The word Reiki is made up of two Japanese words - Rei which means "God's Wisdom or the Higher Power" and Ki which is "life force energy". So Reiki is actually "spiritually guided life force energy." Reiki is a form of hands on healing, an energy balancing modality that improves the body's flow of 'Ki' or life force energy, also known as 'chi' or 'prana'. By channeling pure ki or energy into the body, Reiki clears stagnant energy and realigns the body's natural healing system. Reiki is deeply restorative and a wonderful way to achieve and maintain balance - physically, emotionally, and spiritually. When our bodies are given the support and guidance to find their natural state of balance, we are able to open to our true nature.