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Book Reviews NAPRA ReView Reiki is an elegant, simple
healing art needing only some respect, two charged hands, a simple routine
of hand positions, and a receiving body. Morris, first initiated into
Reiki in 1981 and now director of the Reiki Center in Los Angeles, is also
a certified alcohol and drug counselor who teaches stress management,
guided visualization, and Feng Shui. Her book offers guidelines to Reiki
practice and is full of practical information and advice a concerned
mentor might pass along to a student; “Professional Ethics,” diagrams
of hand positions, treatments for specific conditions, legal
considerations, and creating a conductive treatment setting. Interesting
also are Morris’ reports on studies that uphold the effectiveness of
Reiki, and testimonials of miracle cures. Although some masters will
initiate anyone as a Reiki master, Morris explains why her center offers
true experiential apprenticeships. Those looking for shortcuts and
diagrams of the secret symbols will have to look elsewhere. CW CONCEPTS
What is Reiki? Joyce Morris has put together a
very accessible workbook for those interested in this healing art. Reiki
(pronounced RAY-KEY) is a healing energy, yet this term does not fully
explain the nature of Reiki. Joyce’s enthusiasm and self confidence
gently transform the reader into the student. Joyce provides for even the
casual student the most clear and simple explanation of this healing
practice available. This book reflects her “package”, how she sees
Reiki fitting into a balanced, and harmonious life.
Reiki is based on a Master/Teacher relationship and on student initiations
as the basis of learning. Joyce shares her own story of her introduction
to what she thought was a stress reduction tool. The first half of the
book gives a well-expressed account of the origins of Reiki. Joyce
expertly aims to correct any misconceptions the reader may have regarding
the energy of Reiki. Joyce explains that the ability to flow Reiki energy
is not a conscious act, it is not acquired with the conscious mind. Reiki
energy knows where it is needed and goes there. The workbook portion is
filled with detailed illustrations of correct hand positions and classical
treatment guidelines. This book is an excellent introduction to the
healing forces of the universe and how we can utilize them for our
well-being and that of others.
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