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Reiki Hands That Heal

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The reviewers heated discussion over the historical facts of the Reiki tradition in "Reiki: Hands That Heal" by Joyce Morris made me believe that this book presented a distorted history of the Reiki tradition. So I bought it as a contraversial history book and discovered that between the covers, there was something else -- a great handbook on natural healing. Page by page -- by the way, superbly designed -- the reader receives detailed instruction on how to tune into universal healing energies, and for God's sake -- to help himself to become more energized, optimistic, vital, and more positive, in other words -- fit to handle daily pressure, emotional and mental challenges.

The reviewers tell that out there are better books about Reiki. If one has interest in Reiki history, yes, it would make sense to buy all of them and compare facts. But if someone is looking for a practical guide how to learn to trust your own healing power, to enforce it through alignment with Reiki, or universal healing force, I cannot recommend a better book than this one. The presentation is beautiful and clear, but most importantly -- it stresses over and over again the simplest truth that we tend to forget -- that health and prosperity stem from faith and purity of our thoughts and intentions. Cleanse your heart, and Reiki will cleanse your body for you!

Sometimes, there is nothing better than a poor review! In the present case, it guided me to a great book that encouraged me to count on the healing power on my own heart. What an idea! Why take my word for it? You may wish to find it out on your own.

This book is perpetuating false facts about Reiki and its history. Hayashi did not charge $10,000 for master level training as this book claims. And certainly Usui did not charge anywhere near $10,000 as the book is suggesting. This book also states that Usui was a Christian monk, when in fact he was Buddhist. Another false fact presented in this book is that Hayashi was Usui's successor, when we know through research it was Ushida. The society that Usui founded in 1922 still exists today in Japan and is called Usui Shiki Reiki Ryoho. Ushida was the second president of this organization after Usui made his transition. I recommend the book Reiki Fire for those interested in the true and verifiable history of Reiki or contact the Usui Shiki Reiki Ryoho society in Japan. These are only a FEW examples of the incorrect information this book is presenting about Reiki and its history.

Joyce has given this book her all, and one can feel it. Her dedication is noble and apparent, as she shares her many stories and info. Written in the Reiki Alliance tradition, this gives us a look at the technique as taught early-on in the Continental U.S. Her approach is in the unmixed, 'old-time' tradition as first brought to the U.S. by Madame Takata. New info has been revealed through the dedicated research of many others, so if you'd like to hear the presentation of Reiki much as Madame Takata did it originally, this is a book for you. In addition, much info regarding adjuncts to Reiki (color therapy, Feng Sui, and other things) are included, offered in the spirit of assisting in the optimizing of the evolution of all of us folks engaging with the Reiki energy-flow. She has passed over, leaving a legacy that we all are blessed to benefit from. Reiki ON! ENJOY

This book has a beautiful cover and lots of useful pictures inside. It also offers information about complementary forms of natural healing and Reiki healing techniques for specific conditions or organs. However, it is focused on maintaining exclusivity for Reiki healers and relies on the Takata/Samdahl stories and lineage, which distort the universality of Reiki healing. Reiki healing is a set of practices for connecting to and transmitting high frequency spiritual/subtle energy, and is not exclusive to any particular Reiki organization or lineage. A Reiki student can develop or NOT develop power and skill as a healer regardless of who taught them. I would make an analogy to establishment education, where people go to colleges and follow a curriculum, and upon completing their coursework some become very skillful and gifted at a profession while others don't. Meanwhile, many people have been quite gifted and accomplished in a field solely through self-education and effort, or innate talent. Expensive and lengthy Reiki courses may garner a higher frequency of commitment (within those taking the course), but they do this by discouraging some people who would otherwise pursue this healing path. There seems to be a fear that quickie Reiki courses will minimize the Reiki profession/art, rather than an appreciation for the spread of interest and availability for basic Reiki training, which benefits many people.

If I had known, I wouldn't have purchased this book. The only good thing I found were the pictures of the Masters and diagrams of hand positions. There are better books on Reiki than this one.

I loved the way this book was presented. It is pleasant to read and has lots of extras in addition to knowledgable Reiki techniques. I especially liked the quotes.

My Instructor wanted this book for class. We used it in class and I felt it was self explainatory and very easy to folow.

This is an excellant Reiki primer for the beginning practioner as well as the experienced practioner. It offers precise conprehensive and detailed information. This is a must have book which is the ultimate resource guide for Reiki which you will eventually in time wear out from all the use.

As a former student of Ms. Morris, I will state that she and William Morris were quite emphatic about keeping the teachings sacred and authentic as taught by Grand Master Takata. Her history is to this day accurate.

This book gives a more balanced picture of Reiki. It is based on many personal conversations with Virginia Samdahl, the first Reiki Master trained by Madame Takada. Those people complaining about the price of direct linage Reiki would also like to buy a black belt in Karate.