Secrets of Shamanism: Tapping the Spirit Power Within You

An excellent book for beginners.

Perfect as described for used book! No marks!

Powerful and compelling piece of writing on shamanism.This book introduces shamanic practices in a way that the seasoned veteran or novice can gain insight and benefit.What I found entirely fascinating is how the authors presented the material and noting that shamanism is the original spiritual practice on the planet long before religion took root and advanced its dominating control over the masses. As they note, shamanic practices continue to flourish and survive on the planet because it is the original grass roots phenomenon and the original spirituality void of the need for an intermediary between oneself and spirit. As they so eloquently note, "anthropological studies have revealed that shamans are actually the most productive, stable, and productive members of their communities."This is a book of inner work and of listening to one's own inner truth without filter, social mandate, or hegemony of standards imposed by the status quo of cultural elites who think they can dominate your own values.The book additionally offers contemporary practices that can jump start your own inner knowing.One of the best books I have read on shamanic development.

Couldn’t put the book down. Finished it within 3 days. Seriously if you’re thinking about buying it. this is probably a sign to do so.

The descriptions and step by step instructions provide people the skills to learn the ancient techniques of shamanism. Easy to read and follow and the book will be a tool that will be reread and utilized many times.

This book is an okay intro to what most would call neo-shamanism or new age shamanism. There are some good explanations in the book, but there could be improvements. The steps for their exercises are a bit simplistic and there is a lot thrown in this book. Some of the concepts appeared to be a re-working of Eastern spirituality such as the 7 tunnels of power, which appear to be the chakras. Yes, some shamanic cultures may use energy systems resembling the chakras, but not all do. I guess shamanism these days means whatever people want it to mean. Perhaps in attempting to combine so many beliefs to make a core system and applying the term shamanism to such a variety of practices what shamanism means has become almost meaningless. This is an inexpensive paperback that will probably be okay as a starting point, but read some other books on shamanism before taking up any practices.

I'm really glad I ordered this book! It's the first book on shamanism that I purchased, & it includes over 50 step-by-step shamanic journeys for a variety of purposes. I have been practicing journeys daily, & feel prepared and confident, since I have this book! I look forward to decades of wonderful journeys to help myself and others.

This book is perfect for anyone needing the insight and starting point of Shamanism. Easy to read and understand, it helped me by being able to reflect what I had read, and then continue at my own pace to the next step.

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This book presents shamanism in an easy to understand way and helps with my thirst and quench for knowledge. Thanks.

Great book. True to actual, real shamanism. I recommend for any beginner.

I loved this interesting book,a fascinating insight into the ways of the Shaman. The exercises are easily followed . I would recommend reading it .

Fantastic book.