Reiki & Healing Arts

This Blog post provides information about how to develop your abilities. To explore a specific topic, feel free to click on any of the links provided below. Is everyone born with psychic and mediumship abilities? Anne believes that everyone is…

Do you need to purchase a massage table? Many new Reiki Practitioners want to begin practicing their new skills as soon as possible. Because massage tables were used in their Reiki class and/or they have received Reiki sessions where a…

What does the word Reiki mean? Reiki, which is a form of energy healing, is usually pronounced “RAY-kee.” The word Reiki actually consists of 2 Japanese words: rei and ki. The translation of the word rei is Spirit, universal spirit,…

What is meant by the terms traditional and non-traditional forms of Reiki? The terms traditional and non-traditional Reiki are used to describe 2 different but related “branches,” “strands,” or “sides” of Reiki. Traditional Reiki is sometimes referred to as Eastern…

Should clients be required to have their eyes closed during sessions? During traditional Usui Reiki sessions, clients are told to close their eyes and keep them closed during healing sessions. This is because it is believed that the life force…

Should clients be required to uncross their arms and legs? During traditional Usui Reiki sessions, clients are told to lie flat with their arms and legs uncrossed. If they cross them during the session, the Practitioner instructs them to uncross…

What is meant by Reiki lineage? Reiki lineage is like an ancestral or family tree. It documents who your Reiki Master was trained by and shows the line of teachers that connects your Reiki Master to the original founder of…

Is Reiki safe during pregnancy? Reiki is completely safe for both mother and baby. This includes during pregnancy, during labor and deliver, and post-partum. The Reiki energy is coming from God/Source/Spirit, which is only love. It can never cause harm…

What is muscle testing? Muscle testing is a technique in which a practitioner applies gentle pressure to one muscle or to a group of muscles in order to determine if it stays strong or goes weak. The meaning of a…

What is my role when it comes to teaching psychic protection? The topic of psychic protection is very important in metaphysical and healing work.  I now believe that I chose to reincarnate during this important time in humanity’s history in…

Why do we need to engage in clearing and cleansing techniques? Living on the Earth plane means that our homes and offices get dirty. Occasionally, we need to get out the feather duster, mop, sponges, etc., and clean our space.…

Can energy gridding be used for psychic protection and to empower spaces? I have found that creating energy grids is the most effective way to protect or empower a geographic location (e.g., home, office, room). Personally, I personally used gridding…

What is energy shielding? This simple technique is by far the easiest and most effective way to protect yourself from negative or toxic energy. It only takes seconds to do. I personally use energy shielding every day, because it works!…

What is prayer? Prayer is simply a time when you are communicating something to God/Source/Spirit.  The goal of this communication often includes (a) a request for assistance, guidance, or protection and/or (b) an expression of gratitude. How should we pray? Contrary…

What is my role in dealing with dark entities? I want to make it clear from the outset that I do NOT work with dark entities. I have never communicated with a dark entity, and I never plan to do…

What is Ho’oponopono? The word Ho’oponopono is often translated to mean “to cause things to move back into balance” or “to make things right.” It is a simple but powerful ancient Hawaiian spiritual practice that is sometimes described as “a…