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: #13065 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.

Synopsis
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.

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.

Customer Reviews

Fantastic book - a must buy
I often read reviews and wonder if all the enthusiastic prose is really accurate - in this case it is. Penelope Quest has written something akin to an encyclopedia of Reiki, in a straight forward and easy to read way. It is a comprehensive work, practical and pragmatic, whilst communicating how wonderful the Energy is, and many ways in which you can work with it.
I initially read this book after completing my 1st Degree to increase my understanding and reaffirm what I'd been taught. I've since completed my 2nd Degree and use it for reference, and have recommended it to others. That is the best indicator of how good a book really is - if you'd recommend it to your friends, it's definitely a great book!
For a regular practitioner it's a fantastic resource. For someone just starting on their Reiki path, you couldn't do any better than buy this book to help you reach your potential. Brilliant.

For all Reiki Masters and their students
There are many books on the market on this subject, this one has a balance that gives the holistic view of how Reiki developed from Japan and made it's way into the West. I recommend this book to all my students and use it constantly as reference during reiki courses.

Fantastic book
I have bought many many reiki books since my reiki attunements. This is one of the best by far. It contains all I felt I needed to know. Explained properly. I've read it cover to cover several times. Well written and interesting