Very simply Ki, or Qi, (pronounced Chee) is energy (although there is much more to it than that !) This energy is inside your body, at the surface of your body and can extend beyond your body. The part that extends beyond your body is your Ki field.

We can pick up pleasant feelings around pleasant fields of energy and unpleasant feelings around unpleasant fields of energy. You know this already because if you walk into certain environments or rooms you will pick up a vibe, one way or the other, about whether that environment feels good or not. If it feels good it creates a pleasant feeling because it has a pleasant field of energy around it.

Through the lightest touch we can learn to pick up subtle patterns of motion within a persons body - rhythms, pulls, pulsations - flowing from deep within the core structures. 

These movements are the reflection of energetic motion (Ki) which is expressed in all tissue.

Unlike other forms of massage that focus on specific areas of the body or conditions, Shiatsu treats the whole person. By addressing the root causes of physical and emotional imbalances, rather than just treating symptoms, holistic practices can help people achieve greater health and vitality. If you are interested in exploring the benefits of shiatsu and other holistic practices, it's always a good idea to consult with a qualified practitioner to determine the best course of treatment for your individual needs.