Transfer of Negative Energy

[Jimminey]

I sometimes have a strong reaction to clients I give Reiki to and some of their negative energy passes to me. Any suggestions how to protect myself from this transference?

 

[Cally]

Transfer of Negative Energy

It's not really about "protection", unless you truly see it that way.

If you are practicing Reiki and treating yourself daily, you are probably well grounded anyway.
But - before your treatment take a few moments to connect (with your power source, the earth, your guides, God, etc) to clear and ground yourself.
In most reiki classes the instructor will give guidelines on drawing energy from above and below, and forming a protective "egg" around yourself.

Without a doubt there are people whose energy seems to feel very draining. And there are probably some people out there that you will not feel comfortable working with and should probably avoid.
But some people take great pride in how "sensitive" they are, how they take on other's feelings and emotions. (Not saying this is you, just be aware of it).

When YOU are peaceful, calm, and grounded you are in the best space to be giving any kind of energywork.
When you are NOT, you may feel anxious, fatigued, unsettled. Is it the client's fault when this happens? Not really...just a sign to the practitioner to get clear on their own energetic boundaries and intent.

eta - "negative" energy doesn't really transfer to you in a reiki treatment...both you and client are receiving reiki. If it helps - you can visualize any "dis ease" or "negativity" in client as melting away down into the earth. Mother Earth cleanses and transforms all energy.

 

[Sam Conway]

Transfer of Negative Energy

I've been meaning to post a response for you - but have been otherwise occupied. If I have time later on & can find previous posts elsewhere I'll let you know - but for now at least look up information on energetic & spiritual clearing techniques, as it sounds as though you are very likely empathic & easily pickup energy from those around you. This is especially true for those who are "sensitive" and who work directly on others. There's no need to be frightened by it - but it does mean you will need to work with & practice grounding/energy protection techniques of different types to see what works best for you. They are best done prior to and after sessions. This can be done from a more religious perspective or a spiritual/esoteric one - such as in shamanism, wiccan, & new age traditions.

Depending on your personal comfort level, and belief systems, you might consider going into meditation where you can ask for your guides, angels, or other spiritual help to send you healing light & protection.

Sometimes it helps to visualize your body being filled with & surrounded by a bubble or force field, or seeing yourself as if you were a tree - sending your roots deep into the earth and anchoring yourself around a central core of quartz crystal - then bringing the earth energy back up into your body and sending it upward through the branches into the heavens, while asking that you become a channel for the energy to flow through to your client, (never coming to you from them!) releasing & transmuting any energy from them so that they recieve what they need - from higher " Universal Source" aka "GOD". If you find yourself feeling "drained" after sessions than you are giving out to much of your own energy - which should never happen with Reiki. Any energetic work should actually be a "charge-up" for you - since the energy flows through you before going to your client!

Many practitioners utilize crystals for clearing their energy fields - using Black Tourmaline, Ruby & other stones or essential oils. Whatever you choose - they can work well, but it may take awhile to develop your comfort level with it. Take your time & keep us posted on how things work out for you.