My Shamanic Life with Debbie Philp

Lawn Sunshine? Sheri said what she said. In this episode, monthly podcast guest Sheri Kurdakul shares some surprising benefits of dandelion, a plant vilified by those who want a perfect green lawn (why?!?). Sheri and I both think it's a magical plant that spreads happiness. Sheri once again starts us off with an awesome herbal poem. Enjoy!  Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/Sheri's post about dandelion:  https://sherikurdakul.com/dandelion/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/ April 30th Virtual Beltane Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/online-beltane-ceremony/Find all upcoming in-person and virtual events on my calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Earth Day is coming and I had great plans to do a special episode for that. Then I got caught up in recording a presentation of the paper I am writing for one of my grad school classes. It is a good topic for Earth Day, though, so I'm sharing the audio as part of the episode, after a bit of history about Earth Day to set the stage. Be sure to check out the links below for the events I mention, especially if you live near me. Happy Earth Day! Episode links:April 20th North Country Wild Care fundraiser in South Glens Falls, NY:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/birds-bikes-and-beers-fundraiser-for-north-country-wild-care/April 21st UU service in Queensbury, NY:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/uu-service-love-letter-to-the-earth/April 21st Mountain River Circle in Queensbury, NY:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/mountain-river-circle-at-uucgf-8/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Jen and I were both buzzing during the solar eclipse. Listen as Jen shares more about her experience in the totality. Then Jen treats you to an awesome tarot spread you can use in the reemerging energy of spring. Episode links:April 30th Virtual Beltane Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/online-beltane-ceremony/Find all upcoming in-person and virtual events on my calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/ Jen's course, Tarot for Everyone, beginning May 8th:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tarot-for-everyone-tickets-880867106227?aff=oddtdtcreatorJen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing:  https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealingJen's new online shop, which has some beautifully wrapped labradorite pieces:  https://wisewoman.bigcartel.com/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Building on the sit spot practice in episode 117, I am sharing how I journal about nature. This includes recording what I observe and how I feel when I am out there. Have a listen and begin your own practice of journaling nature.Episode links:Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

In the northern hemisphere spring has sprung! I'm feeling into Ostara season's energy of potential and sharing that and other Ostara things in this episode. Episode links:Ostara Season blog post: https://debbiephilp.com/blog/ostara-season-potential/Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Is it good to be a weed? Purple dead nettle thinks so and shows us how to be a weed that is a gentle garden companion. Regular guest Sheri Kurdakul shares about this early spring plant and how it benefits its ecosystem and you even though it is not native to North America. Of course Sheri starts us off with another of her awesome herbal poems. Enjoy the episode! Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/Sheri's post about purple dead nettle:  https://sherikurdakul.com/purple-dead-nettle/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/ March 24th Mountain River Circle in Queensbury, NY:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/mountain-river-circle-at-uucgf-7/Shamanic Reiki Master Practitioner virtual training beginning April 3rd:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/shamanic-reiki-master-practitioner-virtual-training/2024-04-03/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.Photo in episode image by Wolfgang Hasselmann on Unsplash

Who are these healers I keep talking about? You, for one. In this episode I'll share who I believe healers are (some may surprise you) and why their evolutionary work is so important in the world right now. Curious about how it feels to do energy work? I guide you through a simple, effective, one-breath technique to direct energy to other beings. Listen on, healer. Episode links:March 20th Virtual Ostara Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/online-ostara-ceremony/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Dana O'Driscoll's book: Land Healing Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.   Episode image photo by Christopher Campbell on Unsplash  

I slipped a piece of labradorite into my pocket after Jen and I finished recording this episode to go along with the nice buzz I had from doing bee breath along with her. We both have been finding ways to work with struggle and Jen's way of making space is through music. She shares ways you can chanting and singing into your spiritual practice even if you think, like I do, that you can't sing.Episode links:March 20th Virtual Ostara Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/online-ostara-ceremony/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Find all upcoming in-person and virtual events on my calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/ Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing:  https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealingJen's new online shop, which has some beautifully wrapped labradorite pieces:  https://wisewoman.bigcartel.com/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.Episode image by Content Pixie on Unsplash

