What can you feel after a Reiki treatment?

A Reiki treatment does not end the moment you get up from the table. Many people notice something in the hours and days after. That is normal, and it helps to know what to expect.

Right after the treatment

Most people feel calm, heavy or a little sleepy afterwards, as if waking from a deep afternoon nap. Others feel light and clear. Take your time to get up slowly and drink a glass of water.

In the hours and days after

What people tell me about the days after a treatment:

• Feeling tired, and wanting to go to bed earlier than usual.
• Sleeping more deeply, or more restlessly, often with vivid dreams.
• Emotions coming up, such as sadness, relief or irritation, without a clear reason.
• More energy and clarity, sometimes only after a day or two.
• Tension or old complaints that feel stronger for a while and then ease.

That last one is sometimes called a reaction or detox in the Reiki world. I mainly see it as your body processing something. It usually lasts a few days.

“Whatever shows up is allowed to be there. Even when it does not feel pleasant for a moment.”

What you can give yourself

• Drink some extra water.
• Keep the evening after the treatment calm, without a full schedule.
• Move gently. A walk often does more than an intense workout.
• Write down what you notice. It helps in the closing conversation or a next session.

When should you get in touch?

If you feel unsettled after a treatment or have questions about what you are experiencing, let me know through the contact form or by email. If complaints persist or get worse, always see your GP. Reiki complements regular care; it does not replace it.

How a treatment at my practice works is described on Reiki treatment in Amsterdam.