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- Tafero's Lesson Plan of the Day - Chinese Studies - Taoism - Origins and the Xia PeriodThis is a simple lesson plan outline of Taoism. In these lessons we will examine the origins of Taoism and its development during the Xia.
- Shamanism TodayIn the current Western world, many people are in search of a higher level of consciousness. A mid-life crisis or a period of deep change is often the trigger for this thirst to learn more about spirituality and shamanic practice.
Shamanism Among the Sami and YanomamoAlthough there are many similarities that characterizes the practice of magic around the world, geography seems to play an important role in the differences of these practices.- Modern Day or New Age Shamanism Belief Systems and PracticesThis article examines some of the beliefs and practices of Modern Day Shamanism which is also referred to as New Age Shamanism or Neo-Shamanism.
- Shamanism: A Timeless PracticeThe practice of Shamanism.
- Shamanism and the Practices of the New Age MovementIn this article you will come to understand what a Shaman or Medicine Man is and what their practices are. You will also find a comparison to the New Age Shamanism movement.
- Shamanism: A Modern Look at an Ancient PracticeThe modern day shaman derives his study from the ancient practices and traditions yet adapts them to evolve into a more modern form for spiritual healing, self-improvement and balance.
Ayahuasca Use in Shamanism, Indigenous Religious Practices, SpiritualityAyahuasca has been used in shamanic ceremonies for thousands of years. Scientists do not fully understand the mysterious effects of the brew on people's consciousness. The debate over the legality of the tea continues in many countries today.- Book Review: A Hallucinogenic Tea, Laced with Controversy: Ayahuasca in the Amazon and the United StatesDiscusses and reviews the book A Hallucinogenic Tea, Laced with Controversy: Ayahuasca in the Amazon and the United States.
- Shamans and Shamanism, Past and PresentThe shaman is popular in modern culture, and has become equally prominent in explanations of prehistoric art. Anthropologists and archaeologists are still debating the usefulness of the idea of shamanism.
Celtic ShamanismAn essay on Celtic Shamanism- Shamanism in Theory and PracticeShamanism is an ancient art and method of healing and visionary experience that has been embraced by the modern New Age movement.
- The Ins and Outs of European Shamanism and Mask WearingEuropean shamanism is elder than most religions. Mask wearing and communication with spirits was part of daily life.
- Musical Shamanism in the Orang Asli Culture of the Malay PeninsulaIn many traditional cultures, sonic communication with spirits and gods is effected through a musical intermediary known as a shaman. One such culture is found among the Orang Asli, who inhabit the rain forests of the Malay Peninsula.
- Shamanic Healing for TMJ & Temporomandibular DisordersFor patients who suffer from TMJ and TMD, there may be some therapeutic benefit to the use of shamanic healing practices.
- Hallucinogenic Drugs and Mystical (Inner) ExperienceHallucinogenics have been around, in one form or another, for millenia. They've enabled imbibers to enter into the world of the mystic - but only for brief visits.
- Walking the Spiritual Path (When the Rest of Your Life is Falling Apart)Spiritual growth can feel disruptive if we've built so many things in our lives upon a false sense of self and suddenly begin acting from our true selves.