Reiki First Degree Manual April 2013

Circle of Peace
FIRST DEGREE
USUI / TIBETAN REIKI
Linda Crabtree
Traditional Reiki Master/Teacher
www.circleofpeace.com
978.618.4336
Reiki First Degree Manual 1
Table of Contents
Agenda ................................................................................................................................. 2
Your Reiki Teacher............................................................................................................... 3
Introduction to Reiki.............................................................................................................. 4
What Is Reiki? .............................................................................................................. 5
How Does Reiki Work? ................................................................................................ 6
What Does Reiki Do? ................................................................................................... 7
When and Where Can I Give Reiki? ............................................................................ 8
Who Can I Give Reiki To? ............................................................................................ 9
How Can Reiki Help My Animal Companions? .......................................................... 10
How Do I Give Reiki? ................................................................................................. 12
The Story of Reiki ............................................................................................................... 13
Your Reiki Lineage ..................................................................................................... 14
Principles of Reiki ............................................................................................................... 15
Degrees or Levels or Reiki ................................................................................................. 16
Principles of Directing Reiki Energy ................................................................................... 17
Points To Remember ......................................................................................................... 18
Animals and Reiki............................................................................................................... 19
The Reiki Session with Equines ................................................................................. 21
The Reiki Session with Other Animals ....................................................................... 25
Treating Yourself with Reiki................................................................................................ 27
Hand Positions ........................................................................................................... 29
Treating Others with Reiki .................................................................................................. 32
Hand Positions ........................................................................................................... 33
Appendix ............................................................................................................................ 38
Circle of Peace April 2013

Agenda
Welcome
Introductions and what brought you to Reiki and this class
Opening meditation/prayer to join us to our higher power and to each other
Introduction to Reiki
o What Reiki is and how it works
o What Reiki does
o When and where to give Reiki
o Who to give Reiki to
o How Reiki can help your animal companions
o How to give Reiki
The story of Reiki

Reiki principles
Levels of Reiki
Your Attunement
Principles of directing Reiki energy

Points to remember
Animals and Reiki

The Reiki session with equines
The Reiki session with other animals
Introduction and hand positions for self treatment with Reiki

Introduction and hand positions for treating others with Reiki
Appendix
Closing meditation/prayer

Your Reiki Teacher

LINDA CRABTREE ~
Traditional Usui Reiki Master/Teacher.
Introduced to Reiki in 1999.
Been passionate about Reiki and practicing it ever since.
Completed Reiki Training

Reiki Master ~ 2006
Reiki Second Degree ~ 2002
Reiki First Degree ~ 2000
Started Reiki business, Circle of Peace, in 2007.
Offers Reiki to all animals, all people.
Teaches Reiki to people of all ages.
Provides Reiki for cats and dogs affiliated with Animal

Integrative Health Center (holistic).
Volunteers Reiki for equines at Lucky Horse Equine Rescue.
Volunteers Reiki for seniors at Bolton Senior Center.
Presenter/Teacher of Reiki First Degree at PATH Region One Conference in Vermont ~

Two day workshop ~ Become a Reiki Practitioner and Give Back to the Equine
Presented Giving Back to the Equine at ~

2011 Equine Wellness Expo ~ Amherst, MA
2011 NARHA Region One Conference in Kennebunkport, Maine
2010 NARHA National Conference in Denver, CO
Member of International Association of Reiki Professionals.
Member of PATH International.

As a Reiki practitioner,
my peaceful presence affects the peace in my family.
The peace in my family affects the peace in my neighborhood.
The peace in my neighborhood affects the peace in my community.
The peace continues and spreads until it unites our world together
into a
Circle of Peace.

Introduction to Reiki
After this class, your ability to give Reiki will be with you
for the rest of your life.
Celebrate your empowering gift.
It will be there for you to share with all living beings.
Reiki is LOVE.
Reiki is INTENT.
Reiki is PEACE.
Give it freely and often, with the intent of helping the recipients for their highest good.
The more you give it, the stronger your healing energy and intuition becomes.
Be open and allow and welcome the changes that come into your life.

WHAT IS REIKI?
A GIFT OF LOVE.
Love for yourself and others.
INTENT.
Intent to help a living being for their highest good; to feel better.
COMPASSION.
Compassion for you, your friends, family, animal companions,
acquaintances, strangers.
TWO JAPANESE WORDS.

Rei means a higher power; ki is life force energy ~ Spiritually guided life force energy.
ENERGY.
This life force energy is all around us and radiates from all livings things.
You can't see it, but you can feel it.
It is the life force of animals and humans and other living beings.
It's what keeps the body alive and affects physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well being.
Energy, (ki), also radiates from Mother Earth, the sun, the moon, and the stars.
This universal life force energy is also known as Reiki energy.
AN ANCIENT, TIBETAN HANDS-ON METHOD OF NATURAL HEALING.

A safe and non-invasive method that encourages healing and well being.
It is a system of attaining and promoting wholeness of mind, body, and spirit.
Reiki can be used alone or in conjunction with

other types of healing or medical practices.
EMPOWERMENT.
Reiki practitioners can give Reiki to themselves and others to feel better.
A SPIRITUAL PRACTICE.
Reiki does not conflict with religious beliefs.
People of any religion or worldview can use it.

HOW DOES REIKI WORK?
SIMPLY.
During a Reiki treatment
The Reiki practitioner lays hands on or directly above the recipients body, or beams the Reiki to the
recipient.
The Reiki energy flows through the Reiki practitioner to the recipients body.
The Reiki practitioner is the connection

between
the energy in the universe
and
the recipient.
THE ATTUNEMENT
To be able to share this beautiful Reiki energy with others,

you will receive an attunement.
The attunement is a spiritual blessing that is passed from me to you.
The attunement opens and clears any blockages,

allowing access to the Reiki energy that will flow through you to the recipient.
With the attunement you receive a higher or finer level of energy.

As your energy bodies expand and adjust to your increased Ki (energy), you will be able to handle
more energy, which allows you to open even further.

