Today, in the United Kingdom, the King was coronated. From a shamanic point of view, the coronation ceremony has historically been an important ritual for transferring power and establishing the sovereignty of a new ruler. The archetype of the sovereign is a powerful symbol in many shamanic traditions, representing the idea of a wise and just ruler who is able to govern with compassion and … Read more about Coronation from a Shamanic Perspective
Training
Finding Your North
The North holds different meanings to different people. For some it is the place of the teacher and at Embracing Shamanism we can help guide you to stepping into the place of teacher in our Shamanic Teacher Training course. More information can be found here. … Read more about Finding Your North
The Wisdom in the West
All the four directions have different qualities. Yet cross culturally there are universal truths. Just as the sun rises in the east so too the sun sets in the west. With this knowledge brings the quality of endings, death, and sometimes the ancestors. These are all teachings we offer through our Shamanic Practitioner Training that you can learn more about here. … Read more about The Wisdom in the West
The Sacredness of South
As we continue to explore the four directions we find ourselves in the South. When considering the four directions geographical positioning plays a part in your perspective. If you are situated in the Northern or Southern hemisphere will effect your experience of what south means to you. Facing south in Scotland is coveted position to capture the light and warmth of the sun. What does South mean … Read more about The Sacredness of South
East – A Place for Beginnings
Every traditional shamanic culture will have their own understanding, stories, colours and meanings of each direction. Yet there are some universal truths that have commonality. The East is a perfect example of this. The Sun always rises in the East and therefore has a connection with new beginnings, of birth, of fire and warmth. We welcome you to begin your journey with Embracing Shamanism and … Read more about East – A Place for Beginnings
The Four Directions
A concept in shamanism that is cross cultural are the four directions. If you were raised in a traditional shamanic culture this would be taught to you based on the teachings. In modern times people may live in a different land that they were born in and far removed from the ancient teachings that were once prevalent. At Embracing Shamanism our Shamanic Practitioner course helps you discover what … Read more about The Four Directions
Experiential Shamanic Weekend
Focusing on the shamanic journey, our Introduction to Shamanism weekend workshops will introduce the basic principles of cross cultural core-shamanism including: … Read more about Experiential Shamanic Weekend
The Element of Earth
Earth brings growth. Earth brings a sense of being grounded. Earth brings connection. All our offerings at Embracing Shamanism honour and work with the elements. If you are called to work more with the element of Earth have a look at our Nature Intelligence training here. … Read more about The Element of Earth
Spring Equinox
Spring Equinox is time where we honour new life blooming in the Northern Hemisphere. Where there is equal light and dark. A time to reflect on where we can nurture growth in ourselves and bring in balance into our lives as a way to call in these qualities into the world. Our trainings at Embracing Shamanism are guided to find ways to support you on this journey. Find more information here. … Read more about Spring Equinox
The Element of Air
Air brings freedom. Air brings change. Air is movement. All our offerings at Embracing Shamanism honour and work with the elements. What workshop, training and course is calling you? Find out here. … Read more about The Element of Air