The shaman

In this new article we are going to tackle a new subject that I think many of you will like. Between mysticism, legends or in the cinema, we have all heard about the "Shamans".

Moreover, it is a word that is often used to designate a person who shows wisdom and good speech. But in reality, what is a Shaman? To go further, what is Shamanism? Well, here we will tell you everything you should know about it.

 

What is shamanism?

Shamanism is a practice involving a shaman willing to interact with spirits of the other world. In the western world, when we hear the word shamanism, we think of a costumed person dancing around a fire. But inside that costume and ritual is a woman or a man with a very real skill set.

All true shamans are distinguished by their ability to achieve visionary states of consciousness. They can redirect their consciousness away from everyday physical reality and into the hidden worlds, while remaining awake. This change of consciousness is called "shamanic travel" in the western world. It is an ancient form of meditation that improves with practice. Furthermore, this ability to connect with inner worlds distinguishes shamans from all other religious practitioners.

In addition, the shamanic community believes that only special people are able to communicate with the spiritual world. Shamans can connect to the spiritual world through various means and procedures. Some of these methods include dance, music and songs or fasting for example. During these ceremonies, shamans use props such as feathers, drums, gongs or swords.

 

 

How to become a shaman?

To become a shaman, it happens through dreams but mostly in a hereditary way.

All shamans go through a rite of passage. One of these rites is the wounded healer, in which the young shaman has to experience a serious illness that can lead to death. Therefore, the future shaman goes to the spiritual world. The shaman then returns with vital information for the tribe given by the spirits. The experience of "imminent death" also helps the future shaman to understand the illness.

The first role of the shaman is to heal the sick in society. A shaman does this by connecting to the spirit world and gaining knowledge about various diseases. He then uses this same knowledge to heal the sick individual.

Next, a shaman acts as a mediator between the living and the dead. In case of unresolved questions or problems, spirits and people communicate with the shaman, who in turn addresses the party concerned.

Finally, shamans have the ability to predict the future. They also lead to making sacrifices in order to appease the gods or spirits to forgive or bless people. In addition to these major roles, shamans tell stories and sing in order to pass on traditions to the next generation.

However, in order to become a shaman, skills must be acquired that call our mind to work and awaken...

 

 

The skills of shamanism

 

Spiritual awakening

The first step towards shamanism is to develop access to spiritual guides and the etheric world. This is often equated with a spiritual experience or awakening. If you have had such an experience, then it is a first step!

In fact, I invite you to read the article on spiritual awakening which will be of great help to you.

The art of communication

Learning to identify and communicate with our Spiritual Guides requires a form of trust in our intuitive skills. The most common forms of intuition include seeing pictures or movies in your mind, feeling an "instinct" when learning information, hearing voices, or receiving information. Also, meditation to help you enter into trance states to practice mindfulness. This is how our Spiritual Guides communicate with us. Learning to identify and deepen our own intuitive skills opens doors unknown to us to this day.

Perceive authenticity

This brings us back to the previous point, that of intuition. But here we are talking more about analysis. When you receive information, it is necessary to evaluate its authenticity. Keep in mind, however, that you always have a free will on your choices. Therefore, it makes sense to test the information until you have full confidence in your relationship.

Also, you can strengthen your spiritual bonds and ask your guides to teach and guide you. They can show you healing techniques so that you can apply them serenely.

Demonstrate integrity

Integrity is an essential virtue in shamanism. It requires not only spiritual development, but more importantly, intense personal development and ego building.

Your thirst for ego and power will affect your intentions for more harmful purposes. The willingness and ability to explore these shadow elements is essential to the proper use of shamanic and spiritual power. The goal is to align a healthy, well-developed ego, not to destroy it. Seeking the help of a therapist or coach can be a tremendous support.

Beyond these skills, you also have the opportunity to determine your potential pre-dispositions to shamanism.

 

Can I become a shaman?

