What is Reiki?
EVERYTHING IS ENERGY
Everything in our world is energy…thoughts, emotions, sunlight, sounds, colors, heat, cold, on and on—even seemingly solid, inanimate objects. All these things are connected through a singular energy that binds, animates, and influences. Reiki is a part of this singular energy.
Reiki is a centuries-old technique of energy healing that emerged from Japan and developed by Dr. Mikao Usui. It serves to promote emotional and physical healing and is based on the understanding that a singular, universal life force energy flows through us, connects everything, and is what causes us, and all things, to be alive. A Reiki healer acts as a conduit for this energy through both hands-on and by distance methods, allowing the energy to focus on where it is most needed. The belief is simple: If one's life force energy is low, then we are more likely to feel stress, which could result in sickness, depression, and anxiety; and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy, healthy, and stronger. Reiki can be easily combined with western medicine and therapies, as well as with other alternative healing or relaxation methods.
AN INTELLIGENT ENERGY
Reiki can simply be understood in this way: When we have a cut on our finger or come down with a cold, our bodies jump into action to begin the healing process. It creates chemical responses that are customized to the specific ailment. Our bodies just know what to do. This “knowing” is one of the great scientific mysteries around how the body functions. But, this action takes energy to make the response kick in… an intelligent, knowing energy that just knows where and how it is most needed.
This is reiki.
A practitioner taps into this knowing, intelligent energy and directs it to the client. Reiki energy instinctively knows what to do and where to go to promote healing and release energy that is detrimental.
This also goes for stress issues—depression, trauma, anxiety, fear, etc., which are all based in energy. When we are in those states, our body produces chemicals in response to help us physically and emotionally manage the flood of thoughts and feelings we may be experiencing. Reiki helps to balance out those chemical reactions and release energy associated with emotional stress, therefore providing relief.
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WHAT IS USUI REIKI RYOHO?
The word “Reiki” can have several different meanings. It consists of two kanji: Rei and ki. Rei can mean either spirit, soul, or ghost. Ki can mean energy, atmosphere, mind, heart, soul, feeling, or mood. The word Ryoho translates to either method, treatment, or healing system. As a whole, Reiki can be translated as “universal life energy.”
Dr. Mikao Usui, the founder and developer of the modern and most used Reiki method, believed that the aim of his teachings was to provide a method for students and healers to achieve connection with the universal life force energy that would help them, and others, in their overall health and self-development. What sets Usui's teachings apart from other healing methods is his use of reiju, or “attunements,” which allow students and teachers to connect with the Reiki energy. Students of Dr. Usui learned of the five principles to live by, which are:
1. Do not get angry
2. Do not worry
3. Show appreciation
4. Work hard (on one’s self)
5. Be kind to others
Benefits of Reiki Can Include:
Emotional and spiritual healing
Energy balancing and releasing
Relaxation and de-stressing
Treatment of physical ailments
Regaining harmony and wholeness
Feeling peaceful and centered
Reiki also is…
• increasingly being used in hospitals to help with healing, stress, and wellness management, especially for people challenged with cancer and post-treatment
• often used on people near death to help them release old energies so they can pass over peacefully
• used for addiction management
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RESPONSES FROM SESSIONS
“Scott is absolutely magical! He is an extremely talented healer and I had an incredible experience receiving Reiki from him. I went into the session with some skepticism, not knowing exactly what to expect, but was blown away by the results I received from my session. The experience itself was extremely relaxing, but the real magic happened the next day! I felt absolutely incredible and had more energy, mental clarity, and felt way more balanced than I have had in the 6 months prior to our session. Scott was very professional making sure I felt safe and comfortable. Also, being extremely mindful and conscientious of COVID protocols. He took the time to check with me during the session and into the next day, making himself available to answer any questions I had and to give me advice on how to make the most of my experience. I highly recommend Scott and will be booking with him again. If I could give him more than 5 stars I absolutely would. If you are on the fence of which Reiki practitioner to use, look no further.”
…Krystal, Los Angeles
“I really enjoy my reiki experiences with Scott. I’ve had a few sessions and it’s the real deal. It feels every session takes me to a deeper sense of things. Highly recommend it. If you have never tried reiki before, Scott is the guy for you. He’s very calming and checks up on you a day or two after your session. Very sweet man.”
…Lesly, Montreal
“The rest of my Saturday and Sunday I felt completely at peace and very calm, and especially grateful. I kept repeating “I’m balanced” to myself. You are definitely gifted and it was a privilege to be a part of your talent.”
…Patti, Los Angeles
“I recently saw Scott for a reiki session that changed my entire perspective on what reiki is, how it works, and how it can heal the body. Over the last couple of months I had been experiencing horrible fatigue, the loss of a couple friends due to petty circumstances, and a blockage in my heart surrounding romantic love. In deep need of healing, I turned to Scott for a session, and what I received was beyond any session before. After explaining to Scott my troubles, the session began with him dialing into my energy. Within the first ten minutes I began to swing in and out of consciousness, very similar to the half-awake-half-asleep state, and remember feeling my body tingling and buzzing. While working on my stomach, Scott performed a sort of “reiki surgery” technique, focusing on removing a dark mass that had been overshadowing my stomach and gut.
After the session was over, I was in disbelief about the ways I was feeling. My stomach felt better, my headache had subsided, and I felt a sense of peace. Later that evening, I drifted into a relaxing sleep, slept pleasantly through the night, and woke up feeling refreshed the next morning. My sex drive felt balanced, and my overall energy was improving. It’s been a week since, and I feel great and am so thankful to Scott for this work!”
...Danny, Los Angeles
“I was excited to do this Reiki session. I’ve felt lethargic and a bit lost. And after this remote session, I felt like I had more energy and drive. I had a sensation of warmth and protection that came over me.”
…Scotty, Palm Springs
“Working with Scott has been an amazing spiritual journey for me. He truly cares and empathizes with me and knew how to connect with me In order to help in my healing process. I feel lucky I found him and highly recommend him.”
...Pedro, New York City
“…I had my first virtual Reiki session with Scott. I was honestly not expecting much. To my shock and chagrin it was more intense and beneficial than I had imagined. I woke up feeling different. Get in touch with energy. Get a session with Reiki Daddy. He is amazing. I did not know how much I needed this until after accepting the process and embracing the journey.”
…André, New York City
Articles and Information
“Community Highlights: Meet Scott Holman of Reiki Daddy”
VoyageLA, December 2022. Click here.
“Meet Scott Holman | Reiki Daddy & Master….”
Shoutout LA, May 2022. Click here.
“The Reiki Daddy” with Scott Holman
W.I.T.C.H. Podcast Interview, April 2021. Click here.
“What is Reiki & How is it Beneficial? This Sexy ‘Daddy’ Explains All”
Instinct, November 2020. Click here.
The Reiki Association
To learn more about Reiki, visit The Reiki Association.
“What is Reiki and How Does it Work?”
Forbes, June 2021. Click here.
“Reiki Can’t Possibly Work. So Why Does It?”
The Atlantic, April 2020. Click here.