Product Description

A comprehensive guide to the practice of advanced Reiki techniques for the beginner and more experienced Reiki practitioner, and for the client who wants to know more. Penelope Quest examines first, second and third degree Reiki, and introduces Reiki-ho, techniques from the Japanese Reiki tradition which have only more recently become available in the West. The volume: explains what Reiki is and how it works; explains how to use first degree Reiki to heal yourself and others; provides a detailed explanation of second degree Reiki including a comprehensive guide to the use of Reiki symbols; introduces Reiki-ho; outlines the path to becoming a Reiki master and third degree Reiki; reveals information you need to become a Reiki practitioner; and shows you how you can continue to grow spiritually with Reiki throughout your life.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5067 in Books
• Published on: 2002-06-27
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 320 pages

Review
A comprehensive handbook that tells you everything you need to know about Reiki, whether you want to recap on the basic routines or realise the power and potential of each level, learn special techniques to enhance Reiki practice or use Reiki for spiritual growth.

From the Author
"Reiki For Life" is aimed at anyone interested in healing and self-healing with Reiki at any level, from absolute beginners to Practitioners and Masters. Unlike other books on Reiki, it is a complete guide to Reiki practice, giving all the Reiki techniques from the well-known Western tradition, including some never in print before. It also presents additional methods originally used by Dr Usui, the founder of the Reiki healing system, which until recently were only available to Reiki students in Japan.
This book explores for the first time the true depth, power and promise of this wonderful healing system. From the development of Reiki in both Japan and the West, to a comprehensive description of First and Second Degree techniques, it provides an essential resource for Reiki practice in the 21st century. It looks at the necessary background information about energy and metaphysical beliefs, and provides a thorough foundation in the basics of self-treatment and how to treat others with Reiki at First Degree. However, it goes much further than other books; it emphasises the holistic nature and spiritual aspects of Reiki and examines the personal and spiritual impact of becoming a Practitioner or a Master. It explains in detail how to carry out distant healing treatments and methods to heal and let go of personal problems, as well as many other advanced techniques, such as creating crystal healing grids. In addition, it shows how the newly discovered Japanese techniques!
for energetic cleansing, healing and spiritual development can be used to enhance your practice of Reiki. Its aim, therefore, is to help anyone at any level to reach their full potential as a healing channel for Reiki.
Part I of the book begins by explaining what Reiki is and how it was discovered, and how it links with other energies in humans, animals, plants and the rest of the environment. It discusses the processes of healing from both conventional and metaphysical viewpoints, and provides comprehensive information about Reiki training, including what to expect on courses at each level.
Part II covers everything you need to know at Reiki First Degree, including methods for self-healing and how to carry out treatments on other people and animals, as well as some creative ways of using Reiki. In Part III there is a thorough explanation of the real impact and creative power of Second Degree, including how to use the Reiki symbols for self-healing and hands-on treatments on others, and how to carry out distant healing. A wide range of other advanced techniques is included too, such as using Reiki to empower goals, heal emotional problems, create sacred space and protect yourself and those you care about.
Part IV introduces techniques only recently brought to the West from the Japanese Reiki traditions, including methods for self-cleansing and removing toxins from the body, as well as alternative ways of using the hands, such as patting and stroking, during Reiki treatments. The final section, Part V, looks at the importance of spiritual development with Reiki, and discusses what is needed to set up as a professional Practitioner, as well as how to become a Reiki Master. It also describes the many forms of Reiki now available throughout the world.
Reiki is a tremendous joy in my life, and it has transformed my life in many different ways, so I really wanted to share some of my wonder and enthusiasm with others, which is why I chose to write this book. I hope you enjoy it, and that it helps you in your practice of this wonderful healing system.

About the Author
Penelope Quest is a qualified Reiki master and runs workshops and seminars on first, second and third degree Reiki. Her first book, Piatkus Guide to Reiki was published in 1999 and has sold well. It will be reissued in 2002 under the title An Introduction to Reiki She lives in Cumbria

Customer Reviews

The Best Yet!
This is an excellent book, and the best I have so far read on Reiki. It answered all of my questions, and it is full of practical information about techniques - including many I had not come across before. It also covers things in depth, which I really liked, such as the explanation about how Reiki had developed in the West and in Japan, and what attunements really are, and what it is really like being a Reiki Master. It is written in a friendly style that makes it easy to read and easy to understand, so I shall be recommending this one to all my Reiki friends!

Read Penelope's quest
This is essential reading for Reiki friends of all levels - Masters included. Penelope writes in a lucid style that is compelling as well as informative. She invites you to think about your own beliefs and experiences, whilst also listening to what she has to say. She is never judgemental about the variety of different approaches to Reiki that abound now.

Her text is enormously helpful as a guide to teaching Reiki and I have added some of her suggestions on 'extras' to my practice. Everything you need to know about Reiki is there somewhere. I will recommend this book to my Reiki students and it will never be far from my side. Buy it!

Essential reference
This is an excellent book that I'd recommend as a must-have on your bookshelf. It answered all of my questions and is written in a friendly style. The instructions are clear and comprehensive, covering everything from what to expect in your Level 1 attunement through to how to set yourself up as a Reiki practitioner. Not just a 'how-to' book it covers ethics, spiritual growth and a chapter on 'creative uses' of the skill.
I consider the included lists of resources and reading recommendations valuable as this makes this book a good start for anyone interested in further Reiki research.