In Reiki practices, symbols are important tools used to direct, strengthen and focus energy work. By using these symbols with specific intentions, people who receive Reiki training can channel energy more effectively. At the same time, the methods of using Reiki energy, with or without symbols, depend on the practice. Here are the details of Reiki symbols and information on how Reiki energy can be used:
Reiki Symbols and Meanings
In the traditional Usui system of Reiki, there are four basic symbols. Each represents a different energy purpose:
1. Cho Ku Rei (Symbol of Power)
- Meaning: “Let there be power here” or “Summon the universal life energy”.
- Intended Use:
- To increase and intensify the flow of energy.
- To accelerate physical healing.
- To protect and clear the energy of a person or an area.
- How to Use.
- Drawing: The lines are created in a spiral. After drawing, an intention is made.
- The practice focuses on areas where one’s energy is weak.
2. Sei He Ki (Symbol for Mental and Emotional Healing)
- Meaning: “May God and the human mind be one.”
- Intended Use:
- To dissolve mental and emotional blockages.
- Reduce the effects of traumas and stress.
- Providing emotional balance and support in breaking bad habits.
- How to Use
- Drawing: It is drawn with wavy lines and a bridge-like structure.
- Focus on an area representing the person’s emotional problems and visualize the symbol.
3. Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen (Distance Healing Symbol)
- Meaning: “The past, present and future are one.”
- Intended Use:
- Sending energy from a distance.
- Healing past traumas.
- Sending positive energy for future events.
- How to use it?
- Drawing: This symbol, which has a complex structure, is visualized in the mind during meditation with focus.
- The person or situation to which energy is to be sent is intended with the help of this symbol.
4. Dai Ko Myo (Symbol of Mastery)
- Meaning: “Great bright light.”
- Intended Use:
- To strengthen Reiki energy and deepen spiritual connections.
- Used by Reiki teachers in master level practices.
- To accelerate both physical and spiritual healing.
- How to Use.
- Reiki masters apply this symbol in energy sessions or during initiation.
How to Use Reiki Energy?
To use Reiki energy, it is necessary to receive an initiation (attunement) under the guidance of an instructor. But for basic energy flow you can follow these steps:
1. Preparation and Meditation
- Meditate before the Reiki session to calm and focus mentally.
- You can start by washing your hands or doing a short energy cleansing.
- Create an intention. For example, “May this Reiki energy bring health and peace.”
2. Activating the Energy
- Feel the energy by rubbing your palms together.
- You can focus the energy by visualizing Reiki symbols in your mind.
3. Placement of Hands
The placement of the hands during a Reiki session is important to direct the flow of energy. It can be applied with or without contact:
- Head and Forehead Area: Supports mental and emotional balance.
- Heart and Chest Area: Balances the energy center representing emotional issues and love.
- Abdomen and Pelvis: Strengthens the energy of physical healing and creativity.
- Feet: It provides grounding by filling the whole body with energy.
4. Sending Energy
The following methods can be used to send Reiki energy to someone who is not physically present with you:
- Using the distance healing symbol (Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen), the energy is directed to the target.
- The focus is on the name and a visualized image of the recipient.
5. Process and Termination
- A Reiki treatment can last between 10 minutes and 1 hour.
- At the end of the session, end the process with an intention that the energy is complete and thank the recipient.