Talking Stick Podcast with Jan Engels-Smith & Micah Schwader
Episode Title: “Dreaming as Power: A Shamanic Approach to the Nighttime Realms”
What if nightmares aren’t omens of doom but invitations to reclaim our soul’s strength? What if that dream you can’t shake is a message from the spirit world asking you to step into your full potential?
In this heart-opening episode of the Talking Stick Podcast, Jan Engels-Smith and Micah Schwader dive deep into the realm of dreams—not through the lens of Western psychology, but from the perspective of shamanic wisdom and spiritual empowerment.
Their dialogue explores how dreams can reveal our hidden power and how our left-brain analytical tendencies often distort the meaning and potential of these right-brain, spirit-driven experiences.
With vivid stories of their shamanic experiences, Jan and Micah illuminate how dreams, daydreams, and imagination are all sacred portals into the quantum field of possibility—and how aligning with this frequency can profoundly shift not just your nights, but your days.
This is more than a conversation about dreams—it’s an invitation to remember your innate magic.
Tune in to discover:
· The difference between left-brain dream analysis and shamanic interpretation
· How to re-enter and reshape difficult dreams to reclaim personal power
· Why “daydreaming” can be more effective than traditional prayer in manifestation
· The connection between dream frequency and daily life outcomes
· How imagination is a form of spiritual communication and creative healing
🎧 Listen now, and step into your dreaming power.
Gratitude donation- If you would like to make a donation to Jan Engels-Smith and keep Manifesting Miracles active please use Venmo @Jan-Engels-Smith or contact Jan with other payment options Jan@lightsong.net
Manifesting Miracles are gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
· If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
. To learn more about Micah Schwader, visit ShamanSezz.com
“How to Manage Difficult Relationships”
Invocation
In this motiving podcast Jan and the audience discuss :
For personal attention in how to find your blind beliefs and make lasting changes in how you manifest Jan promotes her ON DEMAND series ReCreate YourSelf This class will be taught live on zoom in the fall of 2025 https://www.lightsong.net/recreate-yourself/#op3-element-vs7fN29v
Gratitude donation- If you would like to make a donation to Jan Engels-Smith and keep Manifesting Miracles active please use Venmo @Jan-Engels-Smith or contact Jan with other payment options Jan@lightsong.net
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
· If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
Do You Struggle with Relationships? Lets Explore the Bigger Picture"
Are you finding relationships challenging? I'm curious about the reasons behind this and whether there might be an energetic component at play, one that could offer insights into your personal growth.
Jan starts the discussion with an Invocation with the breath
The group then discusses:
The topic of RELATIONSHIPS and how to work with them in a good way.
a. What do you do when relationships go awry?
b. What are good boundaries?
c. Are boundaries the ultimate answer for you?
d. What is the bigger picture when struggling in relationships?
For personal attention in how to find your blind beliefs and make lasting changes in how you manifest Jan promotes her ON DEMAND series ReCreate YourSelf This class will be taught live on zoom in the fall of 2025 https://www.lightsong.net/recreate-yourself/#op3-element-vs7fN29v
Gratitude donation- If you would like to make a donation to Jan Engels-Smith and keep Manifesting Miracles active please use Venmo @Jan-Engels-Smith or contact Jan with other payment options Jan@lightsong.net
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
· If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
Talking Stick Podcast, Episode 4
Episode Title: "Shamanic Secrets to Emotional Balance"
Welcome to the Talking Stick Podcast, where co-hosts Jan Engels-Smith—founder of the LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Healing and author of Becoming Yourself: A Journey from Head to Heart—and Micah Schwader—Transformational Writing Coach and author of Stumbling Into Grace: The Adventures of a Transgender Shaman—guide you through the shamanic principles that can help you manifest the life you desire.
In this captivating episode of the Talking Stick podcast, hosts Jan Engels-Smith and Micah Schwader invite you to explore ancient shamanic techniques for modern emotional regulation. Delving deep into the art of tuning into your inner landscape, they discuss a variety of practical tools—from reconnecting with nature and truly feeling emotions in the body to harnessing the restorative power of naps.
