Excerpt from Reiki The Ultimate Guide,Vol. 3. Permission granted by Reiki Master Steve Murray.

Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning "wheel" or "vortex." Chakras are key factors in all aspects of Reiki.

We are alive because life force (Reiki) is flowing through us. Life force flows within the physical body though pathways called "Chakras, Meridians, and Nadis." There are seven major Chakras, with other smaller ones that include your hands (palms) and feet. Chakras are areas (portals) where Reiki flows in and circulates through your body. The Chakras of the human body are the connection points at which Reiki flows into and throughout our physical body.

When you are channeling Reiki, it flows into you through your Chakras. The majority of the Reiki flows into your Crown Chakra and Foot Chakras (soles) and flows out your Palm Chakras.

Energy can also flow out of Chakras in several ways. For example, you could have blockages that lead to energy loss through one of these portals. Or, you can be giving Reiki and it can be flowing out your Palm Chakras, which is what you desire.

The goal for our health is strong, clear Chakras that are "spinning" open, bright, and clean. When this is achieved, our energy system is balanced. "Balanced" means energy is flowing smoothly and unblocked and can get to where it is needed for healing, building, and nourishing the physical body.

When a Chakra becomes blocked from Psychic Debris, an imbalance occurs. If it is not cleared, it can have a domino effect on the other Chakras and that is when illness and disease can manifest. Reiki can very effectively clear these blockages.

When a person's Reiki flows smoothly and uninterrupted through the Chakras, Meridians, and Nadis within the physical body, Reiki is able to reach the part of the body where it is needed. A benefit of Reiki flowing smoothly and unrestricted is that it will help balance, cleanse, and clear the Chakras, Meridians, and Nadis, which, in turn, will maintain the Reiki flow throughout the body. This means good physical health will result and can be maintained. The second book in the Reiki The Ultimate Guide trilogy is devoted to Reiki and Attunements in healing the Chakras.

Human beings are made up of several "layers," including the physical, emotional (astral), mental, and etheric bodies. These layers are called your "Aura." The physical body is visible, while the emotional, mental, and etheric bodies are reflected in the human aura. These bodies are the origin of emotion, intellect, and spiritual growth. Reiki is also needed in these bodies for good health. The last book in the Reiki The Ultimate Guide trilogy is devoted to Reiki and Attunements in healing the Aura.