I believe the world is best served when healers step up as leaders, but many of us who are drawn to the healing arts don't feel safe speaking with the voice of a leader. I've been working on being courageous with my authentic expression of my bold, revolutionary ideas, with the help of my energetic shield. After I share some of my own challenges in stepping into leadership, I'll guide you through a short energy practice so you can create or charge your own shield. Episode links:March 20th Virtual Ostara Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/online-ostara-ceremony/Moonbow Metaphysical Expo:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/moonbow-metaphysical-spring-expo/2024-03-30/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.   

The last thing I expected to hear when Sheri Kurdakul, of Glitter Witch Gardens, shared about the eastern white pine was that it once caused a riot! You'll hear about that plus the ecological, medicinal, and magical properties of this common but absolutely wonderful tree. Sheri starts us off with another of her herbal poems, which are always so good. Enjoy the episode!  Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/category/gardens/Sheri's post about eastern white pine:  https://sherikurdakul.com/eastern-white-pine/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/ February 25th Mountain River Circle in Queensbury, NY:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/mountain-river-circle-at-uucgf-6/March 20th online Ostara Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/online-ostara-ceremony/Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.Episode image by Joshua Ralph on Unsplash  

Valentine's Day turned my thoughts to love while I was also contemplating the web of life and making dream webs for an upcoming metaphysical expo. They all fit together, and I tried to explain how in this episode, although it was a challenge to do so. In the end, I fell back to a practice from Shamanic Reiki that I hope will help you feel what I mean, even if I cannot find the right words.Episode links:Moonbow Metaphysical Expo:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/moonbow-metaphysical-spring-expo/2024-03-30/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.   

Somehow I knew Jen VanBenschoten was going to bring you another wonderful episode. To help you find some clarity, Jen shares about intuition – what it is and how to develop yours so it becomes something you can trust. Listen and you'll find out why I'm digging into my bowl of gemstones for my piece of amazonite. Enjoy!Episode links:Moonbow Metaphysical Expo:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/moonbow-metaphysical-spring-expo/2024-03-30/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing:  https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealingJen's new online shop:  https://wisewoman.bigcartel.com/Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Imbolc, the Celtic festival that marks the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox, was last week. Although I didn't get this episode published ahead of time, the energy of the season continues. I'll share some ways we can work with Imbolc energy, a bit about Brigid, the goddess associated with Imbolc, and the origins of Groundhog Day, which falls at the same time. Blessed Imbolc!  Episode links:Imbolc Season blog post:  https://debbiephilp.com/blog/imbolc-season-clarify/Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission. 

Sheri Kurdakul, of Glitter Witch Gardens, brings us lots of goodness about a winter-blooming herb, witch hazel. You'll hear about the origins of commercial witch hazel production and why witch hazel is a favorite for dowsing. I also revisit bones, this time from a garden perspective. Enjoy listening!  Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/category/gardens/Sheri's post about witch hazel:  https://sherikurdakul.com/witch-hazel/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/February 2nd online Imbolc Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/online-imbolc-ceremony/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission. 

It finally looks and feels like winter where I live, and I am leaning into the stillness and magic of the season. One of the magical winter beings is the snowy owl. I'll share some information about this unique owl and then lead you into the stillness practice of progressive relaxation from Yoga Nidra. This practice should be done where you can be still and uninterrupted for 20 minutes. Please do not practice while driving.Episode links:Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission. Episode image by Tim Zänkert on Unsplash

