WHAT IS CORE SHAMANISM?
Core Shamanism is "universal or near-universal principles and practices of shamanism not bound to any specific cultural group or perspective, as originated and developed by anthropologist Michael Harner" at the Foundation for Shamanic Studies. "Plant medicine ceremonies" are not included in the curriculum.

That said, "Core Shamanism" really does mean Core. The FSS does not teach the beautiful, cultural traditions they have encountered all over the world out of respect for those indigenous tribes. This type of ritual and culture we can create on our own! Spirited drumming and music, ritual, sacred garb are all part of this Way. Many of us have blended our spiritual paths to create something unique. However the foundation still remains.

Come to be with other people who share the same hunger for a life in communion with their totem animals and spirit guides. Ask questions on things that are consternating to you, learn from each other's experiences learn and pour forth your light for us all to love and enjoy.

If you'd like to join and don't have training in the Harner method,check out www.spiderlinks.net for classes in the PacNW, as well as listings of healers and teachers who teach around the US. There are also Foundation for Shamanic Studies weekend workshops all over the world listed at www.shamanism.org, as well as a good instructional book and drumming CD on shamanic journeying easily found by Sandra Ingerman.

Please feel welcome! Be courageous and participate. You(we) really are the one(s) we have been waiting for... -]]

http://tribes.tribe.net/spiderlinks