Join Jan and Micah as they unpack how these time-tested practices can help you navigate your feelings, restore balance, and foster a deeper connection with your true self. Whether you’re seeking ways to enhance your emotional well-being or curious about integrating shamanic wisdom into your daily routine, this episode offers insights, personal anecdotes, and actionable tips to guide you on your journey.
Tune in for an enlightening conversation that promises to shift your perspective and empower you with simple yet transformative techniques for naturally regulating your emotions.
If you are interested there is a special opportunity to train with Jan Engels-Smith. The Basic Journey class with Jan Engels-Smith and Stacie Codino, scheduled for May 30-June 1, 2025.
Sign-ups are with Stacie Codino: Stacie@staciecodino.com or 512-905-7111
Gratitude donation- If you would like to make a donation to Jan Engels-Smith and keep Manifesting Miracles active please use Venmo @Jan-Engels-Smith or contact Jan with other payment options Jan@lightsong.net
Episode Title: Unmasking the Self
Episode Description: #3 with Jan Engels-Smith and Micah Schwader
Welcome to the Talking Stick Podcast, where co-hosts Jan Engels-Smith—founder of the LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Healing and author of Becoming Yourself: A Journey from Head to Heart—and Micah Schwader—Transformational Writing Coach and author of Stumbling Into Grace: The Adventures of a Transgender Shaman—guide you through the shamanic principles that can help you manifest the life you desire.
In this powerful episode of the Talking Stick Podcast, your hosts Jan Engels-Smith and Micah Schwader dive deep into the concept of the masks we wear—those layers of subconscious programming, societal conditioning, and inherited patterns that shape our identities and behaviors without our conscious awareness.
Drawing on years of shamanic practice and personal transformation, Jan and Micah explore how these masks form, why we cling to them, and what it truly takes to peel them away. Through personal stories, client experiences, and ancient shamanic wisdom, they offer insight into the tools and rituals that can help us recognize and release these limiting patterns so that we can live more soul-aligned and enriched lives.
If you’ve ever felt like you're living a version of yourself that isn’t fully you, this episode offers a compassionate and illuminating path back to your authentic self.
For personal attention in how to discover your beliefs and make lasting changes in how you manifest Jan promotes her ON DEMAND series ReCreate YourSelf This class will be taught live on zoom in the fall of 2025 https://www.lightsong.net/recreate-yourself/#op3-element-vs7fN29v
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If you are interested there is a special opportunity to train with Jan Engels-Smith. The Basic Journey class with Jan Engels-Smith and Stacie Codino, scheduled for May 30-June 1, 2025.
Sign-ups are with Stacie Codino: Stacie@staciecodino.com or 512-905-7111
Gratitude donation- If you would like to make a donation to Jan Engels-Smith and keep Manifesting Miracles active please use Venmo @Jan-Engels-Smith or contact Jan with other payment options Jan@lightsong.net
“Your Beliefs Control What You Manifest” MM#13
Oh no, what do I actually believe?
How do I find out what I believe if I actually don't know?
For personal attention in how to find your blind beliefs and make lasting changes in how you manifest Jan promotes her ON DEMAND series ReCreate YourSelf This class will be taught live on zoom in the fall of 2025 https://www.lightsong.net/recreate-yourself/#op3-element-vs7fN29v
Or
If you are interested there is a special opportunity to train with Jan Engels-Smith. The Basic Journey class with Jan Engels-Smith and Stacie Codino, scheduled for May 30-June 1, 2025.
Sign-ups are with Stacie Codino: Stacie@staciecodino.com or 512-905-7111
Gratitude donation- If you would like to make a donation to Jan Engels-Smith and keep Manifesting Miracles active please use Venmo @Jan-Engels-Smith or contact Jan with other payment options Jan@lightsong.net
There is a 12 minute long invocation with the light.
If you are able, please get comfortable and close your eyes to listen. Enjoy
The gathering starts right off with:
· a participant that wanted to share some of the wonderful things that have been happening in her life as a result of participating in our gatherings and the shift in energy she has been experiencing.
