Is Reiki the Easiest Way to Reduce Stress?

While Reiki hasn’t gained the same mainstream attention as other alternative therapies like, say, acupuncture, there are millions of people around the world who swear by the Japanese healing method. If you’ve never heard of it, here’s a quick rundown: Reiki involves a healer either lightly touching or holding their hands over different chakra areas on your body, channelling energy through their hands and onto you. The idea behind it—stay with me here—is that energy supports the body’s innate or natural healing abilities, which is why treatments can help you heal from stress, illness, and addiction. So yes, energy healing is certainly on the touchy-feely end of the alternative ...

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