We all marvel at the concept of distant healing, don’t we? The sheer wonder of sending Reiki energy across miles, transcending the usual limitations of space. It’s a powerful tool, allowing us to offer support to loved ones far away, or even to global situations. But what if I told you there’s a way to take distant healing even further, transforming it from a quick energetic “blast” into a comprehensive, full-length session, all without physical proximity?

This is what we call a “remote treatment.”

Now, for some, the very idea of a full treatment without hands-on contact might seem… well, a bit odd. You might have been taught that you absolutely must keep at least one hand on a person during a session, lest you “lose the connection.” But that’s simply not how Reiki works. Your connection to the recipient isn’t dependent on physical touch; it’s a state of mind, a matter of your clear intention. If you can send Reiki across the planet just by thinking of someone, then you can certainly maintain a profound connection to someone just a few inches or many miles away.

So, what exactly is a remote treatment? It’s about maintaining that “distant” connection for a prolonged period – perhaps 30, 40, or even 60 minutes – and consciously directing the energy to specific parts of the recipient’s body, just as you would in a hands-on session. The beauty of this is that the energy follows your thoughts, your focus. You can direct it using visualisation, which is a wonderfully convenient shortcut to focus your intent.

The key to truly mastering remote treatments lies in embracing your intuition. Forget rigid hand positions or prescribed sequences. This is where the Japanese intuitive “technique” called Reiji Ho comes into its own. Reiji Ho is all about getting your mind out of the way and allowing your hands – or in this case, your imaginary hands – to be guided by the energy, as if pulled by invisible magnets, to precisely where they need to be. You already possess this deep inner knowing; Reiji Ho simply helps you access it.

Here’s how you can begin to explore the art of remote treatments:

First, establish your connection. Settle yourself comfortably, close your eyes, and bring the recipient clearly into your mind’s eye. Set your clear intention that this session is for their highest good. Feel yourself merging with them, becoming one with them.

Now, imagine them lying comfortably on a treatment table in front of you. In your mind’s eye, visualise your hands hovering over their body. Gently ask, “Please let me be guided… show me where to treat.” Allow your imaginary hands to drift. You might notice a subtle pull, a sense of warmth, or simply an inner knowing that your hands want to rest over a particular area. Let them settle there.

Once your imaginary hands are in place, allow the energy to flow. You might feel a strong surge of energy through your own hands, even though they’re not physically touching anyone. This is your intuition confirming the energetic connection. Stay in that position, allowing the energy to flow.

How do you know when to move on? Here’s a little trick: in your mind’s eye, gently pull one of your imaginary hands away from the area it’s resting on. If it feels like it’s attached by an elastic band and wants to snap back, then stay there longer. If it feels happy to drift away easily, then you know it’s time to move to the next position. Then, simply “see” or “feel” or “know” where your imaginary hands want to drift next, and repeat the process.

You can even “scan” the recipient at a distance. Hover one of your hands in mid-air, palm down, and in your mind’s eye, imagine it drifting over the recipient’s body. Notice any areas where you feel a stronger flow of energy in your hand. This tells you where the energy is most needed, guiding your remote session.

Ultimately, remote treatments are a profound testament to the boundless nature of Reiki energy when liberated from physical constraints and rigid rules. By suspending your disbelief, trusting your intuition, and allowing the energy to guide your imaginary hands, you can offer truly comprehensive and deeply effective healing, no matter the distance. It’s a beautiful dance of intent, intuition, and unconditional love.

Over to you: What’s one situation where a remote treatment could make a profound difference, and how will you begin to explore this powerful practice? Share your thoughts below!