WHAT DOES REIKI DO?
Reiki supports the bodys natural ability to heal itself.
Reiki is a tool that you can use to ~
relax the body, allowing it to heal.
reduce pain.
speed up the healing process.
reduce stress or anxiety. If we do not take the time to release stress and anxiety naturally, it will
manifest itself into the physical body in the way of illness.
minimize feelings of helplessness when faced with situations such as illness, aging, depression
of others.
balance the bodys chakras or energy centers.
bring peace of mind.
encourage personal growth and transformation on all levels.
restore wholeness to body, mind and spirit.
increase energy and ability to engage in life.
maintain positive wellness.
strengthen immune system.
balance the left and right hemispheres of the brain, and the organs and glands and their bodily
function.
enhance meditation.
treat symptoms and causes of illnesses.
in emergency situations or when used with medical and other procedures.
revitalize yourself as well while giving Reiki to others.

WHEN AND WHERE CAN I GIVE REIKI?
Simply.
Anytime you wish to.

Anywhere you wish to.
Inside.
Outside.
Standing up.
Sitting down.
Laying down.
Animal rescue.
Hospice.
Senior Centers.
Childrens Hospitals.
The vets office.
Your home.
Your friends home.
The grocery store.
The office.
The barn.
The airplane.
The car.
The hospital.
The doctors office.
Emergency situation.
On the phone waiting for a live person to answer.
The movie theater.
Listening to music.

WHO CAN I GIVE REIKI TO?
Simply.
To anyone
who has given you permission to give Reiki.
who you have asked permission to give Reiki (e.g. animal, someone in a coma, a plant)
To anyone or anything that is made up of energy ~

Animal.
Human.
Plant.
Car.
Water.
Food.
To anyone or anything that is

Healthy.
Sick.
Happy.
Sad.
Depressed.
Anxious.
Scared.
Being Born.
Crossing Over.

HOW CAN REIKI HELP MY ANIMAL COMPANIONS?
Animals are good for our soul.

They keep us physically active.
They help us to relieve stress, sadness, put a smile on our face.
They teach children and adults about
love,
compassion,
responsibility,
respect.
They help people who are lonely.
They help people who are depressed;
to get out of bed in the morning.
They help people who are unable to see.
Reiki is a wonderful way to give back to our animal friends.

As with humans, Reiki supports the animal bodys natural ability to heal itself on the physical, mental,
emotional, and spiritual levels in the following ways:
LOVE.
Reiki is another way to demonstrate your love for the
animals in your circle of life.
Giving Reiki is a gift for you and your animal

companion to be together.
It deepens and strengthens the connection and
communication between human and animal
companion.
RELAXATION.
Reiki allows the animal to be, allowing muscles to relax
and increasing the bodys natural ability to heal itself.
Relaxation increases circulation and sends more oxygen
and nutrients into the body.

How Does Reiki Help My Animal Companions? contd.
RELIEF OF STRESS AND ANXIETY.

Reiki promotes confidence and calm, reducing tension, worry, depression
caused by a move, a loss, or abuse.
If stress and anxiety is not released in the body naturally,

it can present itself in the physical body in the way of illness.
Reiki energy clears negativity.
Emotional issues can heal.
Physical disease can begin to heal.
PAIN REDUCTION.
Reiki helps to clear any blockages in the body,
aiding in reduction of pain and speeding up the healing process.
Reiki works in conjunction with other medical treatments

to reduce side effects and promote recovery.
PEACE OF MIND AND BODY.

Reiki brings calm and quiet to your animal friend and to you;
to an animal that is coming into the world
or crossing over.

HOW DO I GIVE REIKI?
There are different methods to use when giving Reiki.

They are the same for animals and humans.
The method you choose will depend on the situation, the environment, and
the recipient of the Reiki energy.
Hands-on Reiki.
The physical placing of the hands on the recipient using various hand positions that
cover parts of and/or the entire body.
Beaming Reiki Across the Room.

This technique can be used when you are unable to get close to the recipient.
Animals ~ use to connect with an animal that is wild and/or not used to being touched, e.g. fish, a
coyote or bird in your backyard; a hurt animal in the road; for scared, nervous or aggressive animals;
for an animal that is in an enclosure, e.g. in a wildlife refuge, a pet store, hospital, zoo, or aquarium.
Its a good way to calm a nervous domestic animal such as a dog or cat before moving closer for
hands-on treatment.
Humans ~ use when youre sitting in a meeting, at the grocery store, or if the person youre treating it
contagious or ill.
Reiki with Hands Hovering Over the Body.

Place hands directly above the recipients body, without touching. The recipient will receive the same
benefits as the hands-on method.
Animals ~ use when the animal is OK with your presence, but does not want to be touched, or the
hands-on treatment is too intense for the animal. The animal will tell you if this is the case ~ you may
get the look, the animal may shift their weight, tense up.
Humans ~ use when the person youre treating is uncomfortable with your hands being placed
directly on the body; when treating the private parts of a recipient; the breasts, genital area, buttocks.
Distant Reiki
This method can be given anywhere; you dont need to be near the animal or human to give Reiki.
The techniques of distant Reiki are covered in Reiki II training.
Group Reiki
The recipient, whether human or animal, gets a surge of Reiki energy when multiple people give Reiki
at the same time. Get together with other Reiki practitioners and give a Reiki treatment together.
This amplifies the amount of love and healing that the recipient receives.

