Reiki is a Japanese technique for relaxation and stress reduction that can promote healing on a spirtiual, mental, emotional and physical level. Reiki was discovered in March of 1922 by Mikao Usui, deriving the term from the Japanese words rei, meaning "universal" and ki, meaning "life force energy," which flows through all living things.  If there is a restriction in this life force engergy, you will be more vulnerable to illness.  Ki is also the primary energy of our emotions, thoughts and spiritual life.  Reiki can unblock stagnant energy and allow the body to reestablish its natural balance and ability to heal physial ailments as well as open the mind and spirit as to the cause of disease, disharmony and pain.  It can assist the body in releasing toxins, removing negative blocks and be complementary to other forms of health treatments: lessening the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation as well as chronic or acute illnesses and disease.  Reiki can provide a deep sense of relaxation and feelings of peace, security and overall well-being.