Shamanism for Beginners: Journeying with Spirits, Ancestors & the Natural World (Llewellyn's For Beginners Book 58)

Connect with the natural world and explore the various paths of shamanism through the unique perspective of a Navajo medicine woman.

Sharing practices that are open to everyone, Granddaughter Crow takes you into the world of the shaman, revealing how they stand as an intermediary between the seen and unseen realms. Discover the difference between traditional, core, and neo-shamanism and how to practice this animistic worldview with respect and sensitivity for the diverse cultures that have informed its techniques and traditions.

Granddaughter Crow first lays the foundational framework of shamanism, covering core concepts before exploring how to work with the natural world without appropriation. Through dozens of exercises and prayers, she teaches you how to connect with the seasons, journey through unseen realms, restore balance and harmony to your life, and more. From learning about animism to creating your own medicine wheel, this book presents essential wisdom for your shamanic journey.