SHAMAN 101 - Intro Shamanic techniques encompass a philosophy that is quite practical in m

SHAMAN 101 - Intro

     Shamanic techniques encompass a philosophy that is quite practical in
     modern terms.  Shamanism is not a religion, and can be practiced by
     anyone who is willing to put in the time and effort.  It requires two
     things: a respect for all life in all forms, and an openness to
     knowledge and experience.


     I am a shaman, although I follow no established tradition and I have
     never studied with another shaman.  This path comes naturally to some,
     and to fight it is to waste your life and talents.  To others, it is
     merely a technique for becoming more effective in the physical world,
     and learning about the esoteric worlds as well.

     Western magickal traditions largely center around the Qaballah, and
     most people have at least heard of the Tree of Life.  For those more
     advanced, Israel Regardie's famous Technique of the Middle Pillar
     exercise is a familiar and comfortable way to open and energize the
     chakra system of the bodies.  In my own way, I've given a shamanic view
     of a similar exercise.

     Shaman 101 is not a course to make a shaman out of you.  It is rather
     a way to start you working with your chakra system, learning where
     the blockages are, and learning to control the amount of power you
     emit or take in to any one area.  This will help you overcome
     difficulties in the "real" world - with your job, your peers, and
     your parents, among others.  It MAY also start you down the path to
     becoming a shaman in your own right.  It may not.  That is for you to
     say.

     Shaman 101 A is the basic journey technique, the acquisition of a
     power animal, and a map of the spirit world.

     Shaman 101 B is learning about the spirit body and how it affects
     your physical body.

     Shaman 101 C is a description of the chakras and some indications of
     their health.

     Shaman 101 D is the exercise for opening and clearing blockages in
     these chakras.

     Shaman R is an abbreviated calendar and resource list.

     Please be aware that I do not claim to have all the answers.  On a
     "smart" day, I don't claim to have ANY answers... I do, however, feel
     that this information will be especially helpful to those who have
     limited (or no) occult training, and who wish to explore a new world.

     This is not a game.  It is not all that serious, either.  Humor is
     necessary in this world and in the world "inside" to which you will
     journey.  Be respectful, be open, be curious.  Ask questions, and
     learn, learn, learn!  And I would love to hear about your
     experiences, so please consider posting it to me privately or (if your
     pride will take it), to the board in general.

     While I don't do consultations, I will happily answer questions if I
     can.  If you find this interesting enough to want to pursue it
     further, there are some meetings and gatherings in the coming months
     that might be useful. I will try to post some of them as they become
     available.

     Balance and light to you, in the oneness of life!


                                -=Satinka Istari     12/89