"PRACTICAL SHAMANISM"
with David Thomson, PhD
7:30 to 10 pm Tuesdays
In the old shamanic traditions, shamanism literally means "one who travels between the worlds." In today's fast-paced techno-material world, many of us are coming in from the cold and individualistic square culture into the warm relational round culture of the old ones.
In this new world we honor and travel the cycles of the seasons, the eternal round of birth and childhood, adolescence, maturity, and old age. Here we honor the teachings and seasons of the sun-moon-star dance that is our natural home.
Come join us this fall as we explore these worlds and open up our sight and our senses to that which has for too long lay hidden in our very natures.
October 2 - SHAMANIC DEATH - Enter the West Gate (Fall Season) of the Ancient Medicine Wheel. Explore what it means to "die shamanically" and fully let go of the old so you can embrace what's new and present in your life.
October 16 - BEING WITH BEAR - Explore the "bear medicine" of going within and the herbs and other gifts of this ancient, powerful ally.
October 30 - ENEMIES, EVIL, and NEGATIVITY - Learn centuries old and modern shamanic techniques to effectively deal with the forces, energies, and personalities that can cause you harm.
November 6 - SOUL RETRIEVAL - Experience several methods of calling your soul home.
November 20 - MEDICINE NAMES - Names are powerful reminders of who we are and how we move in the world. Come explore the several names you have been given during your life, and those that might be waiting for you.
December 4 - HEALING WATERS - Water is an essential part of our nature and is vital to abundant life on this planet. Examine in a loving community of pathwalkers, the healing, restorative nature of this primary element.
Please bring medicine blankets, drums, and rattles with you as we journey together in these new worlds.
The cost is $10 per person per evening or $15 for couples. All are welcome! You may contact Vision Quest at 425-252-1591 or Sacred Circles at 425-377-9408 for more information or to enroll. All sessions will be held at Vision Quest Educational Center, 3602 Colby Ave. in Everett, WA.
You are also more than welcome to "drop-in" for one of the evenings or to join us for the entire series. And please feel free to share this information with your friends, especially those who might be new to "walking this way."
October 4-7, 2007 - MEN'S INTENSIVE, "And What is Your Spiritual Practice?" at Natapoc Lodging on the beautiful Wenatchee River near Leavenworth, WA. The cost is $285 for lodging and supplies. We will bring and cook our own food in community. Please call or email for more information.
Traditional Native American sweats will also be held on the 4th Sunday of each month at Noon throughout 2007-2008 on Whidbey Island, northwest of Seattle. Please contact the Institute for directions and appropriate attire and preparation.
Other ceremonies and celebrations are also held throughout the year at various places and times. If you would like to be placed on our "event notification" email list, please Contact Us at the Institute.