WHAT IS SHAMANISM?
Shamanism is a philosophy, and spiritual tradition to help you live in harmony with the natural world.
Based on a framework of agreements evolved from ancient times, it still hold true in today’s world.
It’s a practice, as is yoga, as is meditation. The more you do it, the more skilled you become, and the more you’ll get out of it as you continue to apply to your daily life.
Shamanism is a way of thinking and being, and has a different meaning for each of us.
It’s about being aware of the world around you, and developing a greater understanding of what it represents, and means to you.
We thank Dr. Michael Harner, Ph.D, the renowned anthropologist, for his inspired work over the past six decades to make it meaningful to the Western World, in the 21st Century.
He subsequently applied these findings to a series of ten teachings, which he called Shamanism.
Each one advancing our understanding of its principles, and how to apply them to your own life.
OUR SEARCH CONTINUES…
Most of us are searching for something, a feeling, an emotion, companionship, acceptance, or an ideal of some kind.
It wasn’t until anthropologist, Dr. Michael Harner, started exploring the tribal customs of ancient civilizations, that it became his driving force.
WHY IT MATTERS…
There was something about the knowledge and wisdom of the ancient medicine man, that made Dr. Michael Harner believe there was something deeper to their healing powers that were too convincing to ignore.
SHAMANISM…
Intrigued, Dr. Harner set off around the world to visit many remote primitive cultures, to help him understand the role of the medicine man within their tribes.
This research became his seminal book: The Way of the Shaman, a 21st Century interpretation of their ancient wisdom, for the Western World, which he referred to as core Shamanism.
A NEW HEALING MODALITY EMERGES…
Since then, core shamanic knowledge has become readily available around the World through a series of masterclasses, and it continues to attract considerable interest, which is a testament to its effectiveness.
Dr. Harner went on to create the Foundation for Shamanic Studies, in California, which he dedicated to the preservation, study, and teaching of core shamanic knowledge, and made it available to others, to assist with the welfare of the planet, and its inhabitants.
“Consummate professional, deep compassionate engagement., recommend it to anyone...perfect interaction and discussion.”
SPIRITUAL HEALTH
A SENSE OF DIRECTION
THE MISSING PIECE OF THE PUZZLE
Wellness is often expressed only in terms of physical, and mental health.
However, there’s another element that’s equally important, and that’s spiritual health.
WHY IT MATTERS
It’s an inner knowing that whatever we see in our minds-eye is possible.
It's a feeling, a longing that can build belief, and self-confidence.
FAITH AND HOPE DRIVES PURPOSE
Without spiritual health, without faith and hope, we have no sense of direction, or purpose.
The balance between physical, mental, and spiritual health, helps us build confidence in knowing when we’re on the right path.
THE EMOTIONAL CONNECTION
It’s difficult to step into our power without a belief system to support us.
It’s integral to everything we do. It’s the glue that holds us together emotionally.
The power to change is what we seek, consciously or unconsciously…it comforts us, and gives us a sense of control.
LIVING IN HARMONY
WITH THE NATURAL WORLD
WHAT DOES IT MEANS TO YOU?
It’s about learning to be aware of the world around you, developing a greater understanding of what it represents, and what it means to us.
It will change the way you think and feel…a moment of inspiration can lead to a lifetime of new possibilities.
It’s for you to define for yourself.
You have the control…it restores the very thing many of us feel we’ve lost.
THE MASTERCLASS…
Dr. Harner turned his research into a series of interactive classes, consisting of 10 teachings, and called it: The Way of the Shaman.
Each advancing our understanding of its principles, and how to apply them to our own lives.
This masterclass is divided in two halves: The Knowledge Series, and the Healing Series, and is outlined in detail on the following pages.
I have the honour as a member of the faculty of the Foundation for Shamanic Studies, to present this series of teachings twice a year.
Once in January, and the second series in September.
“This workshop provided an important framework for understanding myself. ”
GO DEEPER
Michael Harner’s classic book, The Way of the Shaman is available here, or at all good booksellers.
More articles and information can be found on the Foundations website here.
The Foundation for Shamanic Studies is a non-profit public 501(C)(3)
Charitable and Educational Organization.
It’s dedicated to the study, teaching, and preservation of shamanic knowledge,
for the welfare of the planet, and all who live here.