[Reiki Healer Training Course] Level 1 Course Overview

Hi, I’m Neu, offering Reiki Healer Training Courses (Reiki Attunements) in the sacred mountains of Kurama, Kyoto—the birthplace of Reiki.

At Soul & Self, I offer Reiki training with a special focus on helping you connect with your true essence. Through this course, you’ll be guided to tap into the healing power within you, restoring balance to both your mind and body. Whether you're seeking inner peace or wishing to enhance your personal growth, this Reiki Level 1 course is designed to meet you where you are on your unique journey.

Reiki Level 1 is the first step in your journey of healing and transformation. It opens the door to a deeper understanding of how Reiki works, and how it can be used to heal not only yourself but also others.

In this course, we focus on grounding the teachings of Reiki into everyday life. It’s not just about learning techniques—it’s about connecting to the natural flow of energy within you, learning to harness it, and using it with intention for self-healing, emotional balance, and inner growth.

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The Reiki Healer Training Course I offer consists of three levels.

If you have never received a Reiki attunement, you will start by learning Level 1. After that, you will progress to Level 2 and then to Level 3.

In this article, I would like to introduce what you will learn in Level 1.

《Index》

• Reiki Healer Training Course Level 1 Overview

• Theoretical and Philosophical Aspects in Level 1

• Various Techniques and Practices Learned in Level 1

• What You Will Be Able to Do After Completing Level 1 of the Reiki Healer Training Course

Reiki Level 1 Course Overview

In Level 1 of the Reiki Healer Training Course, we begin by cultivating the fundamental healing ability through "hand-on healing" (お手当). This practice forms the cornerstone of Reiki, with a particular emphasis on “healing yourself.”

The process involves channeling Reiki energy to release the negative vibrations that may be affecting your physical well-being, allowing those energies to flow away and restoring balance. It is a healing method that helps cleanse the body and spirit.

In this first level, you will also learn to perform Reiki healing for others. However, the true focus at this stage is on "healing and purifying yourself." For only by healing ourselves can we truly extend that healing to others.

Moreover, by committing to daily practice of a technique called ‘self-healing’, your connection with Reiki will strengthen over time. This will form a solid foundation for the advanced techniques that will follow in Level 2 and beyond.

Theoretical and Philosophical Aspects in Level 1

In Level 1, we dive into the essence of "What is Reiki?"—exploring not only the fundamental aspects of Reiki healing but also its rich history.

We also reflect on the teachings that Usui Mikao Sensei, the founder of Reiki healing, treasured deeply. Central to his teachings is the "The Five Reiki Precepts," which are core to the Usui Reiki Ryōhō method. We also delve into "Anshin-Ritsumei," (安心立命) the state of inner peace and tranquility that Reiki healers aspire to achieve.

We will delve into how Reiki healing methods were transmitted to Usui Sensei, his character, and his life. We will explore what he thought, what he struggled with, and why he secluded himself on Mount Kurama nearly 100 years ago to practice and seek enlightenment.

There aren’t many Reiki schools that go into this level of detail.

However, understanding this background is crucial to grasping what Reiki truly aims to achieve, what state you are working toward as you practice Reiki, and what Reiki healing is all about. It is only with this deeper understanding that the true essence of Reiki becomes clearer.

Additionally, in Level 1, we will discuss important aspects such as the proper mindset for a Reiki healer, and what to focus on during healing sessions for yourself and others. These teachings are not only useful for those intending to become Reiki practitioners but are valuable life lessons that can transform anyone’s perspective, mindset, and approach to life, helping them see the world and their experiences in a new light.

Various Techniques and Practices Learned in Level 1

In Level 1, the focus is on the hands-on healing technique where Reiki energy flows through the pathways created within your body through the Reiki attunements, and out through your hands.

However, in addition to this simple self-healing technique, you will also learn various practices to enhance your connection with Reiki, strengthen the flow of Reiki energy within you, and expand your capacity to channel it. These include various breathing exercises, meditation techniques, and other practices.

For example, you will learn methods to align your energy (aura) with Reiki energy in the morning and evening, and breathing techniques designed to prevent you from resonating with negative energies by enhancing your connection with Reiki. You will also practice meditation techniques to activate the chakras and work on exercises that strengthen your intuition and ability to receive inspiration by activating your third eye.

Moreover, Reiki healing is not limited to humans; it can also be used for animals, plants, objects, and spaces. In Level 1, you will learn how to use Reiki in your daily life, including techniques for space clearing, dispelling negative energy, and healing animals and plants.

What You Will Be Able to Do After Completing Level 1 of the Reiki Healer Training Course

By taking the Reiki Healer Training Course, Level 1, you will be able to do the following:

• Use your own hands to heal your body.

• Use your own hands to heal those around you, such as family members, pets, and friends.

• Perform space cleansing.

• Balance the energy of food, drinks, and anything else that you put in your mouth or touch with your skin.

• Understand the guiding principles for how to live your life.

• Gain a deep understanding of what Reiki truly is.

• Consciously live in harmony with Reiki energy.

If you feel a calling to deepen your connection with Traditional Reiki and explore the ancient wisdom that flows from Kurama, Japan, I invite you to step into the transformative journey of my Reiki Healer Training Course.

This course is not just a training—it’s a path of inner healing, emotional healing, and profound personal growth. As you align with the timeless energy of Reiki, you’ll experience a shift in consciousness, guiding you toward your own Satori, or moments of spiritual awakening.

Whether you wish to deepen your own healing journey or explore the potential of sharing Reiki with others, this course will support you in unlocking your true potential and stepping onto a sacred spiritual path. The energy of Reiki flows through us all, and this course will empower you to harness it for healing, transformation, and self-discovery.

Explore the Reiki Healer Training Course and begin your journey here.

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