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For Reiki Masters

How to Give Reiki Attunement

You are a Reiki Master. You are ready to give attunements. But how? What is the process?

Giving a Reiki attunement is a sacred responsibility. It is a ceremony. It opens the student's energy channels. It connects them to Reiki.

To give a Reiki attunement: prepare the space. Center yourself. Use the symbols (Cho Ku Rei, Sei He Ki, Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen, Dai Ko Myo). Place your hands on the student's head, shoulders, and back. Set the intention to open their energy channels. The process takes 15-30 minutes. After the attunement, guide the student to rest. Advise them to practice self-Reiki daily for 21 days. This guide is for trained Reiki Masters only.

Reiki Master giving an attunement ceremony

Fast facts

PreparationPrepare space. Center yourself.
SymbolsCho Ku Rei, Sei He Ki, Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen, Dai Ko Myo
Duration15-30 minutes
AfterRest. 21-day self-practice.
KeyFor trained Masters only.

For Reiki Masters

How to Give Reiki Attunement

Main takeaway
How to Give Reiki Attunement

Giving a Reiki attunement is a sacred responsibility. It is a ceremony. It opens the student's energy channels. It connects them to Reiki.

OBSERVEWhat to notice

If you are not a Reiki Master, do not attempt to give an attunement. Seek training from a qualified Master.

Giving a Reiki Attunement

The process for Reiki Masters.

1

Preparation

Prepare space. Center yourself. Set intention.

2

Ceremony

Use symbols. Place hands. Open energy channels.

3

Completion

Complete ceremony. Guide student to rest.

4

Aftercare

Advise 21-day self-practice.

The First Step

Preparing for the Attunement

Prepare a quiet, peaceful space. The space should be clean and calm. Dim the lights if possible.

Center yourself. Meditate. Ground yourself. Set your intention. You are there to serve the student.

The preparation is essential. It sets the tone for the ceremony.

The Ceremony

The Attunement Ceremony

Use the symbols: Cho Ku Rei, Sei He Ki, Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen, Dai Ko Myo.

Place your hands on the student's head, shoulders, and back. Use the symbols with intention.

Set the intention to open their energy channels. The process takes 15-30 minutes.

Trust the process. The energy flows through you. The student receives.

The Aftermath

Aftercare for the Student

After the attunement, guide the student to rest. They may feel tired, emotional, or energized.

Advise them to practice self-Reiki daily for 21 days. This integrates the energy.

Be available for questions. The student may have experiences. Support them.

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Key takeaways

The shortest useful version of this page.

  1. This guide is for trained Reiki Masters only.

  2. Prepare the space and center yourself.

  3. Use the symbols: Cho Ku Rei, Sei He Ki, Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen, Dai Ko Myo.

  4. Place hands on head, shoulders, and back.

  5. Set the intention to open energy channels.

  6. Guide the student to rest. Advise 21-day self-practice.

Frequently asked questions

How to give Reiki attunement?

Prepare the space. Center yourself. Use the symbols. Place hands on the student. Set intention. This guide is for trained Masters only.

What symbols are used in attunement?

Cho Ku Rei, Sei He Ki, Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen, Dai Ko Myo.

How long does an attunement take?

15-30 minutes. It depends on the tradition.

What do I do after the attunement?

Guide the student to rest. Advise 21-day self-practice.

Can anyone give a Reiki attunement?

No. Only trained Reiki Masters can give attunements. It requires knowledge and experience.

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Sources

  1. Frank Arjava Petter, Reiki Fire, 1997.
  2. Bronwen and Frans Stiene, The Reiki Sourcebook, 2003.
  3. Traditional Usui Reiki teachings.
  4. Reiki Master training materials.