Sacred Journeys, Fires and Rites by Sacred Pathways Shamanism Ireland Foundation for Shamanic Studies founded by Michael Harner "After having personally practiced shamanism, shamanic healing, and shamanic journeying for more than half a century, I can say that there is nothing I have encountered in reports of the spiritual experiences of saints, prophets, psychedelic drug experimenters, near death survivors, avatars and other mystics that is not commonly experienced when following classic journey methods using a drum." — Michael Harner Shamans are often called "seers" or "people who know" in their tribal language because they are involved in a system of knowledge based on first hand experience. Shamanism is not a belief system. It's based on personal experiments conducted to heal and to get information. People ask me, "How do you know if somebody's a shaman?" The three pillars of the Foundation are preserving, researching, and teaching shamanic knowledge. Join the Circle of the Foundation and be an integral part of preserving and passing on shamanic knowledge globally.
Inca Shamanic Glossary Use the Firefox browser with the CoolPreview add on. CoolPreview will give a magnifying glass icon at every link when you put your cursor on the link. Click on the icon and it will open a separate, smaller window with the definition of the term in it. You can either lock the window by clicking the padlock icon in the top bar of the little window, or move your cursor off the window and it will automatically close. This is almost as good as mouseovers. This third edition is dedicated to all of those who are teachers of this tradition. This page contains: Introduction Notes on Pronunciation Copyright Notice Usage Guidelines Search Guidelines Acknowledgments You Can Contribute Definitions Contact Me Introduction Because the Romans and the Greeks were exceedingly wise as well as enterprising, one does not marvel that they did things worthy of commendation and great praise. Then came the Conquest and the savage dismantling of the Inca Empire. A similar phenomenon occurred in South America. Contact Me
The Power of A Path with Heart A Beauty To Behold Look at every path closely and deliberately. Try it as many times as you think necessary. As I reflect upon life, I am enchanted and awed by the observation that love is at the core of our existence here on planet earth. It’s the great paradox of life, these opposites. While I’m not suggesting I have the “answer” to this question, or even that there is an answer, I do know how I reconcile it. Sure, I can be a brat at times, can’t you? Long ago I grew tired of trying to be perfect. Being real, on the other hand, is appealing. A Path With Heart Recently I’ve been reading a book called Blessed Unrest by Paul Hawken. The groups in this movement don’t fit the standard “model” of a movement. As I read, I realized Hawken is focusing on those who follow a path with heart. Hawken recounts narratives of imagination, conviction, and vision. Wrong is an addictive, repetitive story. Hawken talks about restoration, intention, and humanity. Coming Home To Love Love begins at home.
Sacred Essence Following the Path with Heart - Toltec Wisdom These are times in the evolution of the human dream when many old mystery schools are opening their wisdom to the general population. Modern psychology is also developing more practical supports for emotional healing, and spiritual paths are accessible to more people. Books, magazines, television, and the Internet are bringing many alternatives into the awareness of a new audience. The increased awareness of the emotional suffering of humans, and the possibilities for healing, are both exciting and intimidating. With so many choices in so many fields, many people are left wondering which services, teacher, or path to use. Every path has its benefits; however, it is important not to choose based on the logic of your mind. Let your heart speak to you. Practice being in the state of love and acceptance. For the Toltec warrior, there is no greater creativity and play than to explore his mind's mitote, and transform old fear into new love.
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