Is Reiki an actual word or a phrase? Do you “reiki”, or “give” reiki to another person? Do you “give” or “apply reiki” to other people or things? What are you going to do with the idea that Reiki can be practiced, used, sent, thought of? The term pronounced “Rei Ki” is widely used as a name for a practice and natural healing treatment. It also serves as a way of consciously connecting to a source energy with a purpose to heal. Is it possible to use the verb reiki instead of the word? Could we as energy beings who live a physical life here on Earth shift our perception of the energetic paradigm? Would it be possible to move away from the experience of doing something and towards an experience where “being” is what we experience? This would be a shift in our view of reality. To facilitate the desired outcome, we need to experience Reiki as a flow rather than as a topical use of techniques at a certain point in time. This comparison might be simplistic, but it could help us see that we can actually choose to live in a world full of cooperation under a new energy paradigm. The music of Zen Flute can have a profound effect on both the emotions and the body.
The Westernized transliteration for a Japanese expression describes the universal energy with which we are all connected – also known as energy beings. You can learn a lot more about the metaphoric expressions used in various languages of Asia by going back to basics. Oriental languages can be described in their essence and are often the condensing of more than one ideogram (or kanji, in Japanese). Each pronunciation may have a different meaning. A strong acceptance exists within Asian cultures of the power and intention that words convey. The law of attraction refers to the corollary of law of karma, where words and thoughts are energy. It is common in Far East Asia to be implicitly used because of its strong connection with metaphoric languages. A few pieces of ‘kanji or “ideograms’ are needed to construct a word or expression. This is a different cognitive process than creating a linear sequence of words to create a meaningful sentence. The wheel of Life seems to be continually turning, from thoughts, actions and even words. The law of karma can be described as energy.
Many words, expressions, or ‘kotodama are used within the Reiki system to heal by natural healing. The term kotodama derives its name from an ancient Japan tradition of imperial officers. This word is also integral to the practice of martial art. The idea that a sound can be thought of as a soul and that energy is carried into the universe by sound is what the word kotodama represents. Another example of this word/thought-energy is “mantra”, which is used in many parts of Asia. It is linked to Tantric Buddhism. Himalayan Buddhism. Theravada Buddhism. Ancient Buddhist school. Zen. Hinduism, which has its own list mantras to honor various gods and goddesses.
Many other places around the globe have metaphoric language and sacred sounds. These are used as connectors to an infinite source of energy. You can think of Sufis as someone who uses body movements and music to create spiritual energies. Most Asian cultures accept meditation as part of their cultural Buddhist background. However, meditation can also be used to connect to other energies. People connect easily to the principle behind words, thoughts, actions and understand implicitly the metaphoric relationship between words and energy. This is based on my experiences in teaching Reiki in Asia, which included teaching Reiki I/I to a Japanese student. So, what connects this metaphoric energetic bundle of words, thoughts and action to the practice energy healing? What is it about the aura of a Sufi Dancer that causes healing energy to flow through and onto him? What is it in the power of a mantra to create a connection between the speaker, the energy, and themselves? What gives martial artists such incredible concentration that they can make amazing connections with surrounding energies?
A moment spent by a meditation student allowing the mind to rest. Is s/he trying meditation? Or, is he meditating. You can transform the experience of meditation with your conscious language and actions word. The Zen master shouted, “Be Zen” not “do Zen” during the Zazen meditation session. The student experienced a flashing of light. It’s true! Allow your mind to be present and allow meditation to take place before you begin meditation. Be humble, but keep your ego out of the equation.
It might be better to “Be Reiki” than “Do Reiki.” What difference would this make? It would be a huge leap forward for practice and in connection to the field. Most likely, it’s a matter consciousness, intention and focused energy. There is an on-off switch that turns off the separation. Reiki is “being” Reiki. This reminds me of a story by Mrs. Hawayo Takata who teaches Reiki in Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii. She explains to her students that Reiki begins the moment they are attuned. The person is now a “reiki portable device”, a “consistently abundant, regular, flowing, reiki energy state”. Only the consciousness of “being” Reiki makes all the difference. As with life, all it takes is your consciousness. You can be Reiki, and let the flow shower your reality and the connection you have with the source. Let the flow guide and relax. Simply be. It all boils down to consciousness, energy, focus, and intention. This is how the martial arts demonstrate their power.
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