The Reiki Journey

30/08/2026

11/04/2026

𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗸𝗶 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀! CRR invites you to take part in a study to better understand the personal, psychological, and spiritual qualities that may contribute to what is described in the research literature as the “healing presence” in Reiki practitioners. Healing presence refers to a state of awareness and relational engagement through which a practitioner may support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being in others. While previous research has primarily focused on the outcomes of Reiki treatments, relatively little research has examined the inner qualities and lived experiences of the practitioners themselves. This study seeks to explore qualities such as empathy, compassion, mindfulness, spirituality, intention, and transpersonal awareness, as well as early life and childhood experiences, using validated questionnaires and structured survey items. By examining these factors together, the study aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of how personal history and inner qualities may relate to healing presence in Reiki practice and to inform future research in this area.

If you choose to take part, you will be asked to complete a one-time anonymous online questionnaire, which will take approximately 20–30 minutes to complete.

Here's the survey link: https://uci.questionpro.com/reikisurvey

09/03/2026

RECONCILIATION – Provoke and Evolve
Reiki History through One Man’s Journey

A deep exploration of how division arises — and can be healed — within spiritual and healing traditions, seen through Frank Arjava Petter’s path from controversy to reconciliation today.

A deep exploration of how division arises — and can be healed — within spiritual and healing traditions, seen through Frank Arjava Petter’s path from controversy to reconciliation today. Through this intimate documentary, we follow one of Reiki’s most influential contemporary protagonists fr...

17/02/2026

Happy Lunar New Year – The Year of the Fire Horse!

✨ Happy Lunar New Year 2026 – The Year of the Fire Horse ✨

The Fire Horse symbolizes passion, courage, independence, and forward momentum. This year invites us to move boldly toward what sets our hearts on fire — while staying grounded in intention and self-awareness.

In holistic wellness, fire represents transformation. It reminds us that growth sometimes requires releasing what no longer serves us so we can step into clarity, vitality, and renewed purpose.

As we welcome this new lunar cycle, ask yourself:
🔥 What am I ready to pursue with confidence?
🔥 Where can I trust my inner strength more deeply?
🔥 How can I balance ambition with self-care?

May this year bring you energy, resilience, and meaningful progress — guided by both passion and peace.

30/01/2026

More research!

The ancient Japanese therapy has been shown to improve relaxation and sleep quality, and decrease pain, anxiety and fatigue.

28/01/2026

Beloved Source of all life,
Great Light of love, peace, and wisdom,
We invite Your presence now.

We ask that Reiki flow gently and powerfully
through the land of Minnesota,
through its rivers and forests, its cities and fields,
through every home, every heart, every soul.

May this healing energy bring peace where there is unrest,
comfort where there is sorrow,
clarity where there is confusion,
and hope where there is fear.

We ask that all who live here
be surrounded in divine light,
guided by compassion, understanding, and respect.
May kindness grow in every interaction,
and may justice, dignity, and unity be restored.

Let Reiki support the leaders, the healers, the teachers,
the parents, the children, and the elders.
May they act from wisdom and love
for the highest good of all.

We send healing to those who are suffering,
to those who feel unseen or unheard,
to those who carry heavy burdens in their hearts.
May they feel held, protected, and valued.

May Minnesota become a beacon of peace,
a place where hearts awaken,
where diversity is honored,
and where love is stronger than fear.

We give thanks for this healing,
knowing it is already flowing,
already working,
already complete.

With gratitude and humility,
we place this prayer in the light.

And so it is.
🙏✨

21/11/2025

29/10/2025

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗸𝗶 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲?

Just published in 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘔𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘦, a new study 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘈𝘳𝘦 𝘔𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘚𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘐𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘪𝘬𝘪 𝘗𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦? found most respondents surveyed routinely use meditation and spiritual connection to strengthen their Reiki practice and enhance their ability to channel Reiki to patients or clients. The authors conclude this information may stimulate inclusion of meditation and spirituality in the training of holistic healthcare professionals and help them communicate more effectively with their clients.

Read the paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0965229925001220?via%3Dihub

Two of the study’s co-authors will be presenting at the virtual International Reiki Research Conference on October 5th. CRR's Editor-in-Chief and IRCC plenary speaker Ann Baldwin will outline the ways that Reiki scientists can improve future research with reference to 𝘉𝘪𝘰𝘧𝘪𝘦𝘭𝘥 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘦𝘴: 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘴 and moderate the 𝘙𝘦𝘪𝘬𝘪 & 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰: 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘉𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘧 & 𝘚𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘋𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘶𝘦 panel discussion.

Also at IRRC on October 5th, co-author Vicky McLelland, research coordinator, UK Reiki Federation, will provide an overview of the organization's ambitious strategic program for research into Reiki.

See conference program at: https://centerforreikiresearch.com/conference-program/

Register for the conference at: https://centerforreikiresearch.com/conference-registration/

(Single day conference registrations are available, and all registrants will receive a recording of the conference.)
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26/10/2025

Please consider sending Reiki to Jamaica for the impending hurricane. 🙌🏼

09/08/2025

The Precepts come from the Reiki tradition yet we can all benefit from these powerful reminders. Also referred to as the Reiki Gokai, Reiki Principles or Reiki Ideals.
Tracks included are from The Reiki Journey: Guided Meditations for Mindful Living CD.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC8O44Fj7UA&t=2s
Full CD is available on iTunes and Amazon.

The Precepts come from the Reiki tradition yet we can all benefit from these powerful reminders. Also referred to as the Reiki Gokai, Reiki Principles or Rei...