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A Guide to Shamanic Tending for Trauma and Disasters

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2nd Edition Now Available!

Shamanism

Without Borders

A Guide to Shamanic Tending for Trauma and Disasters

Available in Print & E-Reader Formats

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Our article library, also known as the Journal of Shamanic Practice, is a constantly growing collection from authors of many traditions.

Re-imagining Imbolc

by Jaime Meyer

Astronomically, February 1 is the midpoint between the winter solstice and spring equinox. In the Celtic shamanic tradition, this is an important day dedicated to the Goddess Brigid. SSP offers you this overview of the Celtic Goddess of new life, of new fire, Brigid,...

WHAT DOES ACTING HAVE TO DO WITH SHAMANISM?

by Dr. Steven Farmer

Several years ago during a shamanic training I had with Michael Harner, he said something that stayed with me for a long time. He commented in an off-handed manner, “Some of the best shamanic practitioners are actors.” I puzzled for some time as to what he meant by...

The Journey of Rewilding

by ANNA ALKIN

This year I returned to beekeeping and bought a package of honeybees for the first time. I’ve avoided packaged bees and prefer to catch swarms because in the process of swarming the bees have proven their vigor. I wanted a sure thing, though, so I shelled out $180 for...

Advice from Elders

by Society for Shamanic Practice

The Society for Shamanic Practice asked a few "Shamanic Elders”—those who have walked the path for some time—to share their thoughts on things they wished they had learned earlier on the path. In no particular order, here is some "advice from elders." Laurie Schmidt:...

The Energetic Dimension by Ann M. Drake Book Review by Tom Cowan

by Tom Cowan

As I begin to write this review of Ann Drake's excellent new book The Energetic Dimension, Americans are trying to make sense of the two most recent shootings over the weekend in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, which together left 31 people dead and many more...

Interrelationship As the Foundation for Shamanism and Life

by Dave Eyerman, LAc

Much is written about the mystical and spiritual dimensions of shamanism, including how to work with the Elements, the nature of shamanic journeying, and the ins and outs of soul-level healing. However, what can get lost in the mix is the perspective underpinning all...

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Working with Water

by Lena Stevens

Lena guides us through a Shamanism Without Borders process on how to work with the element of water, the many ways water shows up around us and how to honor this element. Shamanism Without Borders (SWB) is a Global Response Network of the Society for Shamanic...

Beara, Brigid and Angus

by Tom Cowan

This audio features beautiful Celtic storytelling, poetry and song. We then turn to ask ourselves, how are we similar to Beara, Brigid and Angus and how can these Celtic allies support us and others during this time of year?Download MP3 FileAbout TOM COWAN, PhD Tom...

Land of the Ancestors: An Upper World Journey

by Dr. Steven Farmer

Once guided to a healing ancestor in the Upper World, ask to be shown what you are needing for further expansion on your shamanic path and what can be done to restore right relationship with Mother Earth?Download MP3 FileAbout Dr. Steven Farmer Dr. Steven Farmer is a...

Working with Fire

by Lena Stevens

Lena guides us through a Shamanism Without Borders process on how to work with the element of fire, the importance of honoring this powerful element and how to be of assistance to those negatively effected. Shamanism Without Borders (SWB) is a Global Response Network...

A Bedtime Story: Lifecycle of a God

by Shannon McArthur

This Bedtime Story imagines the Lifecycle of a God, of which dragon and human are parts.Download MP3 FileAbout Shannon McArthur Shannon is a grandmother who who has accepted the challenge to Be a Part of the Change she wants to see in the world. She travels and...

Intentions, Goals and Resolutions

by Anna Stevens Harrington

What is the difference between intention setting, goals and resolutions? SSP Vice President Anna Stevens Harrington explains these differences. She then leads us through an exercise on how to work with the solstice as an opportunity to be pro-active towards the...

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