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Using Reiki to Support Cancer Patients . Cancer
is such a powerful and frightening illness - its effects are both physical and emotional, affecting not only the patient,
but their family and friends also. Reiki, as we know, has such an impact on a person`s sense of well-being, . I have seen the devastating
physical and emotional effects of cancer, but I have also seen the power of hope, determination, positive thinking and the
strength of the Human Spirit. Patients with cancer at various stages of the illness, from the earliest diagnosis, to the
terminal stage can all benefit from the centering effect of Reiki. . Patients with Cancer: building a supportive relationship with Reiki . It
is particularly helpful to discuss with the cancer patient their feelings about lose of control over their lives. Being passive
goes against our usual Survival instinct. This can lead to an extra element of depression :negative feelings of helplessness
and hopelessness and a weakening of the belief and resolve to survive. Cancer patients being taught to use Reiki helps
address this problem. . A negative state of mind inhibits and suppresses the body's own healing responses.
All Doctors would agree that treatment of cancer is enhanced by the attitude of the patient. The use of Reiki helps a
patient`s sense of self muster inner resources. . .Aspects of the patient`s emotional and physical life should be discussed with
the patient. Patients with a focus on how they can have input into their cancer treatment gives an element of vitality
to the prognosis that only the patient can provide. . Using
Reiki for Cancer Patients . Naturally
a cancer patient could be given a Reiki Treatment. I would also always offer the opportunity to give them a Reiki Attunement
and teach them how to self treat. This is wonderfully empowering for the cancer patient.
 Reiki Supports Nurses in a Deeper Awareness Reiki training enhances this ability to "know" or "sense" things or
be more aware of subtle signs. It helps one to become more aware of the emotional or spiritual component of dis-ease that
the nurse can share with the client to gain understanding or insight. . |
