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5 Differences between Shamanism and Neo Shamanism in the West

2019

What's the difference between Indigenous Shamanism and Western Neo Shamanism? The 5 main traits of trans-cultural shamanisms as practised in the Western World!

12:00 min

On Neo-Shamanism

Neo-shamanism (for “new shamanism”) is a phenomenon that has been mainly developing in recent societies of Europe and of North America since the second half of the 20th century.

Article
Raz M.
2019
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Neoshamanism: A Call to the Western Animistic Soul

The path of shamanism in the West is a curious thing. Dogmatic world religions are crumbling institutions that no longer meet the needs of the modern spiritual seeker.

Article
Kelley Harrell
2011
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Step into the World of Neoshamanism

Neoshamanism is considered to be a contemporary form of shamanism developed to merge indigenous shamanic traditions within today’s society.

Article
Hiyah Zaidi
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18 Major World Religions — Study Starters

Religion is so diverse and nuanced a subject that it’s nearly impossible to encapsulate all of the world’s major religions in just a few words. But we’re going to try anyway. This is an entry point for understanding the basics of the world’s major religions.

Article
TheBestSchools
2021
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Shamanism for Every Day: 365 Journeys

For thousands of years, practitioners of shamanism have found healing and wisdom by connecting to their own spirits and the spirit that lives in all things. Shamanism can be practiced by anyone. Wherever we are, the powers within the web of life and the keys to our personal evolution are available.

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Mara Bishop
2025
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A Spirit Walker's Guide to Shamanic Tools: How to Make and Use Drums, Masks, Rattles, and Other Sacred Implements

Navaho traditional healers bring rattles, corn pollen, eagle feathers, and sage smoke together with songs and dances to affect healing. Ulchi shamans use drums, rattles, and larch tree wands called gimsacha to work healing magic.

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Evelyn C. Rysdyk
2025
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Shamanic Creativity: Free the Imagination with Rituals, Energy Work, and Spirit Journeying

In this step-by-step practical guide to enhancing creative energy, Evelyn Rysdyk explains how, from the shamanic perspective, creativity--or creative energy--is a life-giving force that frees the imagination, supports innovation, and awakens unique ways of thinking and feeling that can transform...

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Evelyn C. Rysdyk
2022
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Spirit Walking: A Course in Shamanic Power

In Spirit Walking, shamanic practitioner Evelyn Rysdyk shows how we can all connect with the spirit world to find balance and healing.

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Evelyn C. Rysdyk
2025
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The Medicine Bag: Shamanic Rituals & Ceremonies for Personal Transformation

One of the main tenets of shamanism is a belief in the power of ceremony to manifest change in the physical world. Virtually all shamanic traditions use a variety of ritual practices as tools for personal transformation, healing, and celebration.

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don Jose Ruiz, don Miguel Ruiz (foreword)
2020
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Spirit Hacking: Shamanic Keys to Reclaim Your Personal Power, Transform Yourself, and Light Up the World

In Spirit Hacking: Shamanic Keys to Reclaim Your Personal Power, Transform Yourself, and Light Up the World, Shaman Durek, a sixth-generation shaman, shares life altering shamanic keys allowing you to tap into your personal power.

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Shaman Durek, Dave Asprey (foreword)
2019
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