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Even though Diane writes as though she is always speaking to women, open-minded men may also enjoy reading her books. She doesn't seem like a man basher, but rather a very gentle woman focused woman.
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The lowered rating is due to my personal complaints and disagreements to what the author says in certain areas. I suppose we all have our individual beliefs and experiences so I did my best to set aside my prejudices and allow the author her beliefs so I could continue.
The one
For the most part it is a very good book. Informative with wonderful detail about the historical background of Mr. Usui. Clearly the author is very knowledgeable. It was also well written, well organized and easy to follow.The lowered rating is due to my personal complaints and disagreements to what the author says in certain areas. I suppose we all have our individual beliefs and experiences so I did my best to set aside my prejudices and allow the author her beliefs so I could continue.
The one thing I could not agree to at all,was the author's referral of God, Spirit, Universe etc as "she", "her" "Goddess." It was off putting. Seemed biased and left me putting the book down several times and walking away. Gender should not be forced down the readers throat nor should it matter.
It is my belief and understanding that energy is both male and female and are of equal importance.
I am at the point in my research to say that taking bits and pieces from several people are ok, but I am staying with how my Reiki Master taught me for the most part.
Keep it simple.
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1st part of the book the author states that humans did not evolve but are decedents of other planetary beings and that reiki was brought from them. As of yet we have not found evidence of life on other planets and even if we did, I would highly doubt we would share the same DNA/chemical make-up as their sola I am not a reiki practitioner. I was curious about the concept and what it was and my friend is a level 2 and said this would be a good introduction into reiki.Here are the things I question:
1st part of the book the author states that humans did not evolve but are decedents of other planetary beings and that reiki was brought from them. As of yet we have not found evidence of life on other planets and even if we did, I would highly doubt we would share the same DNA/chemical make-up as their solar system and life forms may not be carbon based like our, but rely on some other element.
2nd: the only other book I have ever read that has mention Jesus going to India was Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal which was hilarious and cheeky but totally not historical. Jesus using reiki? I just don't see the connection. Also about Essene's being Buddhist, what little writing there is on the Essene are rarely trustworthy and are scanty, colored and unreliable.
3rd: There are numerous studies about placebo effect and the benefits of belief, which is what I have come to the conclusion the majority of reiki is, positive belief. This is why when I give a pain medication to a patient IV I always say in a calming voice, you should start feeling pain relief very shortly. Then I fluff their pillow, give them a sip of water, offer to put on some soothing music and follow up shortly with "feel better yes?" and 9 out of 10 will say their pain has decreased- even though I know that IV pain medication takes at least 10-15 minutes to begin to metabolize. That is because Humans are conditioned to expect relief when administered pain meds, and the expectations of relief release endorphin's in the brain which are the bodies own natural pain relievers.
I am not saying reiki is bunko, placebos have there place in medicine. And I get that people are able generate energy(static electricity, piezoelectricity) I just don't buy into all of the metaphysical connections with it.
Throughout this book I learned the art of Reiki and healing touch natural therapy at a time when I was able to incorporate what I read into practical application. By no means am I a master and I probably learned just enough to show me that I wanted to learn more; however, I was certainly able to provide my ailing Father with comfort and loving touch in the days leading up to his death from Alzheimer's.
Since that time,
I found this book at the library long before my sister recommended I read it!Throughout this book I learned the art of Reiki and healing touch natural therapy at a time when I was able to incorporate what I read into practical application. By no means am I a master and I probably learned just enough to show me that I wanted to learn more; however, I was certainly able to provide my ailing Father with comfort and loving touch in the days leading up to his death from Alzheimer's.
Since that time, I have found more and more caregivers are becoming aware of Reiki and are using it in the treatment of a wide variety of ailments. This book is a great first entry into this wonderful alternative healing art!
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She also goes quite woo-woo at times, e.g., speculating on how reiki might have come from another planet, which makes
Fiercely feminist, and with techniques that deviate greatly from traditional reiki, this book should be read as a supplement to your education, not as an original source. She angered a great deal of people when she printed the symbols, and some people refused to teach her because of this and also how she changed Usui reiki into something that is similar, but maybe not quite reiki.She also goes quite woo-woo at times, e.g., speculating on how reiki might have come from another planet, which makes it very hard to take the book itself seriously.
