reiki

British

/ ˈreɪkɪ /

noun

a form of therapy in which the practitioner is believed to channel energy into the patient in order to encourage healing or restore wellbeing

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Etymology

Origin of reiki

Japanese, from rei universal + ki life force

Example Sentences

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"I've tried antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, benzos, sleeping pills and stimulants, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy... tai chi, reiki, meditation, veganism, art therapy and music therapy," the former stand-up comedian said.

From Barron's

Other bonuses: a fine dining restaurant, L’Oursin, and a menu of out-of-the-box wellness offerings, such as Kundalini meditation and Reiki.

From The Wall Street Journal

That includes yoga, elements of Pilates and mobility work as well as breathwork, meditation, reiki — and astrology.

From Los Angeles Times

On the Maes in Pwllheli, a mobile sign on the pavement advertises a shop's wares: "Tarot, Crystals, Wicca, Reiki."

From BBC

Wellness for dogs is a niche business that includes canine massage, sound baths for hounds, reiki meditation and more.

From Los Angeles Times

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