The Story of Reiki
Three individuals are responsible for developing and bringing the Reiki healing system to the West and
into our lives. They are Dr. Mikao Usui, Dr. Chujiro Hayashi, and Mrs. Hawayo Takata.
Dr. Mikao Usui. This history of Reiki begins with Usui, born in 1865 in Japan. Dr. Usui studied
medicine, psychology and religion, along with various spiritual practices and philosophies from other
cultures, including Christianity and Buddhism.
In 1922, due to personal and business strife, he was led on a path to pursue his
spiritual truth. He went on a journey to a sacred mountain in Japan called Mt.
Kurama where he fasted and meditated for 21 days on the mountaintop. Usui
had visited this mountain many times to meditate and seek enlightenment.
During this retreat, Usui had a profound experience ~ he received

enlightenment and a wonderful gift ~ the ability to give healing to others without
depleting his own energy ~ the simple, gentle system of Reiki.
Mikau Usui practiced and taught Reiki throughout Japan. He created a school where he taught and
shared his spiritual experiences. His goal was to provide students with tools for their own healing and
spiritual growth ~ tools to use each day to promote happiness and well being. These tools are:
Reiki Principles or Ideals

Reiki Hand Positions
Meditation
Symbols
Attunement/Initiation Process
Mikao Usui died in 1926 of a stroke. Before he died, he trained 21 students at the Master Teacher level
and asked Chujiro Hayashi, one of his students, to further develop the system of Reiki.
Dr. Chujiro Hayashi. Dr. Hayashi was a retired naval officer and a surgeon. He brought a medical
approach to the practice of Reiki with his knowledge of anatomy and medicine. He created a manual of
hand positions that treated different illnesses of the body and organs. He set
up the first Reiki clinic, which brought Reiki healing into the medical world.
Hayashi developed the process of passing on Reiki to students by using
symbols and mantras during the attunement process.
In 1940, World War II began and Hayashi knew that he would be called back
to the call of duty. He decided to end his life rather than be forced to kill
people in military action. Before he died, he passed his leadership of Reiki to
one of his students, Mrs. Hawayo Takata.

The Story of Reiki, contd.

Mrs. Hawayo Takata. Takata is responsible for bringing Reiki to the West from Japan. Her
introduction to Reiki was through her own illnesses.
Mrs. Hawayo Takata was born in Hawaii in 1900. Her parents emigrated from
Japan and worked hard on a sugar cane plantation in Hawaii. Takata married an
employee of the plantation and had two daughters.
After her husband died of a heart attack in 1930, she worked hard to provide for her
family, and suffered a nervous breakdown and severe physical problems. In 1935,
she decided to travel to Japan to take care of her health and personal matters.
Weeks later as she was about to have surgery, she heard a voice saying The
operation is not necessary. She heard it again on the operating table and before
she was given anesthesia, she asked the surgeon if there was another way to heal.
He told Takata about Hayashis Reiki clinic.
Takata lived at the clinic and received daily treatments. In four months, she was healed in mind, body,
and spirit. She persuaded Hayashi to teach Reiki to her. She studied with Hayashi and brought the
system back to her birthplace of Hawaii. Hayashi and his daughter followed her to Hawaii to help
Takata set up a Reiki practice.
Before she died in 1980, Takata initiated 22 Reiki Masters.
Your Reiki Lineage
You!
Linda Crabtree
Colleen Jones-Turner
Mary Carol Weber
William L. Rand
Bethal Phaigh
Mrs. Hawayo Takata
Dr.Chujiro Hayashi
Dr. Mikao Usui

Principles of Reiki
Reiki not only heals diseases, but also amplifies innate abilities,
balances the spirit,
makes the body healthy,
and thus helps achieve happiness.
This quote was taken, and then translated, from Mikao Usuis Memorial in Tokyo in 1927.
Usui presented these Principles to use as a tool, along with Reiki, for personal and spiritual growth.
The Reiki Principles are five simple statements describing how to live ~ just for today.
These principles are universal values and do not violate any ones religion or religious ethics.
You may find other variations of the Reiki Principles; however, the meanings are essentially the same.
Just for today, I will let go of anger.
Just for today, I will let go of worry.
Just for today, I will honor my parents, teachers and elders.
Just for today, I will work honestly.
Just for today, I will be kind to all living things and myself.
Two more Principles that I follow each day:
Just for today, I will count my blessings.
Just for today, I will be humble.
Use the Principles that call to you, that you are comfortable with and feel right to you.
Make your best effort to practice them each day.
With more practice, comes more peace of mind and well being.

Degrees or Levels of Reiki
Three degrees of Reiki are taught traditionally.
First Degree Reiki

The basic level.
It is for those who want to learn how to heal themselves and others.
Four attunements are given in classes of 1 or 2 people.

One attunement is given for a class of 3 or more people.
The course includes information on the definition of Reiki, its story, and what it does.
Principles and ethical guidelines for using Reiki, as well as the specific hand positions, are also taught.
After you have received all four attunements, you are connected to the Reiki energy and are
empowered with the ability to channel the Reiki energy to others.
Second Degree Reiki

For those who have completed First Degree and have continuously been using Reiki for at least three
months (or when the student feels ready emotionally and spiritually).
It is for those individuals who wish to be able to give Reiki long distance (Distance Healing).
One attunement is given.
A specific method used for sending Reiki over distance to another being will be presented, along with
information on the symbols used for distance healing and the healing of mental/emotional disorders.
Third Degree Reiki

The Master/Teachers degree.
For those who have completed Second Degree and who have been practicing it for at
least nine months.
Its for individuals who wish to teach Reiki to others.
This degree is for those who are committed to bringing love and healing into the circle of life ~ for
themselves, others, animals and our earth.
You will learn a symbol that works on a spiritual level and receive one attunement.

Principles of Directing Reiki Energy
As a Reiki practitioner, its important to know, respect, and follow these principles.
Show respect.
Ask permission to give Reiki to the recipient.
In many cases, the human or the animals human has asked you for a Reiki session.
Even so, with the animal, I also mentally and/or verbally ask permission.
Send the Reiki energy with the intent that its for the recipients highest good;
that youre an open and pure channel of Reiki energy and light.
Let go of the intent of healing the recipient.

The Reiki energy does the healing; you are the connection to this healing energy.
The Reiki energy needs no directing from you;

let it do its work and trust that it will go where it needs to go.
Don't judge the effectiveness, the energy is working.
Where awareness is focused, energy is concentrated and becomes manifested.
Honor the energy, yourself/intention and the recipient for the work performed.
A Reiki practitioner cannot promise that Reiki will cure a particular dis-ease,
or promise any other results.
The Reiki practitioner is not in control of where the Reiki energy goes; it is not predictable.
Never diagnose an illness.
Never give advice.
Never prescribe anything.

