Reiki for Beginners: Frequently Asked Questions  What is Reiki? Reiki was developed in the early 1920s by Mikao Usui, a Japanese monk. Usui claimed to have rediscovered a centuries-old healing technique that he called Reiki. He taught Reiki to his students, which has since spread to all parts of the world. It is based on the concept of omnipresent energy in all living beings. 'Reiki' comes from the Japanese words 'rei', meaning universal, and 'ki', meaning life force energy. Reiki is an alternative therapy that promotes physical, emotional, and spiritual healing through universal life force energy. During a Reiki session, the therapist uses their hands to transfer this energy to the patient, helping to balance their chakras and promote relaxation. Reiki can be used alongside conventional medicine, as well as other complementary therapies. Reiki has become increasingly popular over recent years, with many people seeking its benefits for stress relief, pain ma