Jen VanBenschoten and I talk bones in this episode. Winter is a good time to get into the deep mystery and power of bones. Jen shares a wonderful, week-long, card-a-day tarot practice you can use to work with energy of bones and winter.Episode links:February 2nd online Imbolc Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/online-imbolc-ceremony/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing:  https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealingHere are the resources Jen mentioned:Speaking With Nature by Sandra Ingerman and Llyn RobertsThe Linestrider TarotWinterseer Animal OracleEmail newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Happy 2024! After a pause for the holiday, I am back and feeling into the stillness of winter as a time to reflect on routines, habits, and practices that will create a resilient foundation for whatever craziness this year brings. In this episode, I'll share some of what I'm doing mundanely, then deepen into the spiritual with a guided journey to visit your bones. The practice is best done without distractions, so save the second half of the episode until you can focus on just that.Episode links:Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Emma Martens AstroBranding: https://www.theemmamartens.com/Social Justice for the Sensitive Soul on AmazonEmail newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission. Original drum and rattle background music by Debbie Philp.

The Glitter Witch herself, Sheri Kurdakul, is back with the perfect herb for Winter Solstice, mistletoe. There's the medicinal and ecological stuff, but also lots of seasonal lore. And wait until you find out how mistletoe got its name, because it had me giggling the whole time. I also share a bit about the magic in my practice of gathering evergreen boughs for my Yule altar. Enjoy and have a happy holiday season!  Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/category/gardens/Sheri's post about mistletoe:  https://sherikurdakul.com/mistletoe/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

The Winter Solstice is approaching in the northern hemisphere, where I am. Listen to the second-to-last episode of 2023 and hear me reflect on some Yule traditions that show up in the celebration of Christmas and how we can find meaning in them in the modern Pagan revival. I also share some of my observations of the beginning of winter where I live and talk about North America's wild wolves who, as I say, know how to do winter. Blessed Yule! Episode links:Virtual Yule Ceremony on Dec 21, 2023:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/yule-ceremony/Yule Season blog post:  https://debbiephilp.com/blog/yule-season-reflect/Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/ Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Winter is coming. It is time to turn inward and get cozy. Jen VanBenschoten shares how to do that with the Scandinavian concept of hygge. Then she pulls The Hermit out of her Tarot deck and guides you through a spread that helps you discover your best approach to the winter season. Grab your favorite fluffy blanket and have a listen.Episode links:December 21st online Yule Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/yule-ceremony/2024 Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing:  https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealingEmail newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

As the months flow from November to December, I reflect on the spirit of Turkey, the “Give-Away Eagle.” I say some stuff about my privilege and the economic and social systems that give me that privilege, which was uncomfortable to talk about. And I share some wandering thoughts on shifting from gratitude to give-away. In the second half of the episode, you'll be guided in a meditative gratitude practice. Episode links:Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Virtual Yule Ceremony on Dec 21, 2023:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/yule-ceremony/Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Sheri Kurdakul is back with another engaging talk about her herb of the month. This episode is all about sage – the plant, the lore, and the wisdom. Sheri focuses on garden sage, which came from Europe, like my family did. She got me thinking about what it means to be naturalized, which I touch on before introducing Sheri. Listen and soak in all the wisdom!Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/category/gardens/Sheri's post about goldenrod:  https://sherikurdakul.com/sage/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/Virtual Yule Ceremony on Dec 21, 2023:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/yule-ceremony/Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission. 

The final harvest is in, the Wheel of the Year has turned past Samhain, and we have moved into the season of surrender. In this episode I share some Samhain background and lore and reflect on surrender (and turtles).Episode links:Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Event calendar:  https://debbiephilp.com/events/Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Jen VanBenschoten brings a whole lot of amazingness to this episode about the Crone. Yes, she touches on doing some work with the Tarot and gives us some powerful cards from the Major Arcana to work with, but it is mostly about a song she wrote and her process of discovering and embodying the Crone. Enjoy the music and wisdom!Episode links:Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing:  https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealingOriginal song, “The Charge of the Crone,” written and performed by Jen VanBenschoten and shared with permission.Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

