Usui Reiki Shoden

Shoden—the first teaching of Usui Reiki—invites you to rediscover simplicity. Rather than chasing dramatic experiences, Shoden emphasises steady, repeatable practice that nourishes body and mind. You will learn the origins of Mikao Usui’s method in everyday terms, connecting history with modern habits so the work fits your life. Core skills include centring, breath-led presence, and a complete self-treatment that can be shortened for busy days or extended when time allows. We explore how to create a quiet corner at home, cleanse the space respectfully, and close sessions cleanly to avoid fatigue. The five Reiki principles are treated as practice, not just words. Through journaling and brief contemplation, you’ll notice how worry loosens, anger softens, and gratitude becomes a daily anchor. We cover energetic anatomy—major centres, pathways of flow, and how posture and breath influence perception. You’ll learn safe hand placements for head, chest, back, abdomen, and joints, plus gentle holds for eyestrain, jaw tension, and lower back support. Clear guidance is given on frequency: short daily self-care builds reliable change. Shoden also offers practical life applications. You’ll map routines that support sleep, focus, and digestion, and build micro-practices for transitions: before meetings, after travel, or prior to creative work. We discuss boundaries around touch, consent with family, and how to communicate what Reiki can and cannot do. You’ll receive an attunement framed as remembrance, followed by a structured 21‑day integration with hydration, light movement, and reflective notes. By course end, you’ll hold a grounded toolkit you can trust—quiet methods, clear steps, and a way to return to yourself when the world is busy.