Healing with Shamanism - by Jaime Meyer (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Discover the history and healing power of shamanism--a practical guide

For tens of thousands of years, shamanism has helped us to understand the transcendent union between body, mind, and spirit. Healing with Shamanism is a comprehensive guide to the history and practice of shamanistic healing from all over the world--so you can learn from their power and apply it in your own life.

Explore shamanistic techniques that offer wisdom on healing every part of your being, including visualization, meditation, journaling, song and chant, massage, ecstatic dance, energy manipulation, and power animal work. It's time to embark on a journey that will fill you with love, wonder, and the power to live in restorative wholeness.

Healing with Shamanism includes:

• A world of shamanism--Learn what shamanism is, the difference between animism and shamanism, the unique regional differences and contributions to shamanistic practices, and beyond.
• Tools for healing--Discover some of the common cross-cultural tools that shamans use for healing today and throughout time, from crystals and plants to ritual clothing, rattles, cloaks, and drums.
• Shamanistic glossary--Explore helpful definitions of the more abstract words, concepts, and ideas.

Find the healing power within you with the profound wisdom of shamanism.

Review Quotes

"Healing with Shamanism is an exceptional and thorough book on shamanism, well-written and easy to read. Meyer has captured the essence of what the word shaman actually means--from the historical roots to contemporary applications--with clear instructions as to how shamanic principles and practices can be used today. Whether an experienced practitioner or newly introduced to shamanism, you'll find this book to be extremely valuable and informative. I highly recommend it!" --Dr. Steven Farmer, author of Animal Spirit Guides and Earth Magic

"Jaime Meyer brings a fresh perspective to the principles and practices of shamanism. His lucid and poetic narrative reminds us that 'we are swimming among powers greater than ourselves.' He brilliantly demonstrates how modern practitioners of shamanism can bring time-honored methods to live more successfully. I heartily recommend Healing with Shamanism both for people new to shamanism and for those who seek to deepen their ongoing practice." --Tom Cowan, author of Yearning For The Wind

"Jaime Meyer's grasp on the deeper mysteries of shamanism inspire me to no end. His book Healing with Shamanism is a must-read. If you are new to shamanism, this book offers an excellent overview of the tools and practices used by shamans throughout time and across cultures. You'll learn powerful basic techniques and philosophies that will help you forge a relationship with your helping spirits and a greater connection to this bountiful Earth we all share." --Sandra Ingerman, MA, award-winning author including Soul Retrieval and The Book of Ceremony