Category Archives: Shamanism: Articles

Shamanism for the curious, but hesitant

Posted on October 31, 2019 by Narrye Caldwell

My client’s eyes were wide with amazement. Flushed and glowing, she described the herd of wild horses that had thundered through the room during her shamanic journey–how she could hear their pounding hooves, smell their dusky coats, and feel the … Continue reading →

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The Way of the Shaman Movie

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Narrye

The story of Michael and Sandra Harner in the history and development of core shamanism, the universal, near universal, and common practices of shamanism worldwide. This documentary movie takes us through Michael’s early expeditions as a young anthropologist in the … Continue reading →

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Who Needs Shamanism?

Posted on October 16, 2016 by Narrye Caldwell

When I tell people I do shamanic healing I usually get one of two responses. There are those who know something about shamanism, often through personal experience, and are intrigued and interested; and then there are those who think I’m … Continue reading →

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Shamanic Song Doctoring

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Narrye Caldwell

It was a gorgeous sunny afternoon and I lay on a massage table on the deck at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur,  listening to the Pacific Ocean break against the cliffs below us. Cocooned in blankets, I drifted in … Continue reading →

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Posted on December 12, 2014 by Narrye

Coldspring Healing Arts Santa Cruz, CA Narrye Caldwell, L.Ac. Welcome to Cold Spring Healing Arts. Over the past 30 years I have developed expertise in a number of traditional healing methods that I now offer in my private practice and … Continue reading →

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Dispelling Some Common Myths About Shamanism

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Narrye Caldwell

I just spoke to a student of mine who is very interested in pursuing further shamanic training. I’ve encouraged her, noting her natural talent for the work, and the rich rewards she has already experienced. Indeed, her own Helping Spirits … Continue reading →

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The Listening of Trees

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Narrye Caldwell

I grew up in a small East Coast town where neighbors kept an eye on all the kids. I rode my bike or roller skated everywhere (without a helmet,) and spent most of every day outside. Most of the time … Continue reading →

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Shamanic Healing

Posted on November 2, 2009 by Narrye

Shamanism teaches that illness must be treated from a spiritual as well as a physical perspective. Shamanic healing deals with the spiritual component of illness. A shamanic practitioner works by entering an altered state of consciousness, similar to a dream … Continue reading →

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