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.

One of the best definition of shamanism is that it is a healing tradition and life path. For, the concept of the practice is to connect all of creation to nature. Coined by Anthropologists, the term was first used in relation to a Siberian tribe with regards to ceremonial and spiritual practices.

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 the new form took hold, shamanism became more popularized in relation to New Age and Pagan spirituality. After which, it became more difficult to differentiate between the two practices. In most cases, Shamanism refers to the ancient practice. Whereas, those practicing in New Age circles often refer to the practice as esoteric shamanism.

While there are many people whom consider shamanism the universal spiritual wisdom of all indigenous tribes, there are others whom disagree. For, while most all ancient spirituality and practices are rooted in nature, there are tribes with differing belief systems. As such, while it is a method which people can use to strengthen a connection between spirit and nature, it is not a belief or method shared by everyone.

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.

In fact, most shamans who provide healing in this day and age often do so on a voluntary basis. In most cases, the healer will request a donation, while sometimes recommending a nominal monetary value. While this is the case, as it is the duty of these individuals to heal others as well as animals, wild life, sea life, people and the planet, this is not always the case. In order to provide healing to others, those doing so often maintain an ongoing committed daily practice to achieve these and other shamanistic goals.

With the ultimate goal being to create overall balance and well being, it can often be important to focus and meditate on a daily basis. There are times when shamans can be called to set up a vigil as a method of obtaining a calling or purpose. Whereas, there are others whom travel to different spiritual areas in order to strengthen and renew body, mind and spirit.




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