The Complete Idiot's Guide to Shamanism

by Gini Graham Scott

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You're no idiot, of course. You know that shamans are also known as medicine men and women, who use the power of the mind and call on spiritual helpers to heal the afflicted. However, this ancient art has been put to more modern uses, including problem solving, empowerment, and personal mastery.But you don't have to trek through steamy Amazonian jungles or frigid Siberian tundra to become enlightened in the ways of shamanism! The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Shamanism will show exactly how to show more discover your own shamanic power—and how that power will guide you in your everyday life! In this Complete Idiot's Guide®, you get:—Shamanic history—from its origins in Paleolithic times to its spreading influence today.—Power animals—where to locate them and how they communicate with you.—How to take a shamanic journey—traveling through the Lower, Upper, and Middle Worlds, and exploring your past or future.—Shamanic... show less

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3 reviews
Did not finish. Struck me as a very superficial, new age, self-empowerment style book.
A well written overview of shamanism, realistic but leaving me with an interest.
Basic but sound introduction to Shamanic practices with helpful exercises to guide you on your journey.
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Gini Graham Scott, Ph.D., is the founder and director of Changemakers and Creative Communications & Research

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Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS
291.144ReligionOther religions[Formerly: General Religious Topics][formerly: Religious mythology, general classes of religion, interreligious relations and attitudes, social theology. Relocated to 201]Categories of Religionshamanism
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BL2370 .S5 .S36Philosophy, Psychology and ReligionReligions. Mythology. RationalismReligions. Mythology. RationalismHistory and principles of religionsAsian. Oriental
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