Ethical Use of Animal Totems in Shamanism

Perhaps my biggest inspiration for changing the way I perceive the world during the early days of my long illness was Lujan Matus’ book, The Art of Stalking Parallel Perception and Shadows in the Twilight: Conversations with a Shaman. Recently, Lujan was interviewed on a podcast, where he discussed the ethical use of animal totems…

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The Spiritual Path of Embracing Uncertainty Mindfully

In our ever-changing world, we are perpetually confronted by the unknown. As spiritual and existential beings, we often seek solace in the certainty of meanings and judgments that we assign to the myriad stimuli we encounter each day. However, to truly embark on a path of inner growth and self-discovery, we must learn embracing uncertainty…

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