Reiki is a Japanese form of energy healing therapy. It’s based on the notion that all humans have energy fields, or life forces, that keep us alive.According to the practice, physical, mental, and emotional issues can occur if this energy is low or becomes blocked.The purpose of Reiki is to promote good health by balancing these energy fields. It’s done by a Reiki practitioner, who places their hands on or just above your body to redirect energy. Research suggests it may he...

Reiki is a Japanese form of energy healing therapy. It’s based on the notion that all humans have energy fields, or life forces, that keep us alive.According to the practice, physical, mental, and emotional issues can occur if this energy is low or becomes blocked.The purpose of Reiki is to promote good health by balancing these energy fields. It’s done by a Reiki practitioner, who places their hands on or just above your body to redirect energy. Research suggests ...

Have you ever wished you had a sixth sense? Some say to look no farther than between your eyes.The chakras are believed to be wheel-like energy centers distributed throughout your body that affect well-being and perception. The third eye chakra, also known as Ajna, is considered to be the sixth chakra in the body.This chakra is said to be located in the center of your head, parallel to the middle of your eyebrows. It’s believed to be linked to perception, awareness, and spi...

Wouldn’t it be nice if our problems were left behind with our shoes when we step into the yoga studio? Too often, we get on the mat feeling overwhelmed with worry or stymied by a relationship conflict. The good news: The right class can leave us feeling clearer, lighter, and refreshed. Credit the stress-busting powers of a good workout? Sure. But the ancient yogis—and many teachers today—would also chalk this up to the unique way that yoga poses and breathwork move blocked prana (life forc...

Have you ever wished you had a sixth sense? Some say to look no farther than between your eyes.The chakras are believed to be wheel-like energy centers distributed throughout your body that affect well-being and perception. The third eye chakra, also known as Ajna, is considered to be the sixth chakra in the body.This chakra is said to be located in the center of your head, parallel to the middle of your eyebrows. It’s believed to be linked to perception, a...

Wouldn’t it be nice if our problems were left behind with our shoes when we step into the yoga studio? Too often, we get on the mat feeling overwhelmed with worry or stymied by a relationship conflict. The good news: The right class can leave us feeling clearer, lighter, and refreshed. Credit the stress-busting powers of a good workout? Sure. But the ancient yogis—and many teachers today—would also chalk this up to the unique way that yoga poses and breathwork move blocked prana (life forc...