The Benefits Of Natural Shamanism And Practices

By Mary Roberts


When it comes to spirituality, there are often many different choices and viewpoints. While some have found practices such as meditation and yoga beneficial, there are others whom enjoy the benefits of Natural Shamanism. For, as with other paths, while there are many different aspects, Shamanism is born out of nature.

When defining the term shamanism, it is often suggest to be a health path or spiritual tradition. For, the basic concept of the practice is to build a stronger sense of connection to spirit and nature. First discovered as a spiritual path by Anthropologists, the term refers to an ancient Siberian tribe. Upon encountering the tribe, these individuals learned about the practice and associated rituals. After which, the term Shaman was given, and refers to the leaders of these indigenous tribes.

Later, it was discovered that the practice had cross-cultural connections to nature and spirit. After which, the practice and terminology became popular in varying parts of the world. Since that time, a newer form of shamanism has been developed which is often the esoteric form found by those practicing in the Western world.

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.

There are some people whom consider the basics of the practice as being the spiritual and universal wisdom of early tribes. While this is the case, there are others whom disagree. For, it has been discovered and proved that different indigenous tribes have varying beliefs. As such, while there may be similarities in tradition when it comes to ancient shamanistic rituals, there are also differences.

Ancient shamans often believe that only the earliest Shamans and descendants have healing powers. For, it is believed that the ability and practice with regards to healing has been handed down through generations. Whereas, while there can be present day shamans, most indigenous tribes believe only those descended from ancient shamans have such power. In either case, it is often good to do a background check before providing payment to anyone whom claims to have cleansing or healing powers, a shaman or otherwise.

In fact, true shamanistic healers living in this day and age often provide services on a free or donation basis. For, these healers provide services to individuals while also focusing on healing various dysfunctions in a community. In this sense, community refers to animals, plants, planet, people, sea life, wild life and all of life as a whole. In all cases, it requires a commitment to daily spiritual practices in this area to achieve these 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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