Enthusiasm for comprehensive care such as Reiki and Ayurveda is growing, indicating a move toward integrating traditional and alternative medicine, along with complementary healing practices, into patient care. These next-generation modalities do far more than attend to our physical ailments; they take us on a journey through the many layers of our being, using disturbingly potent methods that are anything but the commonplace “witch doctors” of yesteryear. Indeed, medicine in the 21st century will be better served if it attends to the counsel of ancient sages. It’s helpful to know what to expect when you begin these therapies.
For those about to participate in their first Reiki session, it’s a good idea to come prepared to relax and let the process happen. Wear some comfortable clothing, and be ready to share any issues that concern you with your practitioner.
Ayurvedic consultation is usually a more involved process; you will have to discuss many aspects of your health with your doctor during the consultation. Collect and bring along all the health data you have, because it is all relevant to your massage session. Previously diagnosed conditions, medications you’re taking, diet, unexplained symptoms, periods, lifestyle, health of children, physical exercise program, dry skin, etc., are of interest during an Ayurveda treatment consultation, so prepare your details before the event.
Reiki originated in Japan as an emerging form of energy healing in the early 20th century. Everyone and every living thing has a “universal life force of energy” throughout us. The method or practice of transmitting this energy is often referred to as palm healing or hands-on healing. This non-invasive technique can be performed in person or applied remotely. Many people find the practice self-fulfilling, helping to relieve stress or use Reiki as a form of self-care.
Other persons, on learning or receiving Reiki, report other benefits: many include better emotional health and helping with sleep, alongside relief from pain and anxiety. Some reports suggest that individuals feel a significant effect of deep peace and relaxation, a complete mindset-clearing experience. Reiki is becoming the advanced solution that many find works with Western medicine, as a panacea for the after-effects (once the treatment has healed the cause) and in post-treatment well-being, thus helping patients to achieve a better overall lifestyle.
Ayurveda is a system of natural healing that originated in India and was created approximately five thousand years ago. Some describe Ayurveda as ‘the original recipe for life, a doctrine for being.’ Balance and lifestyle are its essence. At the base of the human constitution are three main types that follow the links of linearity, but many human types make up the composition of each Dosha; we are genetically inclined toward the climate and how we are formed (Vata, Pitta, Kapha).
A typical Reiki session will begin with the practitioner creating a calming environment, often using soft music and dim lighting. Clients generally recline in a completely clothed state as the practitioner delicately positions hands on or close to the client’s body. During the session, clients may experience sensations such as warmth, tingling, or deep relaxation. The session must be approached with an open mind and heart to receive the energy flow fully. Practitioners commonly use deep breathing and visualization to promote relaxation and more effectively connect to the energy.
Clients commonly report two “emotions” before and during the session:
Even though these feelings may commonly be experienced during the session, they are not prerequisites to feeling the effects of the session. The post-session experience is highly variable from person to person. The process begins with clients discussing a range of topics related to their daily life, from what they eat to how their routines affect their health. Practitioners may ask more specific questions to help determine the dosha, or body constitution, that a person possesses, which forms the basis of the personal recommendations clients receive. That’s why clients should be as honest as possible regarding discussions about their health history: this is where health advice truly becomes personalized. That’s because body constitutions differ widely from individual to individual, especially when considered within the context of the modern era.
The recommendations made for many clients depend entirely on their unique biological traits, so these must be, to the best of the practitioner’s knowledge, correctly researched and identified. Afterward, clients get the privilege of learning about the health advice that suits them! Recommendations clients receive after the main discussions can take the form of lifestyle tips on how to live a healthier and more carefree life.
Holistic healing practices like Reiki and Ayurveda emphasize the importance of mental and emotional preparation. Like many activities and therapies, your mindset going in is very important to the outcome. Are you hoping for relaxation and stress relief? Emotional balancing? Physical health? Whatever the purpose of your treatment, cultivate the appropriate mindset in advance. Trust yourself to access the right frame of mind easily and to be fully open to every part of the experience.
