Frans Stiene - The Inner Heart of Reiki: Rediscovering Your True Self

I am a Tendai monk, the founder of Tendai Sect, Denkyo Daishi Saicho, which stresses Doshin Heart for the Way as of most importance. In Denjyutsu Isshin Kaimon, Kojo (Tendai monk, 779858) quotes Saichos famous words: There is livelihood in Doshin, there is Doshin in livelihood.

I had the opportunity to spend a week with Frans Stiene upon his visit to Japan, when I had the honor of guiding him through Buddhist practices. I was thoroughly impressed with Frans Doshin and was struck with awe.

In high regards to Frans Stienes Doshin, I have presented him with the Kesa monks stole which I received upon initiation to priesthood. Kesa is the soul of a priest. Having witnessed his Doshin and soul, both in person and through The Inner Heart of Reiki: Rediscovering Your True Self, I look forward to Frans further endeavors.

Reiki is not merely a technique, but has a vital role in guiding one to reach perfection as a human being. The idea contained in the precepts, Just for today, do not anger, do not worry also is reflected in One Day, One Life by my teacher, Sakai Yusai Dai Ajari.

If you want to know whether a teacher is a true Reiki teacher or not, all you have to do is to ask him what the True Self is. Without the trustworthy insight of the True Self, nobody can insist he or she is a true disciple of Mikao Usui. This book testifies that the author is one of the true Reiki teachers.

Takeda Hakusai Ajari

The Inner Heart of Reiki resonated deeply within me, for I have always believed that we are all one and that Oneness is the essence of our universe. In this book Frans Stiene takes us on a journey through Japanese Buddhist teachings and meanings of mantras and kanji as taught by Mikao Usui. It is a journey back to our True Self, Oneness and being Reiki rather than living in duality and just doing Reiki. This book is a must-read not just for Reiki Practitioners and Teachers but for everyone who is on lifes journey of discovery. So much of Frans research, study, and practice are openly shared with the reader. Frans does not just talk the talk; he genuinely walks the walk.

The Australian Reiki Connection Inc. is pleased to endorse The Inner Heart of Reiki to its members and to the Reiki community.

John Coleman, president of Australian Reiki Connection Inc., Australias leading Reiki association

Every once in a while you find a book that changes everything. It is almost like you have a paradigm shift, and you take the words into your new understanding of how the world could be. Things that you always questioned come clearer even though you did not know that there was confusion. Frans Stienes new book The Inner Heart of Reiki is just such a book. Every page took me deeper into myself and lit up the places where there were shadows of doubt about the system of Reiki and the spiritual path that I am on.

I have studied Buddhism for a number of years and have been working on becoming a Zen priest for the past few years. I also have a yoga studio and have trained in yoga for the past 20 years. Neither Zen nor yoga have been able to take me as close to my true nature as Reiki has done. When asked what religion I am, I say I am a Reiki Buddhist for that reason.

In Buddhism there is a well-renowned sutra called the Diamond Sutra. It is called the Diamond Sutra because it cuts through delusion. This book is similar in that it cuts through the delusion and hype of typical Reiki books and goes right to the core of what Reiki really is, a spiritual path. This book hits the mark and the mark, it turns out, is the true self.

Frans has gone further than anyone in the world to study and learn about the system of Reiki and it shows on every page, always bringing us back to our True Self, inviting readers to explore for themselves what the true essence is all about. We are fortunate that Frans has done the research for us and we can all follow the path that he has cleared for us.

I have decided that I will not teach anyone the third level of Reiki unless they have read this book, because if they have not we cannot have a good conversation of what the deeper elements of the system of Reiki are, so there would be no reason to advance anyone to that level.

Jeff Emerson, Reiki and yoga teacher, author of Unfolding the Lotus

This is a must-read for all students of the system of Reiki. Frans, through his research and practice, has peeled away the myths about the system of Reiki and gives us a clear understanding of the Reiki journey. He also shows how meditation practice is a fundamental part of the system. This book is just what the Reiki world needs, written by someone who walks his talk.

Helen Galpin, co-founder of the British School of Meditation

Having investigated The Great Way of the Asians in shamanism, Daoism, Buddhism, medicine, ancient science, Tai Chi and Qigong since 19634, I have a special appreciation of any system that articulates the natural presence of the truth and power of the Universe within a context of Self. Versions of self-discovery, self-awareness, ultimate personal potential and the revelation of the True Self from Lao Zi and Daoists, to Shakyamuni and the Buddhist flourishing, to the great Zen monks and poets all point to the same views, insights and practices. Mikao Usuis Way is one of those beautiful articulations of the mastery of the nature of human experience and the True Self. Frans Stiene has done us a huge favor by revealing the actual context of Reiki as a Way of Self-Cultivation which is primarily focused on refinement of self which happens to include a method of helping and healing others that is a secondary feature of The Way.

Dr. Roger Jahnke, OMD, founder/director of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC); author of The Healer Within and The Healing Promise of Qi http:/IIQTC.org

Frans Stiene is an inspiring teacher because he embodies the spiritual gift of Reiki in all his actions and throughout his day, not just when giving someone a session. In this delightful book he weaves the threads of the rich history of Japanese spiritual practices that have brought him to this inner sacred space.

Neil McKinney, MD, author of Naturopathic Oncology

Frans Stiene is one of the worlds premier Reiki teachers and this book is a window into one of his amazing classes. One of Frans special gifts is to make extremely profound spiritual truths easily accessible. This book will awaken readers to the deeper possibilities of their Reiki practice and offer techniques to help them get there. A must-read for anyone interested in Reiki practice!

Kathleen Prasad, founder of Animal Reiki Source, president of Shelter Animal Reiki Association

The Inner Heart of Reiki is a wonderful companion for the advanced Reiki student and/or teacher who wants to dive deeper into their daily practice and expand their energetic understanding of Reiki. This book is a clear and concise guide to help you integrate the various components of the system of Reiki the precepts, meditations, symbols/mantras, and hands-on-healing into your sessions, classes, and most importantly, your life.

Frans Stiene, often referred to as the Reiki Teachers Teacher, takes his extensive research and grounded personal understanding and practice, and outlines a path of practice you can follow in his gentle, compassionate, and often humorous way.

As a Reiki teacher and practitioner, I found this book quite breathtaking. Breathtaking is the perfect word this book reminds you to connect to your breath and your True Self while reading it! The book was truly wonderful, and something Ill reread and refer to often as I expand my personal understanding of Reiki.