Madame Takata’s  Sei Hei Ki symbol

A symbol is a simplified depiction of an abstract concept, representing spiritual, emotional or physical energies. With Reiki there are four symbols, each with different properties. Together with the mantra repeated three times, Reiki symbols enhance the flow of Reiki and subtly change its quality. Cho Ku Rei can be used on its own, but Sei Hei Ki and Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen are used with the power symbol, Cho Ku Rei. All three symbols can be used together.

Sei Hei Ki represents harmony. It is also described as the Emotional/Mental symbol. Sei Hei Ki balances the relationship between the mind and body and can work with the subconscious. It can be used for protection and healing. Sei Hei Ki can improve memory and can also be used to heal painful memories and past issues.

In an earlier post I described how Reiki can be used for working with affirmations. It describes Seiheki Chiryo Ho, a Reiki technique to help let go of unwanted thought or behavior patterns. If your New Year resolutions have fallen by the wayside, this is the one for you!

Drawing large Sei Hei Ki’s in the air can imbue the space with its healing energies. This can be used useful for emotional or stressful situations; funerals, weddings and the like. Sei hei ki also enhances communication skills, so can be used in business meetings or negotiations.

My next post will focus on Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen, the symbol that helps connect them all together.