Although there is relatively little information about Sukyo Mahikari, this is not a major problem because the best way to understand Sukyo Mahikari practice and teachings is to accumulate many spiritual experiences through the practice of giving and receiving God's Light (the art of True Light). Once people have had such experiences, it does not take much explanation for them to understand the underlying spiritual principles.

The art of True Light is not a substitute for medical or psychological therapy, though there may be medical or psychological benefits.

Sukyo Mahikari recommends that it is better to receive Light without any expectations and that if a person is concerned about a medical or psychological problem, that person
should seek professional advice.