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« on: September 29, 2007, 12:53:04 AM »

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by Phylameana lila Desy
 
Essential Reiki: A Complete Guide to an Ancient Healing Art
Author: Diane Stein

 Diane Stein's work gives a comprehensive look at the three levels of Reiki, offering help for the novice, the student, and the Reiki instructor. Her book is sectioned into three parts, the contents of each section coinciding with the three degrees of Usui Reiki, a traditional healing system.

Part one offers the story of Reiki, historically passed down over hundreds of years from healer to healer orally, along with its chronological time line. Reiki in general is defined, also shown are step by step hand positions for giving self-treatment, healing others and participating in group healings. A single page chart indicates probable emotional sources of given diseases or physical location of pain.   
Essential Reiki
 


Breaking with tradition in section two, Diane Stein, exposes the secretive Japanese Kanji symbols hidden from non-Reiki persons prior to her book's publication. This breaking of the rules initially caused controversy in the Reiki community of healers. Absentia healing and discussion regarding connections with spirit guide helpers is also explained. Separate Ki exercises for women and men are explored.

Part three serves as a manual for the Reiki instructor. The additional Master symbols beyond those given in Reiki II are shared. Tibetan Buddhist definition of all five symbols are summarized. The attunement process is fully explained from the view of the receiver as well as the one performing one.

Diane, a Reiki master/teacher since 1990, writes of her own experiences of teaching and passing attunements to her students. She is a respected teacher of women's spirituality and healing skills. This book was my introduction to Reiki and although I don't agree with the author on everything written in it based on my continued understanding of Reiki tradition, I do give the book merit overall. It opened doors for me.





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« Reply #1 on: September 29, 2007, 01:02:27 AM »

"Modern Reiki method for healing" by Hiroshi Doi, 
 Contents
Part I. This is Reiki-ho   - Reiki digest -
1. Reiki and Reiki-ho 
- "Hands-on healing"  is a natural healing method that has existed since ancient time 
- What is Reiki-ho? 
- Reiki is a Universal Energy 
- Reiki-ho is a way to make active use of the Universal Energy 
- Universal Energy is wave/vibration of Love  from higher dimension 
- What is wave of Love? 
- Universal Energy exists everywhere in the form of wave/vibration 
- Characteristics of Reiki-ho 
2. What's the structure of Reiki-ho? 
- Four steps that make Reiki-ho
- <Level 1> Opening Reiki channel 
- <Level 2> Enhancing Reiki Power and extending the use of Reiki 
- <Level 3> Reaching higher level of vibration of consciousness and being more creative 
- <Level 4> Becoming a Reiki teacher

3. Reiki History
-  "Mikao Usui", the founder of Reiki 
- translation of Usui Memorial (Epitaph)
- His pursuit in life and awakening at Mt.Kureha 
- Followers of  Reiki in Japan 
- Expanded Reiki worldwide through internationalization 
- Reiki re-introduced to Japan 
- My personal history of Reiki 
- Combining Traditional Reiki and Western Reiki 
- Reiki-ho, now and future 

4. <Level -1> Reiki healing basics 
- Preliminary knowledge of Reiki healing 
- Basics on use of hands 
- How to give a healing session 
- Aura cleaning 
- Basic 12 hand positions for healing 
- Reiki healing for yourself 
- Reiki healing for others 
- Reiki healing for plants and animals 
- Using Reiki for cleansing objects 
- Group Reiki healing 
- Reiki Circle 
- Other uses of Reiki 
- Making the most out of Reiki level 1 

5. <Level-2> Healing beyond time and space 
- Use of Symbols and Mantras 
- What are Symbols and Mantras 
- Three symbols 
- How to use 1st Symbol (Power) 
- How to use 2nd Symbol (Harmony) 
- How to use 3rd Symbol (Going beyond time and space) 
- Distance Healing 
- Healing to the past 
- Healing to the future 
- Reiki Box 
- De-programming technique 
- Making the most out of Reiki level 2 

6.<Level-3> Growing higher through the light from higher dimension 
- Maximized use of techniques learned through level 1 and 2 
- How to use 4th Symbol (Master) 
- How to get guidance from your higher-self 
- How to get connected to consciousness in higher dimension 
- Cleansed by light, growing through meditation 

