Life force is the non-physical energy that animates all living things.
It flows through the body through certain pathways, which are called chakras and meridians. Reiki heals by tapping into this life force and regulating its flow. Life force becomes disrupted when negative thought attach themselves to the energy field and obstruct the flow of vital energy, resulting in disease. Reiki straightens and heals the energy pathways, thus leading to positive thoughts and life force to flow in a healthy way. Reiki treatment is done by laying hands gently on various parts of the body with fingers closed tight.