My dear friend, Sheri Kurdakul, and I recorded this episode right before I went down with COVID. I am just catching up and the lingering cough is finally under control enough to talk. I am so happy to get this episode out, finally, because it's wonderful. Sheri is a student of clinical herbalism, and she is sharing about goldenrod, which was blooming all over when we recorded this back in September. There's great information about how goldenrod helps pollinators and humans, as well as a surprising way goldenrod was used in the past. Enjoy! Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/category/gardens/Sheri's post about goldenrod:  https://sherikurdakul.com/goldenrod/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/ Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Email newsletter sign-up:  https://zfrmz.com/hzEVTHbu9jMYw90M7vOyThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

In this short episode, I'll share what is holy about my harvest. Together we will do a ritual so you can see the magic in what you have been harvesting.Episode links:Mabon Ceremony on Zoom:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/mabon-ceremony/Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/ Email newsletter sign-up:  http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Jen VanBenschoten is back for this episode to talk Tarot. Jen built on what I shared last episode about the harvest and tells us how to use the Judgement card to help with decision-making. She gives a history of the card and shares some insight into why it is important to use your judgement. As she always does, Jen walks you through a spread and empowers you to confidently work with your own deck.Episode links:Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing:  https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealing Email newsletter sign-up:  http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

It is time to harvest what we've been manifesting. In this episode, I discuss why not everything that we brought into being is going to serve in the way that we'd hoped, and why we might need to turn some into compost. The practice, a meditative visualization to work with suffering when you encounter it, was recorded over a year ago for an episode I never got around to editing and posting. Maybe Mercury Retrograde nudged me to go back and look for something to harvest from that neglected part of the garden when I didn't come up with a new idea this week. In any case, it's a good practice for your healing toolbox and I'm glad it is making its way to you.Episode links:Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Join Citizen's Climate Lobby:  https://citizensclimatelobby.org/join-citizens-climate-lobby/Wildlife Action Team in the CCL Community (you will need to join to log in to Community):  https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/2673Wildlife Action Team September meeting:  https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/events/item/2673/2129/13219 Email newsletter sign-up:  http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

After our crazy weekend at Fairy Fest, my friend Sheri Kurdakul, a student of clinical herbalism, is back for another episode. Sheri shares about bee balm, a plant I thought was just for pollinators, but it turns out there are many benefits of growing and using bee balm, especially when the pressure to manifest is on. I talk a bit about staying calm and centered, or at least appearing too, even amid chaos. Give us a listen! Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/category/gardens/Sheri's post about bee balm:  https://sherikurdakul.com/bee-balm/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/ Upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki trainings:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Email newsletter sign-up:  http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

In this somewhat late episode, I share the crisis that almost did in Fairy Fest and how my dear friend Sheri not only got me through it but reminded me what I was hoping to manifest. I share a meditation technique that helps me focus on my breath but is also easily made affirming. The practice has been helpful to me when I'm trying to manifest or just stay calm when the line in the grocery store is long and I am running late.  Episode links:Join Citizen's Climate Lobby:  https://citizensclimatelobby.org/join-citizens-climate-lobby/Wildlife Action Team in the CCL Community (you will need to join to log in to Community):  https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/2673Wildlife Action Team September meeting:  https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/events/item/2673/2129/13219 Email newsletter sign-up:  http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Regular guest Jen VanBenschoten of Hot Mess Healing joins me to share how to add the Tarot to your manifestation toolbox. I speak about manifesting big vision stuff and the work I've been doing to manifest a fun and successful Fairy Fest booth. Jen gives us a Tarot spread for manifesting that will be especially useful when things feel stuck. Episode links:Elizabethtown NY Fairy and Magickal Creatures Fest on Eventbrite:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/elizabethtown-ny-fairy-and-magickal-creatures-fest-tickets-619490722427Elizabethtown NY Fairy and Magickal Creatures Fest on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/events/184759697728545 Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing:  https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealing Pachamama Alliance Game Changer Intensive (free course):  https://landing.pachamama.org/game-changer-intensive-8-week-online-courseEmail newsletter sign-up:  http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Lughnasadh celebrates the first harvests of corn and grains (and tomatoes). In this episode you'll hear ways to work with the manifesting energy of Lughnasadh season. I give you some background, but I am not an expert, so I invite you to check out my Lughnasadh blog post for links to more information. Ready? Let's make it so!Episode links:My Lughnasadh blog post:  https://debbiephilp.com/blog/lughnasadh-season-make-it-so/Sheri's post about Lughnasadh herbs:  https://sherikurdakul.com/lughnasadh-lammas-freyfaxi/Elizabethtown NY Fairy and Magickal Creatures Fest on Eventbrite:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/elizabethtown-ny-fairy-and-magickal-creatures-fest-tickets-619490722427Elizabethtown NY Fairy and Magickal Creatures Fest on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/events/184759697728545Email newsletter sign-up:  http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

