“Shaman” is an ancient term for a healer – a person of medicine.
master of energy
Shamanism isn’t a religion; it is a spiritual practice. Its roots are not tied to one specific culture. The term is thought to have originated from the Tungus tribe in Siberia. The term “shaman” literally translates to “one who knows”.
“Shamans understand that the material world is an expression of a subtler energetic realm and are able to interact with both realms at all times. They learned how to dream their world into being within this energetic realm, so they could participate in the creation and stewardship of reality.”
Alberto Villoldo PhD, founder of The Four Winds Society
Adhering to the belief that everything is energy, Shamans are a master of energy.
Their main objective is to restore balance.
“As visionaries, healers, psychologists and coaches of their times, Shamans build bridges between worlds.”
Corinna Hayd
Neo shamanism refers to new forms of shamanism. It usually means shamanism practiced by Western people as a type of New Age spirituality.