The Goal Of Natural Shamanism And Spirituality

By Mary Roberts


Most often, those following any spiritual path have chosen to do so. While this is the case, there are others whom follow tradition and practices which have been handed down through generations. When it comes to Natural Shamanism, there are those whom believe that only descendants of ancient tribe leaders have the ability to follow this path. Whereas, there are also New Age believers which believe individuals can learn and abide by the spiritual aspects associated with the practice.

Definitions of shamanism often refer to the practice as a life path or healing tradition. The motivation of the practice being to build a stronger connection between people and nature. The term, Shaman, was provided by Anthropologists and originally referenced leaders of ceremonial and spiritual rituals of a Siberian tribe. As such, there are many different aspects of the practice which are based on these ancient rituals.

After learning that other indigenous tribes were using the term, it was discovered that shamanism was being practiced all over the world. After which, the work and practice became popular in different cultures. While the ancient practice is still active in Siberia and other areas of the world, the New Age form has now taken hold all over the world, while having found great popularity in the West.

Once this New Age version took hold, the practice became far more popularized as part and parcel to New Age and Pagan beliefs. Now, it is often difficult to differentiate between the two practices. At the same time, shamans with an ancestry, heritage and history are often considered ancient. Whereas, those holding meetings and social groups at New Age bookstores and other locations are often considered esoteric.

There are many people, especially those in indigenous tribes whom consider either practice to hold all the spiritual and universal wisdom of the world. For, it is often believed that Shamans are all knowing, all seeing people. As such, it is often believed these individuals have an inherent database of wisdom along with intuitive and psychic abilities.

When it comes to healing, most believe that only ancient tribes and those having descended down through generations have this power. Whereas, many of those practicing esoteric shamanism believe there are others, whether trained, or born into shamanism have healing abilities. In either case, it is often advised that individuals run a background check on anyone claiming to have healing powers before providing payment.

Current shamanistic healers often provide healing on a donation basis. While this is the case, some may recommend a specific monetary value. Whereas, there are others whom will not accept payment of any kind. For, there are many of these individuals whom believe it is part of the practice to heal others and the community at large.

The goal of the practice is to create balance, harmony and well being. Living a shamanistic lifestyle on a daily basis allows practitioners to focus on different areas which need healing. While some practitioners travel to spiritual centers as a means of cleansing and enhancing body, mind and soul, doing so is not a requirement. Rather, focusing on balance, harmony and overall well being of community and planet are the most important aspects when it comes to maintaining a daily practice.




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