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Shamanic Cosmology As An Evolutionary Neurocognitive Epistemology, Michael Winkelman
Shamanic Cosmology As An Evolutionary Neurocognitive Epistemology, Michael Winkelman
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
The biological foundation for a shamanic epistemology is indicated by the cross-cultural distribution of a shamanic cosmology derived from knowledge obtained during altered consciousness. These special forms of consciousness involve integrative brain conditions that access ancient ways of knowing, expressive systems which have evolutionary roots in the communicative and social processes involved in animal displays or rituals. These were augmented over the course of hominid evolution into expressive and mimetic activities that provided a basis for significant epistemological expansions of consciousness exemplified in shamanic out-of-body (OBE) experiences. These manifestations of consciousness involved new modes of self and processes of knowing, …
Experiences Of “Soul Journeys” In The World’S Religions: The Journeys Of Mohammed, Saints Paul And John, Jewish Chariot Mysticism, Taoism’S Highest Clarity School, And Shamanism., Roger Walsh
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
“Soul journeys” are a central practice of shamanism. However, they have also been important
in many other religious traditions and have exerted a major impact on religions, cultures, and
history. This article surveys some important journeys in the world’s religions such as those of
Mohammed, the Christian saints Paul and John, Jewish Chariot Mysticism, Taoism’s Highest
Clarity tradition, and shamanism. The article explores the experiences of these journeys, techniques
for inducing them, culturally specific features, and the range of metaphysical interpretations of
them. It also examines some of the surprising ways in which journeys are currently impacting
Western culture, ranging …
Shamans As Healers, Counselors, And Psychotherapists, Stanley Krippner
Shamans As Healers, Counselors, And Psychotherapists, Stanley Krippner
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
Shamanic models of healing, counseling, and psychotherapy differ from Western models in that
they emphasize closeness to the natural world as well as to one’s body and life’s spiritual dimensions.
Shamanic practices reflect the ideals of harmony and knowledge. In shamanism, there is no division
between “mind” and “body,” hence what Westerners refer to as “mental illness” is seen as part of
the total client being treated by a shaman, a perspective that often includes the client’s family,
community, and the world of “spirits.”
Postmodern Trickster Strands In Shamanic Worlds, Jürgen W. Kremer
Postmodern Trickster Strands In Shamanic Worlds, Jürgen W. Kremer
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
This essay explores socio-philosophical meanings of shamanic cultures and practices and
their affirmation and revival. What is their potential significance for humanity’s future? I
argue that shamanism engages humans in practices that put us potentially at the center of
our creativity and creative visioning. The trickster figure, a pervasive indigenous presence,
so often seems pivotal in this process and this pervasively male figure plays an important
part in this regenerative interpretation of postmodernism; in fact, postmodernism can be
understood as trickster. Just like the trickster, the nature of postmodernism is ambiguous.
I explore this ambiguity and suggest that shamanic practices …
Shamanism, Imagery Cultivation, And Psi-Signal Detection: A Theoretical Model, Experimental Protocol, And Preliminary Data, Adam J. Rock, Lance Storm
Shamanism, Imagery Cultivation, And Psi-Signal Detection: A Theoretical Model, Experimental Protocol, And Preliminary Data, Adam J. Rock, Lance Storm
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Transpersonal Effects Of Exposure To Shamanic Use Of Khoomei (Tuvan Throat Singing): Preliminary Evaluations From Training Seminars, Vladislav Matrenitsky, Harris L. Friedman
Transpersonal Effects Of Exposure To Shamanic Use Of Khoomei (Tuvan Throat Singing): Preliminary Evaluations From Training Seminars, Vladislav Matrenitsky, Harris L. Friedman
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
Khoomei is a Tuvan Siberian shamanic practice involving overtone throat singing. One hundred eighty-one Western participants completed questionnaires after attending Khoomei seminars, asking about the following: motivation of people to learn shamanic throat singing; self-perception at the levels of body, energy, and mind before-and-after the seminar; feelings and sensations from practicing throat singing; transpersonal experience during throat singing; experience of inner vibrations from listening to the singing; and general state and feelings after seminar. In general, most participants reported many benefits from attending the seminars, although a few reported mild negative effects (e.g., dizziness and sadness). Of particular interest are …