What is Reiki? Understanding the Energy of Healing
- Nov 3, 2025
- 3 min read
Elizabeth Borge is a well-known Yoga and Tai chi professional, a National Board Certified health and Wellness coach, NBC-HWC and C-IAYT yoga therapist. She is the owner of Fit for Life Jenkiintown and founder of Dancer for Life LLC.
In today’s fast-paced world, many people are seeking holistic ways to relieve stress, restore balance, and enhance their overall well-being. One such practice gaining popularity worldwide is Reiki, a gentle, hands-on or hands-off healing technique rooted in the concept of universal energy.
The origins of Reiki
Reiki (pronounced RAY-kee) is a Japanese healing modality developed by Mikao Usui in the early 20th century. The word Reiki comes from two Japanese words, Rei, meaning universal, and Ki, meaning life energy. This life energy is believed to flow through all living things. When that energy is
strong and flowing freely, we are more likely to be healthy and emotionally balanced. When that energy weakens or is blocked, we may be more prone to physical or emotional stress and disease.
How Reiki works
A Reiki session typically involves the practitioner placing their hands lightly on or just above the client's body, channeling energy into specific areas to encourage healing. It is a non-invasive and deeply relaxing experience. The goal of Reiki is to support the body’s natural healing abilities and promote emotional and spiritual well-being.
Although Reiki is not a replacement for medical treatment, it can be a powerful complementary therapy. It has been used to help reduce anxiety, relieve pain, improve sleep, and support recovery from injury or illness.
What to expect in a Reiki session
A typical session lasts between 45 and 60 minutes. You remain fully clothed and lie comfortably on a treatment table or sit in a chair. The practitioner may move their hands to various parts of the body, often in a set sequence, or intuitively based on the client’s needs.
Many clients describe sensations such as warmth, tingling, or gentle pulsations during the session. Some experience deep relaxation, emotional release, or a meditative state.
The benefits of Reiki
Stress reduction and relaxation
Enhanced emotional clarity and calm
Relief from chronic pain or tension
Support for mental health and mood balance
Faster recovery from illness or injury
Improved sleep quality
One of the beautiful aspects of Reiki is that it works holistically, addressing body, mind, and spirit simultaneously. It encourages a state of harmony and balance, both internally and externally.
Who can benefit from Reiki?
Reiki is suitable for people of all ages, from children to seniors. Whether you are dealing with chronic stress, recovering from surgery, managing emotional struggles, or simply seeking greater balance in your life, Reiki offers a safe and supportive environment to heal and recharge.
Reiki at Fit for Life Jenkintown
You can experience the healing benefits of Reiki at Fit for Life Jenkintown. Our certified practitioner offers personalized Reiki sessions in a peaceful and welcoming environment. Whether you are looking to relieve stress, restore energy, or unwind, Reiki can support your physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness.
Let us help you return to balance, one breath at a time.
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Elizabeth Hopper Borge, Health and Wellness Coach
Elizabeth is an NHB-WC (Board-Certified Health and Wellness coach), Certified Professional Coach, and Certified Weight Loss Coach (AFPA). She is a C-IAYT yoga therapist and has had years of counseling experience. She is a Level 1 and Level 2 IIQTC (Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi) Senior Trainer, Tai Chi Easy Senior Trainer and a Healer Within Senior Trainer. She is using all these skillsets to support your wellness journey.
