Mikao Usui, the founder of Reiki, once said that Reiki is pure love. His teachings continue to inspire countless individuals to embrace love, balance, and healing as pathways to a more abundant and fulfilling life. Right now, as we navigate the complexities of modern existence, there has never been a better time to reflect on the transformative power of love.
Usui Sensei’s Message of Love and Compassion
One of Usui Sensei’s most profound quotes encapsulates the essence of Reiki and its connection to love:
“I existed as a being of Light, a being of Love, and I came to teach about love and compassion.”
This statement invites us to question the true meaning of love. For Usui Sensei, love was far more than a fleeting emotion; it was a state of being, an energy that encompasses wholeness, balance, and the foundation of wellness. By embodying love, we align ourselves with the universal life force energy that Reiki seeks to channel.
What Is Love According to Reiki?
Usui Sensei’s perspective on love offers a framework for understanding its multidimensional nature:
- Wholeness: Love is the energy that integrates and unites all aspects of our being—mind, body, and spirit.
- Balance: Through love, we achieve equilibrium in our lives, fostering harmony within and with the world around us.
- Wellbeing: When balance is attained, it manifests as a profound sense of wellbeing, freeing us from the dis-ease caused by physical, emotional, or spiritual misalignment.
- Freedom: Ultimately, love liberates us, allowing us to exist in a state of peace, joy, and abundance.
Walking Forward in Love and Light
As Reiki practitioners or masters, Usui Sensei’s teachings remind us of our responsibility to cultivate and radiate love and light. This journey begins with self-care. By tending to our own energy and ensuring that our channels are clear and free from negative vibrations, we become effective vessels for Reiki’s healing power.
When we embody love and light, we inspire others to do the same. Usui encouraged us to spread the energy of Reiki through our hearts, hands, and eyes, touching lives with its transformative power. As he envisioned, this ripple effect can create a world where love and compassion flourish.
Nurturing Love Through Daily Practices
To align with the pure energy of love and light, it is vital to incorporate daily practices that nurture our spirit. Here are some suggestions:
- Affirmations Repeating affirmations can help raise your vibration and reinforce a loving mindset. One powerful affirmation to begin your day might be:I love myself. I love myself. I love myself more and more each day. By meditating on these words, you may uncover areas of your life that need more attention or healing. Affirmations act as a gentle reminder to prioritise self-love and honour your wellbeing.
- Crystal Meditation Crystals such as Rose Quartz and Aventurine are deeply connected to the heart chakra, the energy center of love and compassion. Meditating with these crystals can help open your heart to receive and radiate love. Simply hold the crystals in your hands, focus on your breath, and visualise a warm, pink or emerald green light filling your heart space.
- Chakra Balancing If you sense that certain chakras are blocked or imbalanced, a regular cleansing practice can be invaluable. Consider using a guided meditation, such as a Chakra Cleanse and Balance audio, as part of a 21-day ritual. This practice helps release stagnant energy, fostering a free flow of love and vitality throughout your body.
Love as the Foundation for Happiness and Abundance
When we cultivate love within ourselves, its effects ripple outward, influencing every aspect of our lives. Love becomes the foundation for true happiness—a state that is not dependent on external circumstances but arises from an inner sense of peace and gratitude. This happiness, in turn, creates a fertile ground for abundance.
Abundance is not merely the accumulation of material wealth but a holistic state of richness in relationships, opportunities, health, and joy. By aligning with Reiki’s energy of pure love, we attract abundance naturally, as our vibration harmonises with the universal flow of giving and receiving.
A Daily Reminder
As you navigate your journey with Reiki, remember the wisdom of Usui Sensei and the profound simplicity of his teachings. Take time each day to nurture your connection to love—through affirmations, meditation, or acts of kindness. In doing so, you not only heal yourself but also contribute to a world filled with greater love, happiness, and abundance.
May you walk forward in love and light, radiating the pure energy of Reiki to all who cross your path.
Take the next 21 days to focus on loving yourself and don’t forget to make notes in your Reiki journal and enjoy!