Introductory Lesson - The Shaman Within
Walking The Sacred Wheel, The Shaman Within
Introductory Lesson (PDF)
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£5.00 if purchased alone as a taster, but if you purchase the North, South, East and West Gates, this is included in the price.
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For the first time the amazing and profoundly life enhancing teachings of the four corners of the globe are united to make available this fantastic correspondence course in the UK. This is a fully accredited course that is designed to encompass an entire calendar year and provides the student with a truly grounded and solid foundation in the ways of earth traditions, rites, rituals, tools and understandings.
This is the Introductory Lesson to a fully accredited course that is designed to encompass an entire calendar year and provides the student with a truly grounded and solid foundation in the ways of earth traditions, rites, rituals, tools and understandings. As with all authentic earth traditions, this course is led by the seasons, so you can start at anytime.
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Your 50 page Introductory Lesson includes:
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Guidelines for the course and this lesson
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Invocation Blessing Song
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Purification & Cleansing (the whys, whens and how to)
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Your Growth Journal
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Centering & Grounding
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Creating Alters
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Protection – calling in and releasing the directions
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The Sacred Circle
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Questionnaire
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20 Page Spiritual perspective & Wheel Walk Glossary
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This course leads onto a further years study at the end of which the student will, based on a ‘pass’ on completion, be fully accredited to Teach Shamanic Practices. This second year is by no means compulsory, but if undertaken includes four residentials which must be attended at any of the following venues; Earth Spirit in Glastonbury, Atlow Mill in Derbyshire, Brightlife on The Isle of Man to name a few…
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This 50 page Introductory Lesson can be purchased on it's own for just £5. This will give you a thorough understanding of what to expect if you go ahead and purchase the rest of these one of a kind courses.
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If you decide to go right on in and purchase The Complete Gates - this Introductory Lesson is automatically included.
The 'Great' North Gate
WAY OF THE TEACHER
WALKING THE SACRED WHEEL,
THE SHAMAN WITHIN
Journey through The ‘Great’ North Gate – Way of the Teacher with Barbara Meiklejohn-Free in partnership with Sacred Circles Institute, CA, USA.
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The ‘Great’ North Gate (Dec 22 – Mar 20) comprises of an Introductory Lesson to the ’North’ and a further three comprehensive Lessons (Deep Sleep Moon, Renewal Moon & Big Windy Moon) covering the Winter time of the calender year (Northern Hemisphere).
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All of the smartly presented, easy to read PDF’s include a week-by-week guide, extensive information and explanations of the ancestral wisdoms relating to this period and practical exercises, invocations and meditations, broken down as follows:
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North Gate Introductory Lesson – introducing the aspects of the Way of the Teacher; Wisdom, Leadership & Completion. This lesson, as with all introductions to the Gates, contains the most indepth analysis of the elements, energy and power of the North. It demonstrates how all aspects of the natural and super-natural worlds play their part in our understanding and experience of this time of year, relating to particular aspects of our mind, body and spirit – connecting to our soul’s knowing. In particular we look at the Animals of the North, Taking Responsibility and the Winter Solstice.
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Deep Sleep Moon (Dec 22 – Jan 19) Claiming the Shield of Power is the central theme, of which highlights include; Control Issues, making a Medicine Staff and Spiral, Ceremony of Wisdom, Sacred Pipe, Air & Breath and finding your place in the Sacred Wheel
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Renewal Moon (Jan 20 – Feb 18) Navigating the Path of Service shows us the importance of Sacred Service, Calling to your Wholeness, Imbolc, Rattles & the Realm of Ancestors.
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Big Windy Moon (Feb 19 – Mar 20) Telling the sacred Story uncovers our understanding of, and relationship to, the teachings of Impeccability, the Internal Monologue, your Authentic Voice & leaving the North.