Points to Remember
Love, Intent and Peace.

Thats what Reiki is all about.
Reiki brings healing;

healing brings Peace.
This is sacred work.

Always treat the recipient and the process with great respect.
Ground yourself;
never start a treatment when youre angry or upset.
Reiki can never do harm.
No one can make a mistake.
Respect what you feel; you do not have to give Reiki to everyone.
Remain true to yourself and trust your judgment.
Relax and remain aware of any changes in the feel in the palm of your hands.
Do not concentrate too hard.
Trust your instinctive feel, or intuition.
Do what feels right at the moment; allow your hands to travel where they wish to go;
do not feel that you must follow each hand position.
If there are broken bones or open wounds, wait to treat with Reiki
until the area has been set or stitched.
The Reiki energy can heal the area too quickly and too much before the
proper medical procedures need to be performed.
Give Reiki to other areas until the procedures have been completed.
Use Reiki regularly after your attunements;

it keeps your channels open and growing.
Reiki is not intended as a substitute for the advice and treatment

of a veterinarian or medical professional.
If youre in any doubt about a medical condition, you should first consult your doctor.

Animals and Reiki

Animals dig Reiki!
Animals are very open and sensitive to the Reiki energy.

They know exactly how much they need and where they need it.
Listen to the animal.

Animals will tell you when a session is over; when theyre done.
Animals will break off the contact energetically, or by leaving or getting restless.
If animals need more, they will come back and ask for more,
perhaps again and again.
You as the Reiki practitioner must trust and respect the animals decision ~
even if the session lasts only 10 minutes.
If youre treating an animal client, be sure and tell the animals human about this before the session
begins; this helps to reduce any expectations.
It has been my experience that animals feel more comfortable and relaxed in their own environment, so
I give the treatment in their home whenever possible.
You can beam the Reiki to animals that are wild and/or not used to being
touched, to animals in a closed environment, or to aggressive or anxious
animals. Be sure to thank the universe and the Reiki energy for directing
itself to the animal.
To treat smaller animals such as birds, mice, hamsters ~ allow the animal to
be surrounded in Reiki energy within your cupped hands; theyre unable to
fly or run away. They will soon become quieter.
For animals that are in an enclosure,

e.g. fish, place your hands around the
tank and allow the energy to flow
between your hands.
To treat larger animals, e.g. horses,

cows; in order for them to receive a
healthy dose of Reiki energy, it usually takes more time
and more hand positions.
Generally, it a good idea to avoid working directly with areas of wounds or recent surgery, as these
may still be too sensitive. Give Reiki to an area next to the wound.
You may also Reiki the animals food and water. This purifies and enhances the nutritional value of the
food and provides residual Reiki energy to the animal when consumed.

Animals and Reiki, contd.
The following principles and guidelines for working with animals and Reiki were developed by
Kathleen Prasad, Founder of Animal Reiki Source.
I believe and follow these words and wish to pass them along to you to use in whatever way you
choose to practice Reiki ~ personal and/or business.
These principles will help to guide you with your Reiki practice with animals.
I believe the animals are equal partners in the healing process.
I honor the animals as being not only my clients, but also my teachers in the journey of healing.
I understand that all animals have physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects, to which Reiki can
bring profound healing responses.
I believe that bringing Reiki to the human/animal relationship is transformational to the human view of
the animal kingdom.
I dedicate myself to the virtues of humility, integrity, compassion and gratitude in my Reiki practice.
In working with the animals, follow these guidelines:
I work in partnership with the animal.
I always ask permission of the animal before beginning, and respect his or her decision to
accept or refuse any treatment.
I listen intuitively and observe the animal's body language in determining the response.
I allow each animal to choose how to receive his or her treatment; thus each treatment could be a
combination of hands-on, short distance and/or distant healing, depending on the animal's preference.
I let go of my expectations about how the treatment should progress and/or how the animal should
behave during the treatment, and simply trust Reiki.
I accept the results of the treatment without judgment and with gratitude toward Reiki and the animal's
openness and participation in the process.

The Reiki Session with Equines
One of the cool things about treating equines and all animals with Reiki
is that they have no preconceptions, no judgment, no objectivity. They
go with what they feel; their head doesnt get in the way. Reiki helps to
bring the equine back to better health on all levels and its a great way
to encourage bonding with humans.
In my experience, ALL equines have responded to the Reiki energy,

entering a state of relaxation.
Decide where you will give the Reiki treatment. Its best to give the Reiki when it is not breakfast or
dinnertime, and in a place that is quiet and with little distraction. It can be a paddock or stall. I prefer to
have no ties between the equine and me. I use a halter only if its necessary, e.g. if the treatment is
given in a larger space and the equine wanders off, or if the horse is on cross ties. However, in my
experience, even in a large pasture or paddock, once the equine feels the Reiki energy, they choose to
stay in my space with the energy.
A complete Reiki treatment on an average-sized horse can take up to 60-75 minutes; more or less
depending on the size of the equine. And remember, listen to the animal.
They will tell you when the session is over.
Before the treatment.

Allow the equine to come to you. Give the equine time to smell you, get to
know you, before doing any hands-on.
When you feel that the equine is OK with your presence, begin to stroke
the equine, moving in a slow and respectful manner. Give a scratch in a
favorite spot!
Honor and respect the equine and the Reiki process ~
Always mentally or verbally ask permission of the equine (even though in many cases the equines
human has asked for Reiki). Ask the equine to show you where healing is needed.
Connect with the Reiki energy and the equine.

Heres some ideas on how to obtain the connection:
Get quiet and detach yourself from distractions
Take deep breaths; close your eyes; place your hand on your heart.
State an intention or prayer, such as:
It is my intention that this animal receives the highest good from this session.
I pray that I may be a clear and open channel for the Reiki energy.
Thank you (angels, spirit guides, God, universe) for your presence today at my healing.
I pray that I give and receive Reiki with love, acceptance, and compassion.
I pray that I am surrounded and protected by the light and love of Reiki and its guides.
Meditate. It brings peace and inspiration. It creates the space so that you can become conscious of
your spiritual connection.

