Roots of Reiki

 

Concepts and terminology:

 

The five principles or Reiki

 

Dr Usui identified five principles or 'ideals' as a strategy for living, or 'the spiritual medicine of many illnesses'.  They identify anger, worry, gratitude and kindness as the key concepts.

1)    Just for today, I will not be angry

Anger at others or one self or at the whole world, creates serious blockages in one’s energy.  It is the most complex inner enemy.  Reiki is an excellent tool to remove anger blockages, which have accumulated in the body.  Letting go of anger brings peace into the mind.

 

2)    Just for today, I will not worry

Endless worries may fill one’s head, and each one bores a small hole in one’s body and soul. Letting go of worry, brings healing to the body.

 

3)    Just for today, I will be grateful

Be grateful from your heart.  Inner intention is the important element of this principle.  Simple things as thanks, forgiveness, smile, good words, gratitude can improve others life and make them happy.   Being thankful brings joy into the spirit.

 

4)    Just for today, I will do my work honestly

Support yourself and your family respectably, without harming others.

 

5)    Just for today, I will be kind to every living thing

            Honour your parents, honour your teachers, honour your elders.   Being kind brings love into the world.