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These Lessons that make up one part of the ‘Walking The Sacred Wheel, The Shaman Within’ course are one of the most authentic, comprehensive and well researched of their kind and not only offer the opportunity for great learning and spiritual development but combine to provide one of the best ‘Shamanic Almanacs’ available to date and includes access to course facilitators.
The ‘Mystical’ East Gate
WAY OF THE VISIONARY
WALKING THE SACRED WHEEL,
THE SHAMAN WITHIN
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Journey through The ‘Mystical’ East Gate -Way of the Visionary with Barbara Meiklejohn-Free and in partnership with Sacred Circles Institute, CA, USA.
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The ‘Mystical’ East Gate (Mar 21 – Jun 20) comprises of an Introductory Lesson to the ‘East’ and a further 3 comprehensive Lessons (Budding of the Trees Moon, Frogs Returning Moon & Planting Moon) covering the Spring time of the calender year (Northern Hemisphere).
All of the smartly presented, easy to read PDF’s include a week-by-week guide, extensive information and explanations of the ancestral wisdoms relating to this period and practical exercises, invocations and meditations, broken down as follows:
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East Gate Introductory Lesson Aspects of the Way of the Visionary include; Illumination & Enlightenment. This lesson, as with all introductions to the Gates, contains the most indepth analysis of the elements, energy and power of the East. It demonstrates how all aspects of the natural and super-natural worlds play their part in our understanding and experience of this time of year, relating to particular aspects of our mind, body and spirit – connecting to our soul’s knowing. In particular we look at Deeper Levels of Truth & Exploring the Edges.(This Lesson is FOC to anyone signing up to the entire course and must always be read before undertaking any of the following, paid for, lessons.)
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Budding of the Trees Moon (Mar 21 – Apr 19) Discovering the Living Tree is core to this lesson and includes; Mayan Solar Ceremony, Spiritual Duty, Birth Scripts, Change & Choice, Vision Quests and Divine access to Spirit.
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Frogs Returning Moon (Apr 20 – May 20) Stability (Balancing Earth & Sky) covers the following areas of understanding; Web of Power, Walking Meditation, Right relationship, Personal Clarity, Element of Fire and Reclaiming Personal Power.
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Planting Moon (May 21 – Jun 20) Making your Own Medicine looks at the practical application of the wisdoms taught and includes; Spiritual Quest, Visioning, Path Map, Nature Power, Spiritual Helpers & Totems, Sound, Making your own Spirit Bag, Releasing & Transforming and the Inner Fire.
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These Lessons that make up one part of the ‘Walking The Sacred Wheel, The Shaman Within’ course are one of the most authentic, comprehensive and well researched of their kind and not only offer the opportunity for great learning and spiritual development but combine to provide one of the best ‘Shamanic Almanacs’ available to date and includes access to course facilitators.
The ‘Sacred’ South Gate
WAY OF THE HEALER
WALKING THE SACRED WHEEL,
THE SHAMAN WITHIN
Journey through The ‘Sacred’ South Gate – Way of the Healer with Barbara Meiklejohn-Free and in partnership with Sacred Circles Institute, CA, USA.
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The ‘Sacred’ South Gate (Jun 21 – Sep 22) comprises of an Introductory Lesson to the ’South’ and a further 3 comprehensive Lessons (Bright Sun Moon, Ripe Land Moon & Harvest Moon) covering the Summer time of the calender year (Northern Hemisphere). All of the smartly presented, easy to read PDF’s include a week-by-week guide, extensive information and explanations of the ancestral wisdoms relating to this period and practical exercises, invocations and meditations, broken down as follows:
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South Gate Introductory Lesson Introducing the awesome aspects of the Way of the Healer; Groundedness, Vulnerability & Curiosity. This lesson, as with all introductions to the Gates, contains the most indepth analysis of the elements, energy and power of the South. It demonstrates how all aspects of the natural and super-natural worlds play their part in our understanding and experience of this time of year, relating to particular aspects of our mind, body and spirit – connecting to our soul’s knowing. In particular we look at the Animals of the South, Honouring through Festival & Ceremony & Holy Days of the Year. (This Lesson is FOC to anyone signing up to the entire course and must always be read before undertaking any of the following, paid for, lessons.)
