Les 1
Introduction - Intention And The Principles
Welcome to Day 1! Before we fully explore each principle, we will examine the concept of intention and its purpose in the Reiki process and our lives. We often think of intention as a goal or plan, but it can also be used for direction and to maintain a mindful connection. We conclude with a full body scan meditation.
Music credit: Manuel Portillo
Les 2
Just For Today
Just For Today is the preamble to the 5 Reiki Principles. It's a reminder that no matter our challenges, our primary responsibility is to remain in the present moment. Mindfulness is a theme throughout the principles and is at the forefront of each. The closing meditation involves silence using breath and the here and now.
Music Credit: Manuel Portillo
Les 3
I Will Not Anger
The first principle, is "I Will Not Anger". We will explore the challenges behind this statement. Though anger can be seen as a prompt to a situation that needs resolution, we cannot avoid the negative impact on our mental and physical health routine expression of anger can present. As a practice to manage such deep feelings, we will conclude with breath and affirmation meditation.
Music credit: Manuel Portillo
Les 4
I Will Not Worry
Many people find challenges when attempting to manage "worry". It's easy to say, "I won't worry," but putting it into practice involves shifting thought processes and reversing old patterns. We will examine worry and invite an exercise to release energy from within to feel less burdened by negative or unnecessary thoughts.
Music credit: Manuel Portillo
Les 5
I Will Be Grateful
Gratitude! The 3rd Principle. We move from the "will nots" of the first 2 principles to the "will" of gratefulness. Just for today, I will be grateful. There is growing research on the positive potential of living with an "attitude of gratitude". This exciting concept can be expressed in daily practice, through acknowledgment, journaling, and affirmations. We will consider the value of gratitude as it applies to Reiki and every one of us.
Music credit: Manuel Portillo
Les 6
I Will Be Diligent
Diligence, what? A curious word for the principles but one of great value. We will define and better understand diligence, its connection to the present moment, and its importance in all interactions. Listening to others and attending to our work creates bonds of honesty and trust between and among people. Being diligent offers the gift of our presence in any situation.
Les 7
I Will Be Kind
The final precept presents the most basic tenet for our success in managing happiness. Expressing kindness can seem a trite and simple offering, but it proves invaluable for bolstering every relationship including the most important, the self. If we can embrace the guidelines of principles 1-4, expressing kindness becomes easy.
Music credit: Manuel Portillo
Les 8
Our Conclusion - A Reiki Visualization Meditation
Our final day! We give ourselves time to integrate the principles and experience the deep relaxation Reiki energy can impart. Using visualization and soothing music, we conclude our course with a grounding meditation.
Music credit: Manuel Portillo