Core shamanism
Core shamanism is a gateway to spiritual travel, tapping into the universal methods and techniques that span various shamanic traditions. Anthropologist Michael Harner introduced core shamanism, emphasizing its non-specific cultural framework. This allows individuals to explore the essence of shamanic practices without delving into or misrepresenting specific indigenous cultures.
Central elements of core shamanism include:
Journeying: As a profound form of spiritual travel, journeying lets practitioners embark on a spirit journey to non-ordinary realms. This meditative practice, often facilitated by drumming or rhythmic sounds, is akin to visiting mystical places or spiritual places in a transcendent state.
Power Animals and Spirit Guides: While on their spirit journey, many encounter guiding spirits, often reminiscent of creatures found in sacred sites around the world. These entities offer wisdom, protection, and insights.
Soul Retrieval: In sacred places within oneself, there may be fragments lost due to trauma. Core shamanism's soul retrieval technique is about venturing into these healing places to restore those fragments and facilitate overall wellness.
Extraction Healing: This involves venturing into one's spiritual places to remove spiritual intrusions or negative energies, reminiscent of purifying oneself at vortex sites or sacred sites in different cultures.
Ethical Guidelines: Any spiritual travel to sacred places, whether physical or metaphysical, demands ethical conduct. In core shamanism, there's a strong emphasis on working for collective well-being and venerating all life.
Cultural Neutrality: Just as travelers respect the sacred sites and mystical places they visit, core shamanism respects indigenous traditions by being free from specific cultural contexts. It's like a universal passport for those embarking on a spirit journey.
For those looking to experience spiritual travel, visiting sacred sites, or immersing in the energies of a vortex, core shamanism offers a unique and respectful path. It beckons all to explore sacred places within and around, merging the external journey to mystical places with an internal spirit journey. If you’re interesting on having this experience, check out my Shamanic Journeying tour.
