Yoga and Reiki Energy Healing

A natural way to guide your mind, body and spirit towards Optimum Health and Happiness!

by Raina Greening, of Good Karma Yoga & Leonora Hughes of Natural Guided Healing

Energy is necessary to sustain life! Our physical body and mind cannot exist without a flow of energy. Energy is the glue that holds us together as spiritual beings in the physical world. Healing modalities like Yoga, Meditation, Tai Chi and Energy healing like Reiki gives an individual a way to participate actively in their healing, working in partnership with medical professionals for a healing of the whole self! Reiki Energy healing is a Japanese practice which means “Guided Life Force Energy.” Reiki was discovered by Mikao Usui in 1922 but history shows Reiki or forms of energy healing have been in practice for over 2500 years. Reiki clears energy pathways and centers called Meridians, Nadis and Chakras through a Reiki Practitioner. Reiki can be done without touching or a very light touch to the client. It is not massage or manipulation of muscles. Reiki is extremely gentle, leaving the client instantly feeling at peace, calm, lighter, rested and tranquil, removing stress within the client. Energy Modalities such as Reiki unblocks stuck energy which causes discomfort emotionally and physically. The flow of healing Reiki energy will release any blocked or stuck energy and restore a natural flow which assists the body’s ability to naturally heal. Energy Modalities such as Reiki complement the guidance of medical professionals to create a plan for healing the whole self. Reiki is becoming more mainstream and is now being used in hospitals and cancer centers to increase a patient’s ability to speed up the process of healing from emotional and physical ailments. Reiki is used to help ease chronic pain, injuries and increase recovery from surgeries. Reiki can also reduce anxiety, grief, challenges with transition in life and improve sleep and simply help people feel better so they make healthier decisions. Yoga is a mind and body practice. There are many styles of yoga which combine physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation and relaxation. The combination of movement, meditation, and breathing techniques promote mental and physical wellbeing. There are many different types of yoga and disciplines within the practice of Yoga to try. Yoga, an ancient practice originating in India, includes eight different aspects on how to unite mind, body and spirit in your life. These aspects are called the limbs of yoga which include not only the postures and movements called asanas but also our attitudes toward our environment and ourselves, breathwork, withdrawal of senses, concentration, meditation and integration. Breathing consciously is the essence of yoga as it assists us in connecting with the subtle energy within. It is through the breath that we can navigate different levels of consciousness. Moreover, breathing consciously has a biological effect on our mental, emotional, and physical state. Studies have shown there are many health benefits when participating in the asana’s poses of yoga.

Practicing Yoga Asanas directly improves your: • Flexibility • Posture • Builds muscle strength • Boosts metabolism • Increases oxygenated blood flow • Lowers blood sugar and boosts good cholesterol • Benefits the immune system keeping disease at bay • Improves lung function • Increases self-esteem • Helps you to sleep better

Yoga and Reiki Energy Healing are among many alternative healing practices that can bring a balance and compliment your healing needs. Interested to learn more about the health benefits of Yoga and Reiki, reach out to a Yoga teacher and Reiki Practitioner for more information. g