THE REIKI PRINCIPLES

 

 

 

THE MIKAO USUI REIKI PRINCIPLES

 

 

THE ART OF CULTIVATING THE NOW

 

According to Hawayo Takata's version, the five principles at the foundation of Reiki were born from a particularly inspired meditation by Mikao Usui. In reality, the principles, or guidelines for a harmonious and balanced life, were written by Emperor Meiji (1868-1912) and adopted by Mikao Usui, who held the emperor in high regard. Here they are in Italian and their Japanese pronunciation:

 

«The Secret Method to Invite Fortune The Wonderful Medicine for All Diseases Just for Today: 1) Do not be angry (or let go of anger) 2) Do not worry (or let go of worry) 3) Be grateful 4) Work hard (on yourself) 5) Be kind to all living beings In the morning and evening, sit in the Gassho position and repeat these words aloud and in your heart. For the evolution of body and soul, Usui Reiki Ryoho - Founder Mikao Usui.

Shoufuku no hihoo Manbyo no Reiyaku Kyo dake wa 1) Ikaruna 2) Shimpai suna 3) Kansha shite 4) Goo hage me 5) Hito ni shinsetsu ni. Asa yuu Gassho shite, kokoro ni nenji, kuchi ni tonaeyo. Shin shin kaizen, Usui Reiki Ryoho» Chosso Usui Mikao.

 

 

And here they are expressed in Japanese Kanji (ideograms):

 

 

The principles are not rigid moral prescriptions; the spirit that animates them is the feeling of unity: the unity and harmony of the individual with the entire cosmos. From the perspective of Reiki, integrating them into our lives means making ourselves as clear as possible channels for Universal Life Energy.

 

 

Mikao Usui recommended repeating them aloud and letting them resonate in your heart every morning and evening, while sitting (on the floor or a chair) in a relaxed position, with your legs straight or in the lotus position, with your hands crossed over your heart (centering) and then brought together in the prayer position known as Gassho.

In this exercise, as in any meditative practice, what matters most is the spiritual attitude—an authentic willingness to open the mind and heart (kokoro).