During the treatment.

First scan the equine. This will give you an insight into areas of imbalance. Keep one hand on the
equine and place your other hand directly above the equines body in their energy field. Steadily move
your hand from their head to tail, then upper body to the feet. Feel and take note of any areas that pull
in more energy through your hands or areas that have blockages. These areas may feel stagnant,
warm or cold.
Note: If the equine is anxious or unsettled, or dangerous due to behavioral issues such as abuse, or
because of extreme physical pain, beam the Reiki energy to the equine (thanking the Reiki for
directing itself to the animal). When the equine begins to relax and youre feeling safe, consider placing
hands-on. If not, continue to beam the energy. Speak calmly and quietly with the equine.
After scanning, place your hands on the equines shoulder. This is a neutral and non-threatening area
for the equine and enables you to connect and start the flow of Reiki energy. You can work with your
hands touching the equines body or directly above it.
Place your hands on areas that presented themselves during the scanning. If you didnt feel anything in
a particular area, thats OK. Begin with the head, making your way down the equines body to the tail.
You may also use the hand positions that cover the equines entire body shown on the following page.
Maintain continuous contact with the body as you move to different areas. If the equine has a physical
concern in a particular area, such as a sore tendon or joint, or lameness, focus the energy on that point.
Follow your instincts and listen to where the equine asks you to touch.
You will find over time and with practice that your hands will intuitively go where they need to go.
As an equine receives, feels and accepts the Reiki energy, they will present signs such as:
Lowering of head
Soft eyes
Licking and chewing
Dropping the bottom lip
Moving the jaw
Blowing out gently through nostrils
Gut sounds
Breathing deeply
Resting a hind foot
After the treatment.

To close the session, make a sweeping motion down the length of the body, three times, beginning at
the head, to seal in the energy.
Allow the equine to remain quiet (for the rest of the day if possible) and make sure water is available.
Give thanks ~
to the equine for the opportunity to give Reiki and to help them heal for their highest good,
to the Reiki energy and any guides you may have called in,
to yourself, for your ability and willingness to give Reiki.

Hand Positions for Equines
These hand positions are included in the book, Hands-On Energy Therapy for Horses and Riders by Clare Wilde.
Thanks Clare for this useful information that will help our equines to feel better.

Human and Equine Chakra Locations
Again, thanks go to Clare Wilde for the information on this page that can be found in her book Hands-On Energy Therapy
for Horses and Riders.

The Reiki Session with Other Animals
Before a treatment.
Each time youre introduced to the animal that youre going to treat, slowly and gently offer your hand
and allow the animal to approach you ~ to smell you, feel you out.
When introduced, I never try to pat an animal on the head or put my hand over them.
This is considered a dominant position. The animal may not understand your intention and may get
anxious or aggressive.
For smaller animals, get down on the floor, at the animals level,
to help the animal to feel more comfortable, less threatened.
Invite the animals person to sit with you.
Sit near the animals favorite spot.
Speak softly and friendly to the animal.
Show respect to the animal and to the Reiki process ~

Always mentally or verbally ask permission of the animal that
you treat to give Reiki (even though in many cases the animals
human will ask you to treat their animal). Ask the animal to show
you where healing is needed.
Connect with the Reiki energy and the animal.

Get quiet and detach yourself from distractions.

Take deep breaths; close your eyes; place hands on heart.
It is my intention that this animal receives the highest good from this session.
As the animal is getting used to your being in his/her space, beam the Reiki toward the direction of the
animal or into the area that youre sitting.
Talk with the animals person.
Learn more about the animal.
Answer any questions.
Remember to keep your awareness on the animal and its presence.
When the animal comes into your space, remain quiet and calm, and give the animal a chance to smell
you, to get used to being near you before you do any hands-on.
Once you feel that the animal is OK with your presence, give a pat, scratch behind the ears, or play
with a toy. As you begin to feel a connection, begin to stroke the animal, moving in a slow and
respectful manner.

The Reiki Session with Other Animals, contd.
During a treatment.
Lay your hands where the animal likes to be touched.
If the animal moves away from your hands in a particular position, move on to another part of the
body.
Some animals may be unsettled when introduced to the hands-on method for the first time.
And thats OK.
They may move around, go in and out of the room, or
be a distance away from you for a few minutes.
If this happens, beam the Reiki until the animal quiets
down and allows you to place your hands on the body.
To help the animal to feel safer, continue to speak
quietly and softly while giving the Reiki treatment.
Slowly stroking or massaging the animal while youre
giving the treatment often helps to reduce the animals
anxiety.
Try to cover all the major organs and joint areas of the
body.
If there is a particular concern or problem that the
animals human has told me about, I spend more time
on that area.
I have found that many animals are more sensitive around

the face.
You may wish to treat this area after a few minutes when the
animal is more familiar with the Reiki energy and in a more
relaxed state of mind and body.
Allow the animal and the Reiki to guide you as to where the
animal wants or needs the Reiki.
It has been my experience that some animals will position

themselves right into my hands to make sure I get the right
spot.
Remember, listen to the animal. They will tell you when the
session is over.
After a treatment.
To close the session, make a sweeping motion down the
length of the body, three times, beginning at the head, to seal in the energy.
Allow the animal to remain quiet (for the rest of the day if possible) and make sure water is available.
Give thanks ~
to the animal for the opportunity to give Reiki and to help them heal for their highest good,
to the Reiki energy and any guides you may have called in,
to yourself, for your ability and willingness to give Reiki.

Treating Yourself with Reiki
Being able to give Reiki to yourself is a gift to you from the universe.
It will help you to feel and experience the energy.
And you can choose when and where you give it to yourself.
Reiki is a spiritual practice.

