In order to make changes in life of a persons, there has to be a change in one’s attitude. Being conscious of it, Dr. Usui developed five principles to help improving the quality of a person’s life. The principles form an important part of the healing process at the heart of the Reiki. Dr. Usui realized that how powerful and effective treatment it could be for the practitioner and the recipient, in case these principles were adhered to. Dr. Usui knew how vital it was for a person to be involved in his/her healing process and, through these principles he was able to inspire a meaningful change.

The principles are just as valid today as when Dr. Usui developed them. These are:

1. Just For Today, Do Not Worry

Dr. Usui knew that a great deal of energy can be wasted on negative trains of thought. He also knew that negative thoughts are unhelpful and likely to affect outcome of any treatment. He reminded people that there is divine purpose to everything and, divine energy for worrying can be more usefully utilized elsewhere. We live in a responsive universe. As long as we are able to clarify our heart desires, Our needs will be met. By trusting in the outcome we are making it possible for the Universe to help us achieving that. Our freed up mind can then open up to intuitive messages and guidance. This can take us closer to our goals or, conversely, can point to new directions offering interesting alternatives.

Sometimes, when a situation is beyond our control, a detached perceptive can be invaluable and can render a desperate situation into an unexpected opportunity.

How To Release Worries – Guide Lines

a. Make a list of all those things that are bothering you

b. Draw two circles, one inside the other.

c. Inside the circle include those things about which you can do something.

d. In the outer circle, write those things which you cannot change or influence directly like for example you are  worried about your son who has gone to school that he may not be hurt while playing.

e. Immediately release from your thoughts everything from the outer circle as those are beyond your control and no amount of worrying will bring any change to those situation.

f. Solve or task body to take steps for solving problems in the inside circle and release it from your thoughts.

g. Relax with the trust on God and hope that everything will be done in the manner you want it.

2. Just For Today, Do Not Be Angry

Anger creates disharmony within the body. By asking us not to become angry, Dr. Usui is not suggesting people to deny their feelings. Instead he is asking to respond everyone with love.

When a situation does not live up to our expectations, we become angry. The ego doesn’t like if things don’t workout as we anticipate. Anyway, anger can be very destructive emotion. When we are aware of our reactions and are in control, this can be a powerful motivator for a change. Instead of stopping anger, observe it. Be aware of it and focus on it in a detached way, without judgment. Eventually, it’s angry field will dissipate. Anger with awareness can powerfully affect outcomes. A loving response without anger can transform a situation.

Releasing Anger – Guide Lines

a. Next time you are angry, observe it and notice the Underlying fear that has caused it to surface.

b. Allow yourself to feel the anger. Don’t repress it. By focusing on it with awareness, the sting is taken out of it.

c. If you feel yourself exploding with anger, take a brisk walk or lock yourself in a room and beat the pillow to release the tension. You will feel much better.

3. Earn Your Living Honestly

The principle is about being true to yourself, Your Family and be honest while dealing with others.

It is about choosing a profession/means of living which give you a sense of fulfillment. When you are aligned fully to your life’s purpose, you are earning your living honestly, utilizing your creativity in a way that honors you and enriches those around you. It allows you to meet your needs honestly without any burden on your conscious. As only your conscious can tell you what is right and what is wrong; so listen to carefully when it whispers. Everything is far less complicated then being true to ourselves.

Take a few moments to answer the following questions to your good self

a. what are your means of earning at present and are you consciously satisfied with it?

b. What things are frustrating you during your work?

c. Are you being true to yourself and your children with present means of earning?

4. Just For Today, Show Gratitude To Every Living Thing

Always think positively and praise openly every good work done. If you take a moment each day to encourage the feelings of gratitude to expand within you. A powerful positive shift will take place inside you. By expressing gratitude, we can begin to understand how incredible life is in all it’s diversity. It frees you from past and turn all
your negative into positive.

As per law of attraction, gratitude attracts and brings many more good things in your life. When you feel and express gratitude, success, happiness ad prosperity will flow into your life.

5. Just for Today, I will be kind and Respectful To All The Creation

Dr. Usui thought that growth and survival of human being depends upon loving actions and respect for one another and for all living things. Take positive actions and respond every body with warmth and compassion. It leads to more positive outlook.

When you view the world with a loving heart, the world responds and the living becomes wonderful for you.