My dear friend Sheri Kurdakul, a student of clinical herbalism, joins me for this episode to share about why you should change your perspective on red raspberry, a prickly plant with benefits for both humans and the ecosystem. After speaking with Sheri, I reconsidered my response to some sad climate news that broke this week. I hope you, too, are inspired to be more like red raspberry.Episode links:Find Sheri at Glitter Witch Gardens:  https://sherikurdakul.com/category/gardens/Sheri's post about red raspberry:  https://sherikurdakul.com/red-raspberry/Sheri's company, Victims Voice:  https://victimsvoice.app/ Join Citizens' Climate Lobby:  https://community.citizensclimate.org/Lughnasadh Ceremony:  https://debbiephilp.com/event/lughnasadh-ceremony/Email newsletter sign-up:  http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions:  https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission. 

Shapeshifting is a shamanic practice that can support you in times of change. In this episode I share more about shapeshifting and a time not long ago when I put shapeshifting to use. The practice is a blend of energy work and shapeshifting journey.Episode links:Lughnasadh Ceremony: https://debbiephilp.com/event/lughnasadh-ceremony/Email newsletter sign-up: http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions: https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

Jen VanBenschoten of Hot Mess Healing joins me for this episode to talk about working with two cards from the Tarot when you are faced with change. I'll speak about a time my life felt like a dumpster fire and the transformation that came out of it and Jen shares a Tarot spread you can use to continue the work with change on your own.Episode links:Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing: https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealingLughnasadh Ceremony: https://debbiephilp.com/event/lughnasadh-ceremony/Email newsletter sign-up: http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions: https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

This episode, the first in many months, is all about change and includes a big announcement and a guided drum journey to work with change. Why? My life has changed dramatically over the past couple of years and My Shamanic Life should authentically reflect what my work is evolving into. I'll share what's been going on with me and the exciting future of My Shamanic Life. Episode links:Event calendar: https://debbiephilp.com/events/Email newsletter sign-up: http://eepurl.com/he2pObThe Shamanic Flow Circle Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722776598019767Virtual Shamanic Reiki sessions: https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-energy-sessions/Jen VanBenschoten, Hot Mess Healing: https://www.facebook.com/hotmesshealingSheri Kurdakul, Glitter Witch: https://sherikurdakul.com/Dancing Turtle Rescue and Education Program: https://dancingturtlerescue.orgCitizens' Climate Lobby Wildlife Action Team: https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/2673Original intro and background music by Blair Sutherland, used with permission.

