MammaBear,
Hi,
Oh yes. Lots of 'misperceptions' of energy especially if one has been swaddled in a culture with generally very narrow views about that sort of thing (if it is not our dogma it is heresy). This is why having a few hours of a Reiki class (at the front end) devoted only to 'information' and issues of perception can be very helpful. It is also a way for a Teacher to get a grasp of students and one may learn of some previous experience that could be interpretted in terms of energy and help someone relate to Reiki a little better (or not in some cases). :)
Sure, there may be an occasional drop out but that should be OK. As you say, people need to be informed so they may choose as clearly as possible.
Damage control? But, what all those who say "Reiki can do no harm"? lol
Cheers,
RC