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I guess I have some unfair expectations when it comes to these kinds of healing practices since the scientific literature is nonexistent with them.
A very good preamble to prepare you for attending a Reiki workshop. The book is an excellent guide that introduces you to all the major concepts, symbols, and background you'd need to be successful. Unfortunately, it is only an introductory guide that emphasizes the need to go to a retreat to be able to use the techniques (which makes perfect sense).I guess I have some unfair expectations when it comes to these kinds of healing practices since the scientific literature is nonexistent with them. I will say that I do fear a lot of the impact could be placebo, but I'd have to attend a retreat just to make sure haha.
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Diane's presentation of Reiki information is 100% accurate for the time it was written in, and therefore represents a significant turning-point in Reiki History. You may or m
Essential Reiki: A Complete Guide to an Ancient Healing Art by Diane Stein is a must-have for any Reiki or reiki practitioner. Diane's book is the first Reiki book to "break the secrecy" behind the powerful Reiki Symbols, which previously cost the average Reiki Master $10,000 -- the equivalent of $56,100 in 2012 -- to learn.Diane's presentation of Reiki information is 100% accurate for the time it was written in, and therefore represents a significant turning-point in Reiki History. You may or may not agree with some things that are said in the book, but it accurately reflects the way Reiki used to be taught.
Historical significance aside, the book also contains many useful exercises to help a person become more psychically aware of spiritual energies within themselves, and their environment.
I highly recommend Diane Stein's book Essential Reiki, and hold a tremendous amount of respect towards her as an author.
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I learned some interesting things in this book that were not shared with me by either of the
This was a very courageous book for Diane Stein to write and publish at the time. Although I am skeptical about the channelled information that she presents regarding the origins and history of Reiki, her passion and dedication to Reiki is clear. (The verifiable facts of what we do presently know about Mikao Usui and how he created the Reiki system can be found in the works of Bronwen and Frans Stiene.)I learned some interesting things in this book that were not shared with me by either of the Reiki masters that I studied with, and I certainly value the new insight that I have gained from this book. I agree completely with Diane that Reiki should be accessible and affordable to all.
When I began my Reiki training I was motivated by a strong desire to heal myself and others, including animals. This book has encouraged and inspired me to consider becoming a Reiki teacher as well. I am grateful to Diane for publishing this book!
...more It's a wonderful book explaining not only the history of Reiki the author also shares her personal experience and philosophy with regards to using and sharing this healing method. Thos
a wonderful book explaining not only the history of Reiki the author also shares here personal experience and philosophy with regards to using and sharing the healing method. Those interested in learning more about Reiki and/or expanding your personal healing skill set reading this book is a great place to start.It's a wonderful book explaining not only the history of Reiki the author also shares her personal experience and philosophy with regards to using and sharing this healing method. Those interested in learning more about Reiki and/or expanding your personal healing skills reading this book is a great start.
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Most of my issue's with Stein's book is her philosophy of both Reiki and of the process of Healing. Although there is much in the way of positive information in the book, Stein does need to take a share of the responsibility in how Reiki has been so commercialized over the last decade or so.
Stein's book I find to be very helpful in understand some of the history of Reiki and in the Reiki Symbols. It is with this book that I started by 5 years of studying Reiki.Most of my issue's with Stein's book is her philosophy of both Reiki and of the process of Healing. Although there is much in the way of positive information in the book, Stein does need to take a share of the responsibility in how Reiki has been so commercialized over the last decade or so.
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I've seen & felt Reiki work, so whether it exists or has a use is not a question for me. Therefore, this book was a welcome & lucid summation of What It's All About. An open mind and a little patience with the author's mostly-charming quirks may be required. Or just treat it like speculative fiction if that's easier for ya :)
This book takes what you may call a defiantly non-traditional approach to an ancient healing art.I've seen & felt Reiki work, so whether it exists or has a use is not a question for me. Therefore, this book was a welcome & lucid summation of What It's All About. An open mind and a little patience with the author's mostly-charming quirks may be required. Or just treat it like speculative fiction if that's easier for ya :)
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The inclusion of the attunement process itself is a bold and controversial move. The process is fully explained from the view of the receiver as well as the one providing the attunement. However "against the rules" this may be I found this less disturbing than Ms. Steins attitudes towards men in this book...an interesting addition to the literature on Reiki.
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