The Integration Period
What Is the 21-Day Clearing Period?
The 21-day clearing period is an integration phase after a Reiki attunement. According to Reiki tradition, your body adjusts to the new energy during this period.
You may experience physical, emotional, or energetic shifts. The period lasts 21 days because of traditional beliefs about energy cycles.
Practice self-Reiki daily. Rest, hydrate, and be gentle with yourself. The 21-day period is a time of integration and healing.
The 21-Day Clearing Period
What to expect during the integration process.
Days 1-7
Initial integration. Fatigue, emotional release, vivid dreams.
Days 8-14
Deeper integration. Insights, energy shifts, physical symptoms.
Days 15-21
Settling. Energy stabilizes. Feeling more balanced.
After Day 21
New baseline established. Practice continues.
The Tradition
Why Is the Clearing Period 21 Days?
According to Reiki tradition, the 21-day clearing period is based on traditional beliefs about energy cycles.
The number 21 appears in many spiritual traditions. It is a cycle of completion and renewal.
21 days is also a common period for habit formation. It is a time of adjustment and integration.
Supporting Integration
How to Support Your 21-Day Clearing Period
Practice self-Reiki daily. This is the most important thing you can do.
Rest when you are tired. Your body is using energy to integrate.
Drink plenty of water. Hydration supports the integration process.
Eat light, warm foods. Avoid heavy, processed foods.
Journal your experiences. Note any insights or symptoms.
Be gentle with yourself. The 21-day period is a time of healing.
Key takeaways
The shortest useful version of this page.
The 21-day clearing period is an integration phase after a Reiki attunement.
You may experience physical, emotional, or energetic shifts.
Practice self-Reiki daily.
Rest, hydrate, and be gentle with yourself.
Not everyone experiences symptoms.
The 21-day period is a time of healing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 21-day clearing period after attunement?
An integration phase where your body adjusts to the new energy. You may experience shifts.
Why is the clearing period 21 days?
According to Reiki tradition, it is based on traditional energy cycles. 21 days is a cycle of completion.
What symptoms occur during the 21-day period?
Physical symptoms (fatigue, headaches), emotional symptoms (crying, mood swings), and energetic shifts.
What should I do during the 21-day period?
Practice self-Reiki daily. Rest. Hydrate. Be gentle with yourself.
What if I feel nothing during the 21-day period?
That is normal too. Some people feel nothing. The integration is still happening.
Sources
- Frank Arjava Petter, Reiki Fire, 1997.
- Bronwen and Frans Stiene, The Reiki Sourcebook, 2003.
- Traditional Usui Reiki teachings.