As a follow-up to the previous episode when I shared an Equinox ritual to rebalance the elements, the next four will provide a deeper exploration of each of the elements as I have come to know them. This one takes us through the Air Element with a look at how Air shows up physically in and around you, what mental activities or emotional states are associated with Air, and how imbalances of Air manifest in our human collective and the ecology of the planet.You can find information and the schedule for upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki Level Two and Master Practitioner trainings at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/While you are on the website, check out the rituals and workshops page. Virtual Wheel of the Year ceremonies are returning this coming Samhain.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and an invitation to shamanic journeys and other virtual events.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

As I recorded this episode the Sun was just a few hours away from entering Libra and marking the Equinox. The hours of sunlight and darkness are as equal as they are going to be (it isn't exact at all latitudes) and there is a seasonal transition. Reflecting on the Equinox and the balanced light, I was drawn to offer a meditative ritual for bringing balance to each of the elements as they manifest in your body, mind, and spirit. While the Equinox is a good time to work on balance, you can do this for yourself whenever you would like.You can find information and the schedule for upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki Level Two and Master Practitioner trainings, as well as upcoming in person trainings in northern New York, at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/While you are on the website, check out the rituals and workshops page. Virtual Wheel of the Year ceremonies are returning this coming Samhain.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and an invitation to shamanic journeys and other virtual events.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair! And thank you to Gidon Pico from Pixabay for this episode's image.While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

I have been at my computer more than usual lately, writing and engaging in my own keyboard activism and I find myself relying on my favorite desk yoga movements and poses to combat tired shoulders and neck pain. If you are feeling the tension in your upper back, shoulders, and neck, try this desk yoga sequence during your next screen break.You can find information and the schedule for upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki Level One, Level Two and Master Practitioner trainings at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/While you are on the website, check out the rituals and workshops page. Virtual Wheel of the Year ceremonies are returning this coming Samhain.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and an invitation to shamanic journeys and other virtual events.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

Because it was seminary “homework,” I never had the opportunity to deliver an inspirational talk I wrote which I called “Loving the World Into Balance: A Call for Climate Justice.” I was feeling like it needed to be heard, so I recorded it for this episode. May it inspire you to seek the experience of interconnection through divine love.You can find information and the schedule for upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki Level One, Level Two and Master Practitioner trainings at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and an invitation to shamanic journeys and other virtual events.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

The core of my shamanic practice is my sit spot, inspired by the book, Coyote's Guide to Connecting with Nature, by Jon Young, Ellen Haas, and Evan McGown. In this episode. Learn what a sit spot is and get some tips on finding your own.You can find information and the schedule for upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki Level One, Level Two and Master Practitioner trainings at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

In the previous episode I shared my understanding of shamanism. Now I introduce Shamanic Reiki as created and taught by Llyn Roberts. I also tried to start an environmental and wildlife news section but ended up just reading you a bunch of depressing headlines that emphasize why it is so important that we are doing the work of not only advocating for change but of dreaming a better world into being. The episode ends with an exercise you can do to shift your vision, which I teach in Shamanic Reiki Level One.You can find information and the schedule for upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki Level One, Level Two and Master Practitioner trainings at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

After so many episodes, I think it is about time I explain a bit about the word “shamanism” since I through it around so much. I touch on why I don't call myself a shaman but do share contemporary shamanic practices in Shamanic Reiki trainings. You will be guided into a shamanic journey to find or create your sacred place, a basic journeying practice I introduce in those trainings.You can find information and the schedule for upcoming virtual Shamanic Reiki Level One, Level Two and Master Practitioner trainings at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

I am calling this my reemergence episode. Since I last recorded, I have been ordained as an interfaith minister and I needed to figure out what that meant. You'll hear me share my statement of ministry and personal vows. I'll share one way I am reemerging into public (and you are welcome there). And you will be invited into meditation to explore interconnection to the beings in your local ecosystem. Thanks for listening after all this time.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

It has been a month, friends. I got a bit whiny as I recorded this, but tired is my truth and I choose to honor it. If you feel it too, I hope you will also honor your tired and take some time for rest and renewal. The yoga in this episode is an easy, supine practice and leaves you seated for meditation.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