It can empower you to become more aware of any issues that need attention on all levels in your body.
It can give you new vitality and inner strength to learn and practice new behaviors and thoughts when
dealing with everyday life.
Follow the hand positions on the following pages and make the time to do it each day, no matter how
much time you have.
A few minutes is better than none at all.
If you have more time, enjoy 3-5 minutes with each hand position; if you have less time, skip some of
the positions or do each position for 30 seconds.
I find it relaxing and comforting to begin and/or end my day with Reiki while lying in bed.
Before you begin.

Connect with the Reiki energy.
Your connection is always there, but may be drowned out by the noise around you and in your head.
Heres some ideas on how to obtain the connection ~
Get quiet and detach yourself from distractions

It is my intention that I receive the highest good from this session.

Treating Yourself with Reiki, contd.
During your treatment.

Get out of your own way.
Allow the energy to flow; leave behind all of your own judgments, needs, perceptions and issues and
focus on the energy itself.
Keep your hands in a relaxed position and be gentle with your touch.
As with any new skill, the more you practice, the more comfortable you will become.
And with Reiki, the more you do, the more energy will flow and the more intuitive you shall become.
More peace of mind will come to you in your circle of life and our planet.
After your treatment.

Give thanks ~
for the Reiki energy and your ability to give Reiki,
to any guides that were with you during the session,
and to yourself for taking the time to take care of you.

Hand Positions for Treating Yourself
FIGURE 1: FIRST POSITION

Brain
Pituitary Gland
Nervous System
Nose Eyes
Headaches
Sinus Infections
Allergies
Vision
Toothaches
Pituitary Gland
FIGURE 2: SECOND POSITION

Brain
Pineal Gland
Nervous System
FIGURE 3: THIRD POSITION

Balances right and left sides of the brain for clearer thinking
Sends energy down the spine
Pineal Gland
Alternate Position: Left hand at base of head, right hand above,

each hand facing toward opposite ear.
FIGURE 4: FOURTH POSITION

Nose
Eyes
Teeth
Jaw
Ears
Alternate Positions: Hold your hands with fingers facing upward

over your ears.
Separate your fingers so that two are in front of the ear and two
are behind the ear.

FIGURE 5: FIFTH POSITION

Thyroid Gland
Lungs
FIGURE 6: SIXTH POSITION

Thyroid Gland
Lungs
Thymus Gland
FIGURE 7: SEVENTH POSITION

Heart
Circulatory System
Thymus Gland
Lungs
FIGURE 8: EIGHTH POSITION

Digestive Organs:
Stomach
Liver
Gallbladder
Intestines
Spleen
Pancreas
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Gatrointestinal Disorders

FIGURE 9: NINTH POSITION

Reproductive Organs
FIGURE 10: TENTH POSITION

Adrenal Glands
Bladder
Pelvic Area
Spine
FIGURE 11: ELEVENTH POSITION

Neck and Shoulder Aches
FIGURE 12: TWELFTH POSITION

Spine
Kidneys
Adrenal Glands (Energy Levels)
Physical or Emotional Trauma
THIRTEENTH POSITION: Rest your hands on your buttocks, fingers pointing down, hands touching each
other. This position helps you to feel grounded and centered.
FOURTEENTH POSITION: Knees: Cover your knees with your hands.
FIFTEENTH POSITION: Ankles: Place your hands around your ankles.
SIXTEENTH POSITION: Feet: Place your hands on the bottom of each foot.

Treating Others with Reiki
Being able to give Reiki is a gift for the recipients and you from the universe.
When you give Reiki to others, you too are receiving and will benefit from the Reiki energy.
Follow the hand positions on the following pages.

A full treatment takes about 1 1 hours, depending on what positions you use, and how much time
you spend on each position.
Before a treatment.
Connect with the Reiki energy.
Your connection is always there, but may be drowned out by the noise around you and in your head.
Get quiet and detach yourself from distractions; state an intention or prayer, such as:
It is my intention that (name of recipient) receives the highest good from this session.
Thank you (angels, spirit guides, God, universe) for your presence today at this Reiki healing
session for (name of recipient).
I pray that (name of recipient) and I are surrounded and protected by the light and love of Reiki
and its guides.
During a treatment.
Get out of your own way.
Allow the energy to flow; leave behind all of your own judgments, needs, perceptions
and issues and focus on the energy itself.
If you need to make someone better, youll be less likely to help them.
This is because your focus is on you and your need to help, instead of focusing on being a Reiki
channel.
Keep your hands in a relaxed position and be gentle with your touch.
After a treatment.
To close the session, make a sweeping motion down the length of the body, three times, beginning at
the head, to seal in the energy.
Give thanks ~
for the Reiki energy,
for your gift ~ the ability to give Reiki,
to any guides that were with you during the session,
and to the recipient of the Reiki energy.

Hand Positions for Treating Others
The Front ~ Practitioner stands or sits behind recipient of Reiki energy.
FIGURE 1: FIRST POSITION

Brain
Pituitary Gland
Nervous System
Nose Eyes
Headaches
Sinus Infections
Allergies
Vision
Toothaches
FIGURE 2: SECOND POSITION

Brain
Pineal Gland
Nervous System

Nose
Eyes
Teeth
Jaw
Ears
Alternate Position:
Separate your fingers so that two are in front of
the ear and two are behind the ear.

Balances right and left sides of the brain for
clearer thinking
Sends energy down the spine
Pineal Gland

FIGURE 5: FIFTH POSITION

Throat
Thyroid Gland
Lungs
The Front ~ Practitioner comes to side of recipient.
FIGURE 6: SIXTH POSITION

Heart
Circulatory System: Heart, Veins, Arteries, Lungs
Breasts
Thymus Gland
Throat
Thyroid Gland
Alternate Position: Lay hands between breasts, one hand in front

of the other, fingers pointing toward feet.
FIGURE 7: SEVENTH POSITION

Digestive Organs: Stomach, Liver, Gallblader, Intestines
Spleen, Pancreas
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Gatrointestinal Disorders
FIGURE 8: EIGHTH POSITION

Digestive Organs: Pancreas, Stomach, Gallbladder, Liver
Intestines

FIGURE 9: NINTH POSITION

Reproductive Organs
FIGURE 10: TENTH POSITION

Adrenal Glands
Bladder
Pelvic Area
Spine
Alternate Position: Treat with hands above body.
FIGURE 11: ELEVENTH POSITION

Knee Pain
FIGURE 12: TWELFTH POSITION

Balances the energy of the right and left legs.
ALTERNATE POSITION
Ankles and knees at one time. Do both legs.

