Just for today, I will give thanks for my many blessings.
Just for today, I will trust: I will not worry.
Just for today, I will not harbour anger and resentment.
Just for today, I will be honest with myself and others.
Just for today, I will show love and respect to all living things, starting with myself.
These Reiki principles have been amended and brought up to date: the original principles, as enunciated by Dr. Usui, read as follows:
1) Don't get angry today.
2) Don't worry today.
3) Be grateful today.
4) Work hard today.
5) Be kind to others today
The ultimate goal is to understand the ancient secret method for gaining happiness and thereby discover an all-purpose cure for many ailments. If these principles are followed you will achieve the tranquility of mind of the ancient sages.
To begin spreading the Reiki system, it is important to start from a place close to you (yourself). Don't start from something distant such as philosophy or logic. Sit still and in silence, every morning and every evening with your hands folded in the prayer position. Follow the great principles, and be clean and quiet. Work on your heart and do things from the quiet space inside of you.
Anyone can access Reiki, because it begins within YOU!