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Bright Sun Moon (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Owning the Web of Creation is at the heart of this lesson, highlights include; Summer Solstice, Becoming a ‘Hollow Bone’ and Sun Mediation.
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Ripe Land Moon (Jul 23 – Aug 22) Speaking from the Heart, a most powerful and indepth undertaking, is taught in this lesson.
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Harvest Moon (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Weaving the Community Web explores the deeper understanding of Right Relationship, The Medicine Wheel & Stone Circles – learn to make your own, Guided Journeying and The Drum, to showcase a few.
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These Lessons that make up one part of the ‘Walking The Sacred Wheel, The Shaman Within’ course are one of the most authentic, comprehensive and well researched of their kind and not only offer the opportunity for great learning and spiritual development but combine to provide one of the best ‘Shamanic Almanacs’ available to date. Course Fee is just £390 (save money by purchasing complete ‘Gates’ at a time), which includes access to course facilitators should you have any questions or wish to discuss any subjects in more detail.
The ‘Ancient’ West Gate
WAY OF THE SPIRITUAL WARRIOR
WALKING THE SACRED WHEEL,
THE SHAMAN WITHIN
Journey through The ‘Ancient’ West Gate – Way of the Spiritual Warrior with Barbara Meiklejohn-Free and in partnership with Sacred Circles Institute, CA, USA.
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The ‘Ancient’ West Gate (Sep 23 – Dec 21) comprises of an Introductory Lesson to the ‘West’ and a further 3 comprehensive Lessons (Migration Moon, Frost and Freeze Moon & Snowy Moon) covering the Autumn/Fall time of the calender year (Northern Hemisphere). All of the smartly presented, easy to read PDF’s include a week-by-week guide, extensive information and explanations of the ancestral wisdoms relating to this period and practical exercises, invocations and meditations, broken down as follows:
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West Gate Introductory Lesson Aspects of the Way of the Spiritual Warrior include; Inner Knowing, Detachment, & Right use of Power. This lesson, as with all introductions to the Gates, contains the most indepth analysis of the elements, energy and power of the West. It demonstrates how all aspects of the natural and super-natural worlds play their part in our understanding and experience of this time of year, relating to particular aspects of our mind, body and spirit – connecting to our soul’s knowing. In particular we look at the Transformation & Way of the Spiritual Warrior, Autumn/Fall Equinox and Festivals & Celebrations. (This Lesson is FOC to anyone signing up to the entire course and must always be read before undertaking any of the following, paid for, lessons.)
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Migration Moon (Sep 23 – Oct 23) Navigating the Web of Chaos is explored in this lesson, highlights include; Transformation, Mirrors, Shadows, Enemies & Evil, Attunement and Shape Changing.
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Frost and Freeze Moon (Oct 24 – Nov 21) Travelling the Symbolic Landscape is a journey about the meaning and purpose of the following aspects; Time, Doorway to the Divine, Samhain, Ceremony with the Moon, Sacred Marriage, Names, Fasting and Dreaming.
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Snowy Moon (Nov 22 – Dec 21) Journey of the Wheel lies at the heart of this lesson and highlights explore: Your Story, Truth, Mindsets, Forgiveness, The Element of Water and making your own Medicine Blanket.
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These Lessons that make up one part of the ‘Walking The Sacred Wheel, The Shaman Within’ course are one of the most authentic, comprehensive and well researched of their kind and not only offer the opportunity for great learning and spiritual development but combine to provide one of the best ‘Shamanic Almanacs’ available to date and includes access to course facilitators.
To purchase this incredible course as a whole please visit our online shop.
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If you have any queries regarding your Shamanic Homestudies course please email us at spiritvisions@aol.com