The Front ~ Practitioner moves to bottom, facing feet of recipient.
FIGURE 13: THIRTEENTH POSITION
Brings Reiki energy down to the feet which grounds and

balances the energy in the body.
Use a firm touch so that you dont tickle the recipient.
Alternate Position: Treat one foot at a time, with one hand on

ankle and one hand touching sole of foot.
The Back ~ Practitioner returns to head of recipient, standing or sitting at side of table.
Recipient rolls over onto belly.
FIGURE 14: FOURTEENTH POSITION
Relieves Tension
Relieves Neck and Shoulder Aches
Takes the weight of the world off your shoulders.
FIGURE 15: FIFTEENTH POSITION
Heart
Lungs
Spine

FIGURE 16: SIXTEENTH POSITION
Kidneys
Adrenal Glands (Energy Levels)
FIGURE 17: SEVENTEENTH POSITION
Lower Back Pain

Release Tension
EIGHTEENTH POSITION: Treat buttocks with hands above the body.

NINETEENTH POSITION: Knees: Place your hands on back of knees.
TWENTIETH POSITION: Ankles: Place your hands on back of ankles. Helps to balance the energy of the
right and left legs.
Alternate Position for Knees and Ankles: Treat one leg at a time, with one hand on back of knee and
one hand on ankle.
TWENTY-FIRST POSITION: Feet: Place hands firmly on the bottom of each foot.

APPENDIX
Chakras and Reiki

As you continue with your Reiki practice, it can be helpful to have a basic understanding
of the chakra system and its function.
WHAT IS A CHAKRA?
Human and animal bodies have many chakras. Their purpose is to regulate the flow of energy through
the energy system and transform information between the different levels of the body ~ physical,
spiritual, mental, and emotional. The functioning of these chakras is a reflection of what we are thinking,
feeling, how we are reacting and responding to everyday life.
The animal and human body is made up of two systems:
The physical system: The Anatomy

What you can touch.
Parts, organs, glands and their function.
The subtle system: Chakras

What you can feel.
The spirit, the soul.
Overlays the physical body.
These two energetic systems complement each other and work together to support a healthy
functioning body.
Chakra is an Indian Sanskrit word that means circle of energy.

Each chakra is connected and sends energy to a certain part, organ and system of the body.
The health of each chakra is constantly changing and is affected by the happenings of each day.
Each chakra is a reflection of the physical state of the body ~ dis-ease, pain; and the emotional and
mental state of the body ~ thoughts, feelings, and reactions and responses to everyday life.
The ability to deal with a situation depends upon the initial condition of each chakra.
Animals, as well as humans, have seven major chakras that are located throughout the body.
Animals have one more major chakra called the Brachial chakra.
Animals also have six bud chakras, four on the paw pads and one at each bud of skin at the
opening of the ears.
The first chakra starts at the base of the spine and moves upward toward the heavens with the last
chakra at the crown of the head.

Chakras and Reiki, contd.
WHAT IS THE CONNECTION BETWEEN CHAKRAS AND REIKI?

All humans and animals have a physical system (the anatomy) and a subtle system (the aura). Chakras
are connected to each of these systems, and the different hand positions given in a Reiki session treat
both of these systems.
There is a clear connection between the condition of a chakra and the condition of the corresponding
organ or gland.
A chakra can be overactive, underactive, or in balance.
If a chakra is blocked or closed, the energy is unable to move through it properly and the energy
doesnt get to the organ or body part it governs.
This can lead to pain, illness, emotional and behavioral problems.
The Reiki energy opens blocked chakras, allowing the energy to flow and to create balance to the body
on all levels and the related organs and glands.
WHERE ARE THE CHAKRAS ON AN ANIMALS BODY?

The following pages provide you with ~
Information about the anatomy and chakra locations on the equine, feline and canine.
A chakra chart with the location, function/purpose, body areas, and signs of imbalance.
The location of the chakras is universal for all animals.

Chakra positions are approximate, as animal sizes and shapes vary.
The association of a chakra with a particular organ, system, or gland is a guide, not a hard-and-fast
rule.
Use your intuition, your gut, to determine which chakra is affected if youre working on a particular
problem.
DO I HAVE TO TREAT THE CHAKRAS DURING A REIKI SESSION?

Its your choice; do what feels comfortable to you.
You may use a more a systemic approach by treating the bodys chakras using their respective hand
positions;
Some practitioners find it helpful to follow the chart when first working with Reiki.
OR
You can go with your gut; go with what you sense or feel is in pain or imbalanced.
Either way, the animal receives the Reiki energy and its benefits.
With animals, begin with the Brachial chakra. This is a non-threatening area and can encourage the
animal to calm down, learn to trust you, and make a connection.
Its not necessary to send Reiki to each and every chakra center on the animals body.
Some animals may be sensitive to a certain area and not let you near it.
And thats OK.