I missed a couple of weeks of recording because some personal stuff upset the illusion of balance I had for myself. The thing about balance, especially that work-life balance that is often spoken of, is that it does not exist. Instead, we are merely juggling our obligations or, as I put it in this episode, running from one side of the seesaw to the other trying to keep them both in the air. Sometimes, however, something unexpected but important and urgent lands on one end and you just tumble off. In this episode, I invite you to explore balance, and then let it go, in an equinox inspired yoga practice.If you are a Shamanic Reiki Level Two practitioner or a Reiki II with shamanic journeying experience, you can join the upcoming Shamanic Reiki Master Practitioner training taking place virtually over the first two weekends in April, 2022. Visit my Shamanic Reiki Training page for more details and online registration.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

This week I have felt scattered, and I am having trouble focusing on tasks I need to complete, like creating a new podcast episode. World events, and my own stuff, have been distracting. To work with the disarray in my thoughts, I am sharing a simple mindfulness meditation practice, which I hope will be re-centering for both of us.Please join me on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 to celebrate Ostara, the spring equinox, in virtual ceremony. You will find more information and online registration on my ceremonies page.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

When my helping spirits gave me a message to “get loud,” I was not sure what they meant. Yoga, Reiki, and meditation are not loud practices. But I knew yoga could help strengthen our speaking up muscles, and the practice I planned was affirmed right before I recorded. Join me for an active yoga practice that gets loud.Join me for virtual ceremony for Ostara on March 22, 2022. Details on my website.I would like to welcome new My Shamanic Life patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

I set aside my plan for this episode to instead record a meditative prayer for peace. I am following the invasion of Ukraine with a heavy heart, and this is my small offering towards cultivating peace, light, hope, and love in our world. I also pray that I can return to a serious but somewhat lighter topic next week. May it be so.I did not mention my Patreon in this episode, but I would like to welcome my new patrons. Thank you! If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

It has been a while since I shared about my journey into wildlife rehabilitation and why I work with turtles. The story I tell was originally written for and shared with my interfaith seminary class last year. Then, you will be guided in a short, gentle yoga practice culminating in a long-held turtle pose.Registration is open for Shamanic Reiki Level Two virtual training on March 5 and 6, 2022. You can get more information and register on my website at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/Please visit http://dancingturtlerescue.org to learn more about my nonprofit turtle rescue.If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.

Before I recorded this episode, I sat outside for meditation, as I do daily, watched the squirrels, and contemplated love. The squirrels have been flirting with each other of late, but the love I was thinking of was not the romantic kind, but the deeper, divine love at the center of our beings – yours, mine, the squirrels', and all beings'. The practice offered is my twist on Metta, or the practice of loving kindness. You can sit for meditation anywhere you are comfortable.Registration is open for Shamanic Reiki Level Two virtual training on March 5 and 6, 2022. You can get more information and register on my website at https://debbiephilp.com/shamanic-reiki-training/If you like this podcast and would like me to keep recording new episodes, please visit my Patreon page and become a patron for as little as one dollar a month. When you do, you will have access to patron-only guided shamanic journeys to meet animal helping spirits and read posts about the animals' symbolism and archetypal energy as well as the natural history and conservation challenges those animal face in their living incarnation. As you work with different animals, you connect more deeply with the natural world and may be inspired to advocate for one of the wild beings you resonate with.If you would like to chat about this episode and connect with others who share your love for the wild beings, join the Shamanic Flow Circle group on Facebook. Visit myshamaniclife.com and get the free Guide to Getting Real when you sign up for the email newsletter, which is full of moon magic and upcoming virtual events.Much love and gratitude to Blair Sutherland for the beautiful intro and background music. Blair is also an outstanding webmaster and makes sure I can share these episodes with you. Thank you, Blair!While the yoga and other practices presented are intended to be accessible to most, please be open to practicing in an appropriate and safe way for you. It is recommended that you consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program and that at any time during a practice you feel nausea, dizziness, or pain you stop and seek medical advice. I accept no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from the use of my podcasts and, while I make all reasonable efforts to share accurate instruction, the podcast may contain unintended errors. Before all else, listen to your body and trust your inner knowing.