What to Expect: Your Unique Journey Through Reiki Healing

Have you ever wondered what actually happens during a Reiki session? Whether you're receiving healing in person here on the beautiful Sunshine Coast or experiencing the profound effects of a distance session from the comfort of your home, the journey is deeply personal and often profoundly revealing.

Feeling the Flow: A Spectrum of Sensations

One of the most common questions people ask is, "What will I feel?" The truth is, there's no single answer, and every session is unique! For those with a more sensitive archetype, the subtle energies of Reiki might be immediately noticeable, almost like an inner whisper. Others might feel very little, or even nothing at all – and that's perfectly normal! Rest assured, whether you feel it or not, the energy is always working, guided by the practitioner's intention and the inherent wisdom of your own body. As practitioners, we can often feel the strength and flow of the energy, regardless of what sensations you might be experiencing.

Common Sensations During a Session

During a Reiki session, you might experience a wide range of sensations as your body and energy system begin to shift and align.

• Physical Sensations: These are often the most common. You might feel:

  • Warmth or Heat: A gentle, comforting warmth, sometimes intense, as energy flows to specific areas.

  • Coolness: Occasionally, a sensation of coolness can indicate energy moving or releasing.

  • Tingling or Pulsating: A gentle buzzing, prickling, or tingling sensation, especially in the hands or feet.

  • Lightness or Heaviness: A feeling of buoyancy or deep grounding.

  • Muscle Twitches or Spasms: These can be signs of tension releasing from the body.

  • Stomach Gurgling: A common sign of the nervous system relaxing and digestion improving.

  • Deep Relaxation: Many people drift into a state between waking and sleeping, or even fall into a light sleep.

• Visual Experiences: Your inner eye might become active:

  • Flashes of Colour: Brief glimpses of vibrant hues, often associated with different chakras.

  • Images or Symbols: Sometimes abstract, sometimes meaningful, these can be messages from your subconscious or spiritual guides.

• Emotional & Mental Releases: Reiki often brings emotions to the surface for acknowledgment and release.

  • Tears: It's common for tears to flow as old sadness, grief, or frustration are released.

  • Sudden Memories: Past events, sometimes long forgotten, may surface as your system processes and lets go of associated energies.

  • Emotional Waves: You might feel a surge of anger, joy, or peace – allow these feelings to pass without judgment.

  • "Shadow" Work: Sometimes, less comfortable aspects of ourselves, often called 'shadows', come up. This is a safe space for them to be seen and integrated, leading to greater wholeness.

    
    

Beyond the Veil: Psychic Phenomena During Reiki

Occasionally, a Reiki session can open doors to experiences that are truly profound and deeply personal, touching on psychic or spiritual phenomena. While not everyone experiences this, it's a beautiful aspect of energy work for those who do.

As a practitioner, I've had incredible experiences myself. I recall one particular session where I distinctly felt another hand on my forehead, separate from the practitioner's. In that moment, I had an absolute knowing that it was my father, who had recently passed away. It was an incredibly reassuring, loving, and comforting feeling, a profound confirmation of his presence and continued connection. These experiences are deeply personal and can offer immense comfort and guidance.

The Power of Subtle Shifts and Open Channels

While dramatic "big releases" can happen, true healing and progress with Reiki often come through subtle shifts over time. Each session works to gently clear energetic blockages, balance your system, and promote a healthy flow of life force energy. This continuous process of keeping your energy centres open and flowing is crucial for sustained well-being, both physically and emotionally.

Reiki is a journey of self-discovery, healing, and connection. Whatever you experience, know that it's exactly what you need at that moment.

Curious to experience these shifts firsthand? I invite you to schedule a session and allow yourself the space to reset and recharge.

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