7.<Level-4> Becoming a Reiki teacher 
- Qualification and roles as Reiki teacher
- On-going practice and teaching are vital 
- Teaching is the best way of learning 
 

Part II. Reiki Q & A
8. Frequently Asked Questions 
- Q1 Is there an official certification system for Usui Reiki practitioner/teacher? 
- Q2 Does anyone can learn Reiki and expect the same results? 
- Q3 What are the differences between Reiki and QiGong? 
- Q4 Why don't we need concentration or long practice to open Reiki channel? 
- Q5 How can we enhance our ability? 
- Q6 Do we lose energy when I give Reiki to others? 
- Q7 There is no worry about receiving negative energy? 
- Q8 Is Reiki a way of relaxation? 
- Q9 Can I learn Reiki on my own by reading Reiki textbooks? 
9. On Reiki history 
- Q1 Why hasn't Reiki spread in Japan until recently? 
- Q2 Why are there so many false stories about Usui-sensei? 
- Q3 How did Usui-sensei perceive Reiki? 
- Q4 What is the true teaching of Usui-sensei? 
- Q5 What are the five Reiki principles? 
- Q6 Why was Reiki re-introduced to Japan? 
- Q7 What are the differences between Western Reiki and traditional Usui Reiki? 
 

10. On Reiki techniques
- Q1. To what level of Reiki should I learn? 
- Q2. How can I develop the sense of Aura/Ki?
- Q3. What are the examples of the pure traditional Usui Reiki techniques? 
- Q4. Tell me more about symbols 
- Q5. What's the ultimate goal of Reiki-ho? 
 
Part III Techniques for Self-cleansing and Growth
11. Self-cleansing techniques with Reiki
- Reiki shower 
- Breathing of Light technique 
- Gassho Breathing technique 
- Chakra Breathing technique
12. Self-Growth with Reiki 
- Cell activation technique 
- "Nentatsu-ho" (Deprogramming) technique 
- Affirmation technique 
- Reiki meditation technique

13. Self Empowerment technique in "Modern Reiki" 
- Philosophy in "Modern Reiki" 
- Everything exists in the form of vibration 
- Vibration Breathing technique 
- Vibration Meditation technique 
- "Hatsurei-ho" (Combination of exercise/meditation for spiritual growth)
- Healing for self-cleansing 
- Techniques for developing sense of Ki 
........afterward excerpt

 C:  Essence of Traditional Reiki Ryoho and Main Techniques
  1. How to Obtain Reiki Healing Ability
  2. How to Improve the Ability
  3. Supporting Methods
  4. Guide for Enlightenment
  5. The Three Big Techniques
  6. Techniques Taught in Each Level
    (1) Sho-den (Level 1)
    (2) Oku-den Zenki (the former part of Oku-den, Level 1-1)
    (3) Oku-den Koki (the latter part of Oku-den, Level 1-2)
 D:  Essence of Gendai Reiki Ho and Main Techniques
 
   
   
   
   
 

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« Reply #2 on: January 29, 2012, 02:33:58 PM »

Anodea Judith
Eastern body, Western mind: psychology and the chakra system as a path to the self


In EASTERN BODY, WESTERN MIND, chakra authority Anodea Judith brought a fresh approach to the yoga-based Eastern chakra system, adapting it to the Western framework of Jungian psychology, somatic therapy, childhood developmental theory, and metaphysics. This groundbreaking work in transpersonal psychology has been revised and redesigned for a more accessible presentation. Arranged schematically, the book uses the inherent structure of the chakra system as a map upon which to chart our Western understanding of individual development. Each chapter focuses on a single chakra, starting with a description of its characteristics, then exploring its particular childhood developmental patterns, traumas and abuses, and how to heal and maintain balance. Illuminated with personal anecdotes and case studies, EASTERN BODY, WESTERN MIND seamlessly merges the East and West, science and philosophy, and psychology and spirituality into a compelling interpretation of the chakra system and its relevance for Westerners today.Revised edition of the groundbreaking New Age book that seamlessly integrates Western psychology and the Eastern chakra system, including a new introduction from the author.Applies the chakra system to important modern social realities and issues such as addiction, codependence, family dynamics, sexuality, and personal empowerment.

You can download the book here:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/65387341/Anodea-Judith-Eastern-Body-Western-Mind-Psychology-and-the-Chakra-System-as-a-Path-to-the-Self
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