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Now why would this simple page of postings have anything to do with Shamans and Shamanism? Well, if you're drawn to these sharings and the readings resonate with you, you'll know why ...

Welcome to the life-enhancing realm of contemporary shamanism - where ancient practices bring new richness to modern lives. This Soul Restore website helps bring the rich gift of shamanic practice and healing to contemporary western culture.

Is there a connection between shamans and Christianity? Read about Christian encounters with the shaman in this article by Martin Roth.

An extremely informative series of writings on the practical aspects of shamanism.

As some of you know, I am a professional shaman. Some of you know me as 'The Business Shaman', which was my spirit guides' idea. They are really hot on improving the business situation globally. My plan is to make this publication as interactive as possible, so we can find a path through the many shifts we are all facing daily. So be patient while I find doorways to improve this magazine/e-zine. This publication is offered free of charge. You can access and use any part of this site without cost. It is a service to the global community!

Life is really very simple, and so are the solutions to our problems. What makes it seem so complicated is that we get distracted by all the things there are to see and do and think about, and then we get so stressed by the effort to make everything work out right that we get confused and angry or fearful. When life gets difficult, here are some simple things you can do to think more clearly, feel better, and act more effectively, that really work!
Also see: The Lucky Shaman by Jim Fallon.

Shaman Elder Maggie's course calls out to those who feel the stirrings of Spirit within--those who like the butterfly in the chrysalis strain to break free and fly in their true colors with healing in their wings.

Shamanism, the worlds oldest healing tradition, is found in all cultures. Shamans work with animal spirits. Learn wisdom of 300 animal helpers.

As a spiritual and psycho-therapeutic technique, shamanism goes back to the very origin of the human race. And Bon Po is one of the most ancient surviving forms of shamanism still being practiced today. This is a fascinating article and one of the best I've ever read on the origins and functions of shaminism.

There are many definitions of shamanism, but few mention the core of shamanistic belief that I learned from my teachers. Most definitions describe what shamans do rather than what shamans believe. Read on ...

"The word shaman is a Siberian word from the Tungus tribe, where it means an 'excited or agitated person'. This excited person is a healer and magician, and the word has, in these days of global concepts, become a word which means a person from almost any culture with a special knowledge of healing and a greater awareness of how the world of the spirits works. A shaman is, if you like, a 'technician of the sacred'. A person who understands that all is alive and who is trained to work with this knowledge to help their people."
-- Nicholas Wood