harmless from any results.
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4. After agreeing a time and date for your session, you understand that session will go ahead unless we receive a request in writing from you beforehand to withdraw. In the event that we need to reschedule your session, we will let you know and arrange an alternative timeframe with you.
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5. Enjoy it! You are about to experience a beautiful journey with your higher self, and we are honoured to join you!
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As mentioned before, you do not need to do anything during the session, but some people like to meditate, listen to music, join in using the outline below, or sit in silence; do whatever you feel you want to do! You may want to try listening to something soothing, such as one of the videos in the Relaxation Room.
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Session Overview
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The general session will start by clearing your aura 3 times, while reciting the 5 Reiki Principles:
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Today, I will not worry.
Today, I will not be angry.
Today, I will be true to myself and others.
Today, I will give thanks for my many blessings.
Today, I will love all living things and myself.
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Then the focus is on cleansing and healing each chakra, from root to crown, and healing for your head, shoulders and back, waist, legs and feet, then your wrists. For the focused session, at this point the focus will be on your chosen issue, whether it be a chakra centre, an area of the body or your life. The session will end asking Reiki to form a protective and energizing shield around you.
The general session will take approximately 30 minutes, please feel free to join in with the session, such as saying the principles at the beginning, and/or visualizing the shield at the end... or just sit and enjoy it, it is completely up to you! During the session, clients can experience a range of things; changes in temperature, seeing colours, tingling, and for some the change occurs on a cellular level so they don’t notice anything, which is “normal” too, as those clients go on to experience things later.
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​After the session, we recommend drinking a non-alcoholic beverage to ground yourself, or engage in your usual grounding techniques. Your practitioner will check in with you just after the session, and 24 hours after the session, just to relay any messages and see how you’re doing energetically.
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Please let us know the colour of the walls of the room you will be in during the session, and the name of the country you are in to help visualise your energy. If you are unsure, feel free to book a taster session.
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Nikki is a certified Crystal Usui Reiki Master.
Crystal Usui Reiki
Crystal Usui Reiki has the ancient wisdom and spirituality of Usui Reiki, and adds the properties of crystals to boost the energy.
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Every crystal on the planet has it's own unique vibration, and it's own internal crystallized structure, both of which never change. Over time and research, these vibrations and structures have been linked to particular properties and as such, proven to be extremely useful in channelling specific energy into a specific situation. If you want to check it out for yourself, just Google the phrases above and see what you learn!
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Crystal Usui Reiki isn't just about the spiritual, it's also about science, shapes and symbols; by utilising the shape of an object (Google "Platonic Solids") and ancient symbology, a crystal grid can be created specifically for you and your situation. For example, if you wanted to expand your understanding of something, you might request the Fibonacci Spiral, or if you want to release stress and connect with your higher self, you could ask for the Metatron's Cube. Your symbol and shape will depend on your intentions, what you want to happen; after selecting the symbol, the unique vibrations of crystals which will enhance your goal will be added to the grid.
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A Crystal Usui Reiki general session is just like a Usui Reiki general session but with the additions of crystals and a grid for your symbol. For a focused session, after conducting the general session, the focus is then on your request, then the session ends with the shield.
Chakra Alignments
Chakra alignments are about the 7 energy centers in the body; the Root (Muladhara), the Sacral (Svadhisthana), the Solar Plexus (Manipura), the Heart (Anahata), the Throat (Vishuddha), the Third Eye (Ajna) and the Crown (Sahasrara).
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These energy centres are located in different areas of the body, and correspond to different areas in every human system (nervous system, skeletal system, etc.), which can sometimes also affect different areas of life. An alignment not only helps to open, cleanse and recharge these centres, it can also show you any areas which need your attention; maybe you need a little self-love, perhaps you need to heal something old or new, or maybe you just need to introduce a little self-care into your daily routine.
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A general alignment starts at the Root up to the Crown, cleansing and recharging each chakra in turn. The Specific alignment starts with 20 minutes on your chosen chakra, opening and scanning for blockages, cleansing and purifying the centre, assessing the effect in life and beginning the healing process.
