Karuna Reiki My friends go forth in the world for the good of the many, for the happiness of the many, with compassion for the world, and for the benefit, the blessing, and the happiness of the gods and humans. ~ Buddha

The Meaning of Karuna Reiki®

Karuna is a Sanskrit word and is used in Hinduism and Buddhism. It is translated to mean any action that is taken to diminish the suffering of others and could be translated as "compassionate action." When individuals experience enlightenment, they report that all beings are known as one. Therefore, it is natural to extend compassionate action or Karuna to everyone without distinction because we are all one. As we help others and aid them in their healing process, all beings benefit. Because of the oneness of all beings, it is understood that Karuna is not only extended to others out of love, but also because it is an entirely logical thing to do. In the same way that you would want to heal your own wounds, you would also want the wounds of others to heal. It is also stated in the Buddhist literature that Karuna must be accompanied by parjna or wisdom in order to have the right effect.

Karuna is the motivating quality of all enlightened beings who are working to end suffering on Earth. They continually send an unlimited amount of healing energy and guidance to us, but not all are receptive to it. As you develop Karuna in yourself, not only are you helping others, but you also become more receptive to the Karuna that is being sent by all enlightened beings. Thus, your healing is quickened as well. Karuna Reiki® opens you to work more closely with all enlightened beings. This includes those enlightened ones who are physically present as well as those in spirit.

The Karuna Reiki® Class

This class is for anyone who has had Reiki Master Teacher training for at least six months. It is complete with two levels, two attunements, four master symbols and eight treatment symbols. Karuna is an effective and powerful form of Reiki. In fact, most students find it more powerful than Usui Reiki! The energy has a more definite feeling to it. It works on the emotional and spiritual levels and can help one become more grounded. Those who receive the attunements report experiences with their guides, angels, and higher self and feel the healing presence of other enlightened beings.

A brief description of the four Karuna® I symbols are given here: The first symbol prepares the client for deep healing and is useful with past life issues. It helps release karma and deeply seated issues on the cellular level. The second symbol heals deeply and can be used to breakup the negative patterns we unconsciously use to insulate ourselves from the truth, thus shattering delusion and denial. It heals the shadow self. The third symbol fills the person with love and restores balance. The fourth symbol completes the treatment by bringing the client back into the body and grounding. The Karuna II symbols are of a higher vibration and more powerful. They help connect directly with the Higher Self and work on a deeper level. While they have specific purposes discussed in class, the experience of their energy allows intuitive guidance in their use.

Both levels of Karuna Reiki® and both attunements will be given as well as instruction and practice on the use of all twelve symbols. You will be able to teach all four levels of Karuna Reiki®, two practitioner levels and two master levels after taking this class. Practice time is included for giving treatments, using the symbols and for learning the attunement processes. A certificate and a 45-page manual are included with in depth descriptions of each symbol and each attunement process.

Practicing and Teaching Karuna Reiki®

Karuna Reiki® is divided into four levels - two practitioner levels and two Master levels. By having and using the Usui master symbol for treatments, it causes the student to be able to hold more healing energy and thus get greater benefit from the Karuna training. In addition, it is important that the student realize that Karuna training is not a substitute for Usui Reiki, but the next step after it.

• In level one, the first four Karuna I symbols are given with time to practice their use.
• In level two, the second four symbols and attunement are given with time to practice.
• In level three, you will be given the Karuna I Master attunement, shown how to do the attunements, and you will practice doing the attunements.
• In level four, you will be given the Karuna II Master attunement, shown how to do the attunements, and then practice doing the attunements.

The class also includes:

• Self-healing meditations to assist in removing blocks to our progress, and unhealthy energetic connections with other people and situations are included.
• Instruction and practice in giving and receiving Karuna Reiki® sessions using all the symbols.
• Instruction and practice in giving attunements for Karuna Reiki® Practitioner
  and Master Levels.
• Chanting and toning with Karuna Reiki® frequencies.

We will also be doing a Reiki meditation to be aware of and heal the Shadow Self and using chanting and toning with Karuna Reiki®.

You will be offered the opportunity to become a "Registered Karuna Reiki® Master" with The International Center for Reiki Training. You will then be able to use their manuals and your student certificates will come from the Center.

Tuition: $950, and includes being served nutritious food.

Deposit: $275 non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration. The non-refundable deposit is deducted from the original cost of the class. The balance of $600 is due at time for class.

Registration: Advanced registration is required. The small courses (maximum 4 students) are tailor made for the participating students.

CEU’s for nurses and massage therapists are provided upon request.