Reiki with Rose

I am sure I've reacted
so positively, openly and energetically to the
attunements due to the
caring way in which you 'delivered' them.
fhn

I wanted to thank you
again for opening the
world of Reiki to me.
There is no doubt in my
mind or spirit that
this is something that
will change my life.
dk

Reiki

What is Reiki?

Reiki Energy Healing is a form of hands-on healing practice used to promote physical and psychological well-being in the user developed by Dr. Mikao Usui in Japan in the early 20th century. Since coming to America in the mid 1900s, it has become a popular form of complementary and alternative medicine. It has also become increasingly more mainstream. "Reiki is used in more than 50 major hospitals and clinics throughout the United States and is a good candidate for more because it is non-invasive and poses little threat to patients," according to a literature review published August 2005 in the journal of Orthopaedic Nursing.

Is it effective?

Reiki has attracted the attention of the National Institutes of Health. Studies funded by the NIH are looking at the effect of energy work on joint disorders, wrist fractures, cardiovascular health, cancer, wound healing, neonatal stress, pain, fibromyalgia and AIDS. Some studies have suggested positive effects on various orthopedic conditions, including fractures, arthritis and injuries to the muscle and connective tissue.

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Who should study Reiki?

Reiki is not just for professionals, although it has become a popular adjunct to other healing practices, such as massage, craniosacral therapy, psychotherapy and acupuncture. At the same time, many "lay folk" appreciate the benefits of Reiki as a personal tool to enhance meditation and relaxation, speed recovery from illness and injury, and as a way to show nurturing and safe healing touch to friends and family.

Below are the syllabi for the four classes Rose Mattax teaches at College of DuPage, Infinity Foundation and From the Heart Center. Current class schedules can be found at (link to From The Heart newsletter)

Reiki Energy Healing Level One

Reiki is an ancient hands-on healing practice used to support and strengthen mind/body connections. It has been used successfully to elicit Herbert Benson's relaxation response. Regular elicitation of the relaxation response has been scientifically proven to be an effective treatment for a wide range of stress-related disorders.

Reiki also strengthens and heals the chakras, meridians and aura, leading to greater emotional balance and psychological wellbeing.

Through lecture, discussion, practice, you will learn:

You will also receive a unique teacher-student initiation that opens a channel for the flow of reiki energy, removes energy blocks in this channel, and empowers your ability to transmit healing to yourself and others. The initiation process, called an attunement, is what makes Reiki stand apart from other types of healing systems. Although other healing arts use hand positions, only Reiki has the wonderful benefit of the attunement process.

Manual provided.

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Reiki Energy Healing Level Two

Reiki is considered to be a useful and effective tool for "long-distance" or non-local healing. Research has shown that when healing energy, through prayer or other methods, is sent "long-distance," it may contribute to quicker recovery times from surgery, catastrophic illnesses, depressed and anxious moods, and low self-esteem. Through further initiation and education, this class teaches you to direct healing energy at a distance.

You will also learn techniques to assess the health of the energy field, enhance mental and emotional wellbeing, and revitalize your relationships.

Through lecture, discussion and practice you will learn:

Manual provided.

Reiki Master Teacher

A true master knows there is always more to learn. Through further initiation and education, the Reiki Master Teacher will learn how to give attunements, and suggestions for conducting your own class. Reiki is not only a healing art, it is a lifestyle. This class will also show you how to use Reiki as part of your daily meditation practice, and as a way of affirming positive spiritual qualities.

When you leave this class you will know:

Manual provided.

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Reiki Master Practitioner

A true master knows there is always more to learn. In Reiki Master Practitioner, the emphasis is put on enhancing the benefit of the Reiki treatment for the client. Two approaches will be used to accomplish this goal. Drawing on the work of Donna Eden, you will learn advanced skills for assessing the health of the energy field. Secondly, you will be taught fun and easy exercises that can be taught to your clients. Improved diagnostic skills and effective energy-enhancement tools will increase the depth and quality of your client's response to Reiki.

When you leave this class, you will know:

Manual provided.

Reiki Practicums

After each level of Reiki, a four-week Practicum is provided at the College of DuPage and in Forest Park to reinforce newly-acquired skills through supervised practice.

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