You really can become a Reiki Master if you can learn to believe in yourself and the universe. But don't forget, the mastery of any healing modality is going to be something that requires commitment, continual development, and of course a school or teacher or website who will help you to get started.

The Importance of Lineage

There are many forms of therapeutic touch that have come from many different cultures and many different theories. All forms of touch healing, even if they go by a modern name (like EMF Balancing Technique) have developed from ancient masters and ancient practices. In most styles of touch-healing, there is great importance placed on learning from the lineage of the original master (e.g. is the line of Masters from Mikao Usui?). On that note, be sure to check the type of Reiki of any school or teacher before you commit to a course or attunement. You can be sure that if they have been practicing for quite some time, then their lineage is likely that much closer.

The Importance of Reputation

When it comes to becoming a healer in any healing modality, then it is very important to stay committed to that style of healing. Something to consider is what style of touch healing (Reiki, Pranic Healing, EMF Balancing Technique etc.) are people going to recognize and trust the most?

The truth is that Reiki has the best reputation as an effective touch-healing art, as well as it has lots of publicity to back you up when you begin a healing practice or business. To choose a healing art with a name that nobody really knows (or trusts yet) it could be very difficult to find clients, advertise, or the like. Choosing Reiki is like a guarantee because your resources are quite vast, and you also benefit from its already growing popularity.

The traditional way to become a Reiki Master is to find another Reiki Master who is willing to begin your training. The most important aspect of becoming a Reiki healer is to receive an attunement from your Master. This attunement can be done in person or even transferred over a distance (similar to Distance Healing for intermediate level Reiki).

Any good quality Reiki training should include lots and lots of practice (start with your family and friends!), basic theory with room to be creative, and of course an attunement to get the ball [energy] rolling! Finally, and most importantly is completing a Reiki Course (even online) to actually become a Certified Reiki Master. Keep in mind that not completing certification means you could not open an office or work in a public spa or healing center.

It's always a good idea to be weary of scams or empty promises, in which case you should try to find reviews like this one at Mental Wellness Resources. Generally a good Reiki Course that you are doing online should be priced at about $100, which is fair considering that you won't have to be attending any classes, and that you will get at least one distance attunement.