Wisdom From
the Path.
Teachings, journeys and field notes from the practice — on power animals, the three worlds, and what shamanism actually asks of us. Written to be used, not just read.
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What You Need to Know About the I Ching
The I Ching has 64 hexagrams built from six broken or unbroken lines. How to cast one with three coins,…
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Shamanism Was Never One Thing: A Map of the World’s Living Traditions
The word shaman is Evenki, and the practices are many. Siberian, Amazonian, Andean, African, Korean and Celtic traditions, and where…
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The Groundhog Knows Exactly When to Come Back Up
A hibernating groundhog drops to five heartbeats a minute. Real rest is physiological. Knowing when to surface, the hiding shadow,…
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The Ostrich Gave Up the Sky. It Is Not Sorry.
The Ostrich, with its remarkable size and unique abilities, stands as a symbol of resilience, groundedness, and the ability to…
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The Heron Is Not Doing Nothing. It Is Waiting With Total Precision
A heron’s neck is spring loaded, so its stillness is the most alert state it has. Waiting as strategy, the…
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How to Do a Shamanic Journey: A Beginner’s Guide
Shamanic journeying is a foundational practice in shamanism, an ancient spiritual tradition that emphasizes direct interaction with the spiritual realm.…
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The Rare Guides Do Not Arrive by Accident
In the tapestry of the spirit animal realm, each creature carries its unique symbolism, lessons, and insights that can guide…
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The Animals That Come for Love Do Not Promise It Will Be Easy
Dove, swan, horse and dolphin. Swans do sometimes separate, so devotion is renewed rather than automatic. What each asks of…
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When Your Guide Is a Dragon: The Truth About Mythical Spirit Animals
Mythical spirit animals captivate the imagination, embodying the rich tapestry of human belief, symbolism, and the desire to connect with…
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The Sugar Glider Never Leaps Blind. It Chooses the Branch First
A sugar glider fixes on its landing branch before it launches, and cannot change course mid-air. On the aimed leap,…
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The Dinosaur Did Not Disappear. It Became the Birds
The dinosaur, a symbol of ancient power and the mysteries of the Earth’s primordial past, emerges as a compelling spirit…
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The Canary Feels It First — and Sings Anyway
In the spiritual realm, the canary emerges as a vibrant symbol of joy, self-expression, and the bright power of the…
Get to know your Spirit Animal
The free Spirit Animal Discovery Guide explains what spirit animals are, walks you through a quiz to find yours, and gives you meditation and visualisation exercises to meet it.