Practical and physical: Wear loose, comfy clothes (if there is a physical practice involved, yoga or ayurvedic treatment, for example). Bring a water bottle (staying hydrated is helpful; the body uses liquids in multiple ways to catalyze all kinds of critical processes, especially during holistic therapies). Consider also bringing a notebook or journal to keep track of your thoughts and any ideas that may arise during class or on your own.
Dietary: If you are going to see an Ayurveda consultant, then try to consume only light foods and small amounts of food on the days leading up to your appointment. Doing so will enable a much more accurate assessment of your health, so the physician does not have to consider any temporary imbalances. It’s generally best to avoid stimulants, as the kind of cloudy buzz that you get from coffee will not mesh well with the stable, calm approach you should be taking.
Self-care following treatment is a crucial part of the whole process. You might feel anything from total exhaustion to an unexpected surge of energy. Whatever the case, it is essential to listen to your body and allow as much time as it requires for all of this to integrate, mentally and physically. Gentle, nurturing practices go a long way in this regard.
Drinking plenty of water, journaling about your experience, and taking a warm bath.
After receiving treatment recommendations, following the treatment is your ticket to a path of greater wellness. Ayurveda takes a holistic approach to treatment, often including a mix of dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, and herbal remedies. It is the best way to align yourself with health. Isn’t that the goal? After all, to align as much as possible in your daily life that is not in line with your constitution, you can achieve a more vital and healthier life.
Monthly/Bi-Monthly 60-Minute Follow-ups. Every step you take toward your goals in a more holistic approach should be considered a victory. Make note of the changes you experience along the way. In your musings, can you recall anything about the beginning of the discovery of Ayurveda? Give your reasons or what prompted you to decide to discover it for a first-time visit, or consider experiencing Ayurveda again if you are a returning client. What matters most to me about your wellness journey is your optimal success in attaining your wellness goal, not only for a season but in a more sustained capacity, where you, too, maintain these guiding principles of a holistic lifestyle without having to remind yourself, but become a new, better version of yourself. When traditional models of medicine and philosophies of “East-meets-West” conflict, the time-tested truth of Ayurveda will always guide you back to balance.
Reiki and Ayurveda are comparable in that they are ancient practices intended for healing and are used to promote overall health and well-being, not just of the physical body but on an emotional and spiritual level as well. A person getting a Reiki treatment should expect a relaxing session in which the practitioner will use a “hands-on” or “hands-off” healing method, in which a “universal energy” is said to be transferred through the practitioner’s hands to the patient to encourage emotional or physical healing. An Ayurveda treatment involves balancing the doshas of the body or “the three energies” using personalized treatment (including but not limited to herbal medication, diet, and various lifestyle recommendations).
It’s essential to prepare for your specific session to optimize the results. When receiving a Reiki Healing session, it’s best to go into a situation with an open mind. To maximize the results, you should be open to making changes and go into your session with the intent to let go of anything that’s holding you back in life. Wearing comfortable clothing ensures that your body will stay relaxed while the practitioner guides healing energy to your body. With Ayurveda Healing, it may assert value as a consultation, as you may be asked to speak on a variety of topics surrounding your lifestyle, including your health history, so that they can tailor their recommendations to your schedule. It is recommended to stay well-hydrated throughout the day and eat a light meal before starting energy work to ensure that your body and mind can adapt to the stressors intelligently.
Accept that a healing journey is precisely that, a winding path leading to different aspects of oneself, provoking life to flourish in a wide array of renewed ways. Each session will yield new results; continue to explore new dimensions of your conscious mind.
Feel free to post in the comments how you’ve felt after a Reiki or Ayurveda Healing session. You never know who is watching and listening; your voice matters. You may say something that allows an individual (or even a group!) to resonate with your story so deeply that you may have functionally given them a newfound, evolved lease on life. Leave questions or comments below. I would love to hear back from you all! If I don’t know the answers, I will do my best to point you in the right direction to find them.
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