Introduction
The Happy Mind Studio Academy
Your Deepening Reiki Journey
A journey from learning about Reiki to experiencing, reflecting upon and living your practice.
Welcome to the Journey
Deepening Reiki has been designed as a journey rather than simply a collection of lessons.
Each module builds upon the previous one, gradually moving from the roots and context of Reiki towards deeper personal practice, reflection and integration.
You do not need to rush through the programme. In fact, some of the most valuable learning may happen when you step away from the screen and allow the practices to settle.
Learn. Experience. Reflect. Practise. Integrate.
“Reiki is not simply something we do.
It is something we continue to explore.”
The 10 Stages of Your Journey
Your journey contains nine learning modules followed by a final assessment and completion stage.
Module 1
Returning to the Heart of Reiki
Begin by stepping back from technique and exploring Reiki as a path of awareness, personal development and experience.
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Module 2
Mikao Usui & the Roots of Reiki
Explore Mikao Usui, the Meiji period and the historical, cultural and spiritual environment in which Reiki developed.
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Module 3
Shinto, Buddhism & the Japanese Context
Discover important elements of Japanese spiritual culture, including Shinto, Buddhism, purification and sacred space.
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Module 4
Understanding Ki More Deeply
Explore Ki, sensitivity, energetic awareness, intuition, Earth Ki, Heavenly Ki and complementary qualities such as Yin and Yang.
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Module 5
Kotodama, Sound & Intention
Explore words, sound, vibration, intention and chanting, developing a more experiential relationship with Reiki.
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Module 6
Hatsurei Hō, Gasshō & Inner Practice
Deepen your personal practice through Gasshō, breath, stillness, Hatsurei Hō and the cultivation of awareness.
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Module 7
The Reiki Precepts & Personal Development
Explore how the Precepts can move beyond words and become part of everyday awareness, choices and personal development.
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Module 8
Misogi, Reiju & Deepening Practice
Explore purification, conscious preparation, Reiju and the creation of a deeper and more intentional Reiki practice.
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Module 9
Integration, Intuition & Your Reiki Path
Bring the learning together, explore intuition and discernment, and consider where your Reiki journey may lead.
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Final Stage
Assessment, Completion & Continuing Your Journey
Complete the final knowledge assessment, review your progress, celebrate your achievement and receive your course completion recognition.
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How to Approach Your Journey
Slow Down
You don't need to consume everything at once. Give yourself space to absorb and experience the material.
Experience
The practices are as important as the information. Step away from the screen and practise whenever possible.
Reflect
Use the reflection questions and your own journal to notice what is changing within your practice.
Stay Curious
You don't have to have all the answers. Curiosity is part of deepening.
Respect Tradition
Explore Reiki history and Japanese traditions with respect, while recognising differences between lineages and interpretations.
Keep Practising
Deepening Reiki is not something that ends when the final assessment is completed. Practice continues.
Your Journey Begins Here
You are currently at the beginning of your Deepening Reiki journey.
Welcome complete — Module 1 is your next step.
A gentle reminder
This programme is designed to support your personal Reiki development. It is not a replacement for medical, psychological or other professional healthcare.
It is also important to remember that completing Deepening Reiki does not constitute Reiki Master Teacher training or Shinpiden certification.
This programme is designed to support your personal Reiki development. It is not a replacement for medical, psychological or other professional healthcare.
It is also important to remember that completing Deepening Reiki does not constitute Reiki Master Teacher training or Shinpiden certification.
Your Next Step
You now have the map.
The next step is simply to begin.
Take a breath. Bring your attention to the present moment and enter Module 1 with curiosity.
Your Deepening Reiki journey begins here.