This chakra chart gives you a general understanding of what each animal chakra represents, its attributes, and
how each affects the body differently.
CHAKRA LOCATION FUNCTION/ BODY AREAS SIGNS OF IMBALANCE
PURPOSE
8 ~ BRACHIAL Shoulders Connect/bond with Head, chest, neck Refusal to connect
the animal Not wanting to be touched
Color: Black
7 ~ CROWN Top of head Controls every Brain, pituitary gland, Withdrawn, depression, skin
between the aspect of animal skin, spine, nervous problems
Color: Purple ears mind and body. system
Connection to
spirit.
6 ~ THIRD EYE OR Center of Self acceptance Head, respiratory, Hearing loss,
BROW forehead forelegs, paws, face, distant/distracted, poor
above eyes ears, eyes, nose, fur, eyesight
Color: Dark Blue hair, pineal gland
5 ~ THROAT Over vocal Communication Throat, mouth, teeth, Excessively noisy,

chords jaws, thyroid, lungs uncommunicative, not
Color: Blue responsive to commands,
excessive chewing,
excessive barking
affects metabolism
4 ~ HEART Breast/front of Love, Heart, circulation, Anger, fear, heart problems,

chest to relationships, chest, lungs, blood pressure, asthma
Color: Green behind (herd) breathing, thymus
forelegs gland
3 ~ SOLAR PLEXUS Middle Personal Digestive tract, Dejected, aggressive,
Abdominal power/sense of stomach, liver, dominating, no enthusiasm,
Color: Yellow Region self (often depleted kidneys, pancreas, allergies, arthritis,
in domesticated gallbladder, nervous poor digestion, diabetes,
animals), system fears, lack of energy,
happiness eating disorders,
determination obsessive behavior
2 ~ SACRAL OR Between tail Desire, pleasure, Reproductive system, Jealousy, boundary issues: i.e.
BELLY and middle of emotion (due to lymphatic system, for a dog/horse: difficulty
back loss of animal spleen, intestines, establishing difference
Color: Orange (rump or partner, home, pelvis, skin between work (training) time
middle of etc.) Good place to and play (off lead/ lead rope)
croup on a work on when time, bladder problems, lower
horse) animal in shock is back pain, allergies
headed to the vet.
1 ~ ROOT OR BASE Base of spine Survival instinct, Hips, legs, back Fear of survival/strong flight
near tail vitality, good paws, bones, spine, reaction, anger, sluggish,
Color: Red health adrenal glands, restless, constipation, weight
colon, immune issues, greedy
system
CHART ADAPTED IN PART FROM: THE NATURAL REMEDY BOOK FOR DOGS AND CATS, BY DIANNE STEIN AND WWW.PATINKAS.COM.

Reiki Resources
Websites
Circle of Peace ~ Linda Crabtree, Reiki Practitioner/Masters website about Reiki for all people and
all animals. www.circleofpeace.com.
Animal Reiki Source ~ Animal Reiki articles and resources. www.animalreikisource.com/
International Association of Reiki Professionals ~ This organization has a global reach;

supports professional practice. www.iarp.org
The Reiki Alliance ~ Organization for Reiki Masters; committed to the practice and teaching of
the Usui System of Reiki Healing. www.reikialliance.com
The Center for Reiki Research ~ A center dedicated to research on Reiki.

www.centerforreikiresearch.org
International Center for Reiki Training ~ Includes information on Reiki, Reiki teaching
materials, free online newsletter. www.reiki.org
All Energies Therapies Web ~ Ongoing Research into the Origins, History & Evolution of Reiki,
Reiki Music and Books. www.aetw.org
About.com: Holistic Healing ~ Information on chakras.

http://healing.about.com/cs/chakras/a/learnchakras.htm
www.crystalinks.com/chakras.html ~ Information on chakras.
Whats-Your-Sign.com ~ Information on signs and their symbolic meanings; chakras

http://www.whats-your-sign.com

Reiki Resources, contd
Books
Animal Reiki: Using Energy to Heal the Animals in Your Life by Elizabeth Fulton, Kathleen
Prasad
Animal Reiki: How to Use Energy to Heal the Animals in Your Life by Elizabeth Fulton,
Kathleen Prasad
The Animal Reiki Handbook; Finding Your Way with Reiki in Your Local Shelter,
Sanctuary or Rescue by Kathleen Prasad and Sara Members
Natural Healing for Dogs and Cats by Diane Stein
Hands-On Energy Therapy for Horses and Riders by Clare Wilde
Essential Reiki: A Complete Guide to an Ancient Healing Art by Diane Stein
Reiki For Dummies by Nina L. Paul
A Masters Path by Penelope Jewell
REIKI MASTERY For Second Degree Students and Masters by David F. Vennells

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The story of Reiki

Principles of directing Reiki energy

Animals and Reiki

Introduction and hand positions for self treatment with Reiki

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Your Reiki Teacher

Traditional Usui Reiki Master/Teacher.

Introduced to Reiki in 1999.

Been passionate about Reiki and practicing it ever since.

Completed Reiki Training

Started Reiki business, Circle of Peace, in 2007.

Offers Reiki to all animals, all people.

Teaches Reiki to people of all ages.

Provides Reiki for cats and dogs affiliated with Animal

Volunteers Reiki for equines at Lucky Horse Equine Rescue.

Volunteers Reiki for seniors at Bolton Senior Center.

Presenter/Teacher of Reiki First Degree at PATH Region One Conference in Vermont ~

Presented Giving Back to the Equine at ~

Member of International Association of Reiki Professionals.

Member of PATH International.

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Celebrate your empowering gift.

It will be there for you to share with all living beings.

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TWO JAPANESE WORDS.

AN ANCIENT, TIBETAN HANDS-ON METHOD OF NATURAL HEALING.

Reiki can be used alone or in conjunction with

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HOW DOES REIKI WORK?

During a Reiki treatment

The Reiki practitioner is the connection

To be able to share this beautiful Reiki energy with others,

The attunement is a spiritual blessing that is passed from me to you.

The attunement opens and clears any blockages,

With the attunement you receive a higher or finer level of energy.

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WHAT DOES REIKI DO?

Reiki supports the bodys natural ability to heal itself.

Reiki is a tool that you can use to ~

relax the body, allowing it to heal.

speed up the healing process.

balance the bodys chakras or energy centers.

bring peace of mind.

encourage personal growth and transformation on all levels.

restore wholeness to body, mind and spirit.

increase energy and ability to engage in life.

maintain positive wellness.

strengthen immune system.

treat symptoms and causes of illnesses.

in emergency situations or when used with medical and other procedures.

revitalize yourself as well while giving Reiki to others.

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WHEN AND WHERE CAN I GIVE REIKI?

Anytime you wish to.

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WHO CAN I GIVE REIKI TO?

To anyone or anything that is made up of energy ~