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The Japanese Art of Reiki: A Practical Guide to Self-Healing

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Bronwen and Frans Stiene have done it again! Following on from their encyclopaedic 'Reiki Sourcebook' they have now written what is probably the most up to date exposition of the roots of Reiki. The book offers much information that is not readily available elsewhere, thanks to their own research and contacts with original students of Usui Sensei (through Chris Marsh) and a student of Eguchi's Palm Healing System,(Eguchi was another student of Usui).

The Stienes cover the emergence of Reiki, including its cultural background and other healing systems around at the time of Usui, the Three Diamonds, The Five Elements of Reiki, the Five Precepts, Mantras (jumon) and symbols (shirushi), Reiju, choosing a Reiki course, developing a regular routine of self-practice and a comprehensive glossary of Japanese terms and further reading.

I can heartily recommend this book to any Reiki Practitioner, or general enquirer, who is interested in what Reiki is really all about. For practitioners of any level, it will bring a new dimension to your practice and heralds a welcome return to the simplicity of the original system of Usui sensei.

This book is a "must have" as it takes the reader to the Shinto/Japanese spiritual roots of Reiki and where Reiki comes from. This book has become my Reiki bible and has deepened my practice. When you perform the exercises, as specified, the energy is undescrible and so very spiritual as it takes the participant to another place and space. If you purchase no other Reiki book this is the book to have.

I am a Reiki Master and I love to check out books on the subject whenever I can. I was recommended the Reiki Sourcebook, by the same authors, through an online Reiki group. I ended up buying this book as well because I was interested to see Reiki from a more traditional view. I was not disappointed. Both books are very unbiased and easy to follow. Very very informative and original. I was pretty sick of books retelling Reiki histoy and the new age type "airy fairy" take on Reiki. Although there is some history in Sourcebook it is not as dry and overdone as other books. It seems to also be better researched by the authors.

These two books were a breath of fresh air and I had a hard time putting them down. I actually enjoyed The Japanese Art of Reiki more than the Source Book. I thought it was more in-depth on techniques and the practical side of Reiki, which was what I was looking for. It gives you a view of Reiki as a solid daily routine. It just seemed to click with me better than some of what I was taught in my Reiki classes. This book has a lot I have not seen in any other book. The Sourcebook is more of general take on things. Though, there is not much redundant material in each if you buy them together. ( I highly recommend you do) If I could only have two Reiki books it would be these. If I could only have one it would be Japanese Art of Reiki.

Whether you are new to Reiki energy or have been practicing for years, this book will give you the knowledge and awareness of a comprehensive approach to using Reiki for self healing. You will come to understand the true history of Reiki, and then move on to learn the various techniques used in Japanese Reiki which will allow you to deepen your practice. These techniques are rarely taught in Western courses, which are typically greatly abbreviated, and often filled with misinformation.

Bronwen and Stiene have built a rock solid reputation for the accuracy and integrity of their work.

I consider this book to be an absolute masterpiece! Unquestionably, the first book on the subject I have been enthusiastic to support! The information is clear, concise, and accurate! I am in the process of rewriting my own reiki manuals to encompass the information contained within. Bravo Bronwen and Frans, you have done it again!

This book does provide exciting up to date information on the history and methods of the Reiki system and it's roots, but I have come to expect that from Frans and Bronwen Stiene, as thier devotion to thorough, dignified research and it's honest unadulterated delivery to the reiki community is a common theme in all of thier work. What I think is incredibly special about this book is that it's not only intrigueing and informative, but it is also very empowering. The book provides focus and insightful guidance on the personal practice of traditional reiki techniques while honouring the sacred essence of traditional Japanese art and culture, in which this beautiful healing method originated, and continues to be practised. I love it!

The Japanese Art of Reiki from a practioner/students perspective is a sequel to the authors first major publication, " The Reiki Sourcebook ". As with their first work of art, this book presents the reader with valid material that can be used as a foundation/building block for continued studies. As most Japanese culture is preserved in a cocoon of secrecy and perhaps intrigue, it is difficult for westerners to get to the essence of it all. Bronwen & Frans, through their committment to Usui, Reiki and the continuation of traditional Japanese Reiki styles, have once again excelled with this work. It is indeed, the Britannica of Reiki, a must for everyone to assist them on their journey.

I have been a Reiki practitioner for over a decade. Am an Usui Tibetan Reiki Master as well as a Karuna Reiki Master. For the past year or so, I felt as though something was missing- and that there was more to Reiki than what I had learned. I had been introduced to the 'hands on' aspect of traditional Reiki techniques over a year ago, but still had this nagging 'knowingness' that there was more to discover. A friend of mine recommended this book, and after reading it, I believe it contains the answers I was looking for. The disillusionment I had been experiencing with Western styles, and the 'emptiness' of the techniques now have a solid foundation and explanation. This book opens up the possibility for a personal journey and transformation that you will not find through the techniques taught in the West, and I highly recommend it.

I am a Reiki Master/Teacher and have many reiki books but this is one of the best. I appreciate the clarification of reiki history and will certainly benefit from the plethora of self healing data. I was so impressed with Bronwen and Frans Stiene that I purchased "The Reiki Sourcebook by them.

I've been a Reiki Master for 10 years and practicing and passing on Reiki has been the highlight of my life. I loved this book. The self practice was never stressed enough, and now the Stienes have done extensive research and found that self practice was very important to Dr. Usui and the 5 precepts were just the beginning. It all makes sense now. I plan to recommend this book to all my Reiki students, past and future.