We will see together what are the revealing signs of a potential shaman. Perhaps you will find yourself in the following descriptions:

You feel a strong bond with nature

Shamans understand that everything on Earth is deeply interconnected through the web of Spirit. Nature and humans are one and mutually nourish each other through the energies. If you are able to listen to the nature around you and care for it instinctively, this is a good sign!

You may even be able to feel the emotions emanating from a tree at the end of its life, for example.

You like solitude

Shamans in most cultures were solitary individuals often living on the outskirts of villages. They were often considered eccentric or different.

However, they were respected because of the wisdom they shared. Because of their unique gifts and sensitivities, shamans could not, if ever, fit into a typical society, as they served as bridges between this world and the invisible worlds.

 

 

You have had a near-death experience

To become a shaman, you need to live the experience of a complete "death and rebirth". This can often present itself as a temporary illness or crisis triggering existential awareness.

It is by overcoming and healing from such an ordeal that the future shaman abandons everything he knows to be true, no matter how much wisdom he is supposed to learn.

You possess a gift of energetic healing

Many shamans are born with the ability to act as masters of living energy. In other words, they have the ability to control and manipulate the energy of their bodies and the bodies of others. In other words, to be a magnetizer.

Carrying healing energy often manifests itself through good blood circulation in the hands. Your hands will almost always be warm to the touch or even burning. And you may sometimes feel a subtle energy emanating from them.

You are clairvoyant

Some people are born with the gift of vision. This is the ability to observe a person and perceive a disease that the person may carry.

People called to shamanism frequently report psychic abilities such as clairvoyance, mediumnity or other paranormal experiences.

You come from a lineage of healers/magnetizers

Many cultures believe that the gift of shaman is inherited and can only be passed on from generation to generation. Of course, in today's world, it is almost impossible to know if one of our ancestors was a healer, because our recent ancestors, just like us, never claimed and cultivated this shamanic gift.

But it is not impossible that some people can access this type of information. It starts from a feeling and tangible facts that are debatable with your family members.

You have premonitory dreams

Some shamans are born with the natural ability to travel between worlds, bring back information and even see visions of future events through their dreams.

If you tend to have accurate and detailed dreams, this can also be a sign. This is reinforced more when they come true in the real world.

The recurring presence of animals around you

Animals play an important role in the shaman's journey. Spiritual animals serve as guides who share vital information and serve as reminders whenever we need their help.

They are also called "totem" animals. You may come across the same animal over and over again no matter what environment you are in.

Thus, I have presented you with a non-exhaustive list of signs that can confirm your pre-disposition to shamanism. In the last part of this article, I will talk briefly about shamanism and women. You will be very surprised!

 

Women and Shamanism

Throughout history, the majority of the writings and teachings known throughout the world on shamanism and spirituality are derived from the masculine. Man has been and still is the voice of authority regarding major opinions and decisions in the world.

In addition, women shamans have often been considered as "witches". For what reason? Well the use of herbs for healing and the ability to travel to invisible worlds and offer advice and healing. Searching for well-known shamans or those practicing medicine throughout history is simple today, they are for the majority of men.

However, it is recognized that women have a particular sensitivity to the signs we have previously. Nowadays we find many women working in the health field for example. The natural and soft qualities that are an integral part of the woman are perfectly associated with shamanism.

Finally, among the feminine qualities we find the art of communication and transmission of knowledge. A shaman worthy of the name has these obvious qualities since he represents an emblematic figure in a community.

 

 

Conclusion on shamans and shamanism

This article is coming to an end and I hope you enjoyed it. Shamanism is a fascinating and very mystical field whose access to its greatest secrets requires a thirst for knowledge. If you read this article on shamanism carefully and instinctively, it may also mean that you have been guided.

This happens to many people, but the truth is that many are called by spiritual forces, but few respond to this call. Shamanism is a spirituality that is lived and not thought out or theorized. It is then necessary to carry out a deep learning and to know its smallest secrets in order to go in search of a spiritual evolution between the worlds.