Reiki (pronounced ray-key) is a Japanese word for "Universal Life Force Energy". It was started at the end of the century when Dr Mikao Usui discovered the long-forgotten art of healing after many years of intensive searching. After a period of fasting and meditation he was given an initiation into this art through the universal life forces. He then possessed the ability to transfer Reiki energy and assist others to channel Reiki energy.

Reiki is a powerful yet gentle hands-on technique used as an aid in treating any type of illness. It is received when the practitioner places their hands on or over the subject or above specific injured areas. Reiki is always positive and it will never cause harm. The amount of Reiki drawn is determined by the one receiving the treatment they will take no more than what is needed.

One of the best qualities of Reiki is its simplicity. It is merely passed on from teacher to student. The more frequent the practitioner allows Reiki to flow through them the better they will become in their practice.

Animals are very receptive to Reiki. They generally have a more vibrant energy system and their duration of recovery tends to be superior. It cannot be forced onto an animal. If they are uncomfortable with the treatment, or if they just don't want it, they will let the practitioner know it usually by moving away.

Reiki can be used to:

Alleviate anxiety and stress.

Ease separation issues; grief, loss, change of circumstances.

Promote physical healing for the injured and sick.

Help with behavioral issues; over-stabled, anger, depression, fear.

Reduce post-surgical stress and trauma.

Lowers blood pressure.

Strengthen the immune system.

It can coincide with any prescribed medication or medical treatment.

Bring deep relaxation.

Dissolve energy blockages.

Detoxify

Support the rehabilitation folowing mental or physical cruelty abuse- rough handling,

When the Reiki energy is very strong, and the horse has taken a lot of healing, the animal can become quiet, appear light-headed and unsteady on its feet. Horses, like humans, can take several minutes to recover from this deeply relaxed state, and the changes can carry on for quite a while after the actual Reiki session has ended. In some horses, after the release of deep-rooted trauma, this period can last several days. They should be allowed to relax on the day that they have been given Reiki, just as a person would be advised to go home and take it easy.

Although this can be perceived as alternative medical care, Reiki and EBW are not substitutes for regular veterinary care. They are complementary therapies to be used alongside traditional medicine as and when appropriate. The healing of animals by contact healing, the laying on of hands or distant healing is legal. But under the law; if an owner consults a lay-person and in so doing causes unnecessary pain and suffering, they are liable to prosecution under the terms of the Welfare of Animals Act 1911. Assurance is always sought from the owner that the animal is under veterinary care.

Dawn Clow is a level II Reiki practitioner who will channel Reiki energy if the horse’s body and spirit draws it.

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Quantum-Touch is a powerful, yet easy to learn, method of natural healing (or energy healing). Everyone has the innate ability to help ourselves and others. QT energy healers learn to amplify and direct the life-force energy, facilitating the body’s own healing process. 

Quantum-Touch, as a modality, has the potential to be of importance in the issue of pain intervention as a new modality in addressing musculoskeletal pain. The potential for Quantum-Touch as an additional non-invasive modality cannot be overlooked. This holistic modality like others before it can now offer itself to the world of health and wellness as a viable method worthy of consideration in the arena of pain management with documented evidence of its impact and effectiveness. 

Dawn Clow has studied the quantum-touch® basic workshop with Di Wilson in 2011 for further information visit quantum-touch® the power to heal.