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October 20, 2026

Can you do Reiki while menstruating?

Yes. Throw the rule book out; there are no rules, and you can practise at any time. This is usually a cultural question: in some cultures women do not do certain things while menstruating, and if that is your culture you may want to honour it. But as far as the system of Reiki is concerned, it makes no difference.
October 19, 2026

Is it weird to give Reiki to your romantic partner?

Not weird at all; your partner probably loves that you practise, and if not they are missing out. The one thing to keep in mind is to keep romance and Reiki separate. A person receiving a treatment needs to feel completely safe, and the system of Reiki is not a sexual practice in any way; we do not touch private parts of the body.
October 18, 2026

Should you fast before receiving a Reiki treatment?

No. There is no reason to. You are not going in for a medical procedure and nobody is putting you under. The only practical note is that a very full stomach can feel uncomfortable lying still for an hour, so eat lightly beforehand if you can. But you do not have to fast.
October 17, 2026

When should you refer a client on?

When they need something you are not qualified to give. If a client needs to talk, refer them to a counsellor; unless you are one, do not give advice or tell people about themselves. If they have a medical condition, they should see a doctor. If they seem very depressed, give them a crisis line. You are a Reiki practitioner, and that is a great thing; you do not have to look after all of it.
October 16, 2026

How do I handle emotional releases during and after a Reiki treatment?

Let it happen, if that feels right. If you want to cry, cry; if you want to laugh, laugh; if you feel sad afterwards, let it work through you. We feel things when things shift, and shifting is what we want. Drink water, be kind to yourself, have a bath, and know that it is temporary. And use common sense: do not push yourself past a point.