Karuna Reiki®
In 1993 William Rand, founder of the International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT), introduced a system of Reiki that he later called Karuna Reiki®, the Reiki of Compassion. Historically, Reiki’s Life Force healing energy was known by many, including Dr. Mikkao Usui and others of his time. The Usui Method of Reiki Healing was so named by Dr. Usui to distinguish its intent and practice from other similar disciplines.
Karuna means “compassionate action”. Those practicing Karuna Reiki® often feel the presence of various energies, such as: Quan Yin (Kannon, in Japanese) --- “One Who Sees and Hears the Cry from the Human World” --- a Buddhist Bodhisattva who chose to remain on earth to bring relief to suffering rather than enjoying Nirvana; Avalokiteshvara, “the Merciful Lord of Utter Enlightenment”; Mary, Mother of Jesus; a patron saint, or an angel.
Karuna Reiki® is a technique that extends one’s Usui Reiki practice to deepen and enhance its healing qualities. There are a total of four to ten symbols (yantras/mantras) of attunement that can be incorporated into a healing session, depending upon the level of attunement one has received. The experience of many is that when a healing session is accompanied by these specific symbols (yantras/mantras), healing is on a deeper level. It can help address the healing of such issues as, trauma, heartache, learning, past situations, relationships, etc. Additionally, in Karuna Reiki® the mantras of the symbols can be chanted and toned during the treatment session. Sound creates a vibrational resonance that penetrates deeply into the cells and tissues of the client’s body, as well as opening the energy centers of both the practitioner and the client.
Karuna Reiki® can be offered to those who have taken Advanced Reiki Training (ART) or its equivalent (Reiki 3a). Karuna Reiki® has three levels: Level I; Level II; Master.
KARUNA REIKI® Practitioner I & II
Levels I and II may be taken together or separately. Each level receives four Karuna symbols (yantras/mantras) which help focus Reiki energy for addressing specific needs such as: healing past issues; clearing; putting goals into action; harmonizing upper and lower energy centers; creating internal peace and trust; etc. Training also includes discussion; attunement; practice sessions. Manual included. 7- 8 hour training each level.
(Prerequisite: ART or Reiki 3a or Usui Reiki Master).
KARUNA REIKI® Master Teacher -Three-day Intensive.
This training is for those who have already taken Karuna Levels I & II and want to review, as well as receive the Master Level training, or for those who haven't taken Karuna Levels I & II and want the Master Level at the same time. Includes symbols for Karuna Levels I, II, and Master; attunements; practice healing sessions; practice attuning for all levels; review a training outline; plan and present part of a Karuna Reiki® Training. Manual included.
(Prerequisite: ART or Reiki 3a or Usui Reiki Master.)
Karuna Reiki® Master Teacher -1 1/2 Day Intensive
This 1 ½ day training is for those wishing to take the Karuna Master Level, having already taken Karuna Levels I & II, and do not feel the need to review. Includes: Karuna Master symbols; attunement; practice giving attunements for all Karuna Reiki® levels; review a training outline; plan and present part of a Karuna Reiki® Training. Manual included.
(Prerequisite: ART or Reiki 3a or Usui Reiki Master; Karuna Reiki® Levels I & II.)