If you are interested there is a special opportunity to train with Jan Engels-Smith. The Basic Journey class with Jan Engels-Smith and Stacie Codino, scheduled for May 30-June 1, 2025.
Sign-ups are with Stacie Codino: Stacie@staciecodino.com or
512-905-7111
Email Jan@lightsong.net for more information
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
· If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
12 minute long invocation with the light.
If you are able, please get comfortable and close your eyes to listen.
Introduction of class with Stacie for announcement of Basic Journey Class May 30-June1, 2025
Sign-ups are with Stacie Codino: Stacie@staciecodino.com or
512-905-7111
Questions from the gathering
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
· If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
“There is an Elephant in the Living Room” How energy workers handle the state of the world in a good way.
During our Manifesting Miracles gathering, a question arose regarding the "Elephant in the Living Room," specifically concerning the pervasive discord in the USA.
This discussion was the theme throughout this broadcast.
We had a conversation about anti-energy. We touched on how it often intertwines with feelings like disgust, rage, fear, and even hatred toward the object of opposition. We also discussed how anti-energy operates on the same energetic frequency as the very problem it seeks to address and can negatively impact manifestation efforts.
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
Podcast Host Jan Engels-Smith describes her early experiences with working in a dissociative ward in the hospital and how it shaped her understanding of Parallel Realities.
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Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is part of a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
Welcome to the Talking Stick Podcast, a series dedicated to exploring how shamanic principles, rituals, and ceremonies can help you manifest the life of your dreams. In this enlightening episode, co-hosts Jan Engels-Smith—founder of the LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Healing and author of Becoming Yourself: A Journey from Head to Heart—and Micah Schwader—Transformational Writing Coach and author of Stumbling Into Grace: The Adventures of a Transgender Shaman—delve into the transformative power of writing your dreams to bring them into reality.
Drawing on their personal stories and professional experiences, Jan and Micah discuss everything from intention-setting to trusting the universe. With their combined wisdom, they illuminate how the written word can bridge the unseen realms of possibility and the tangible results you wish to experience in your life. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just beginning your shamanic journey, this episode will inspire you to embrace the power of spirit and manifest your heartfelt desires. Join us and discover how to harness the magic of writing and shamanism to create the life you’ve always envisioned.
For more information about Jan and LightSong, visit www.LightSong.net
For more information about Micah, visit www.ShamanSezz.com
Curses: How they Interfere with Conscious Manifestation
This is an open discussion that was recorded during a Manifesting Miracles gathering
Manifesting Miracles: I'm excited to share this episode of our "Manifesting Miracles" podcast series! These bi-monthly Zoom gatherings bring together people from all over the world who are interested in creating positive change in their lives – whether it's in their careers, relationships, health, or finances. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
What is Derailing your Efforts to Manifest your Desires
Questions:
Where are you with your understanding of manifesting miracles? What are you practicing? Lively discussion on the concepts thus far.
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is the 7th in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
Episode Title: "The Art of Setting Intentions"
Welcome to the Talking Stick Podcast, where co-hosts Jan Engels-Smith—founder of the LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Healing and author of Becoming Yourself: A Journey from Head to Heart—and Micah Schwader—Transformational Writing Coach and author of Stumbling Into Grace: The Adventures of a Transgender Shaman—guide you through the shamanic principles that can help you manifest the life you desire.
In this episode, Jan and Micah dive deeper into the art of setting intentions and explore shamanic perspectives on the infinite possibilities of reality. They discuss how to align your energetic frequency with your deepest aspirations and share personal stories on how trusting the universe can transform dreams into lived experiences. By blending ancient shamanic wisdom with modern-day insights, they offer practical steps and profound guidance on forging a clear path toward your highest visions. Join us as we uncover the deeper layers of existence, amplify our alignment with what we truly want, and discover the magic that arises when we fully trust in the power of our dreams.
For more information about Jan and LightSong, visit www.LightSong.net
For more information about Micah, visit www.ShamanSezz.com
Parallel Realities. Shamanism and Quantum mechanics.
Several people in an open discussion about how faulty beliefs were blocking their ability to manifest their desires. Several examples are given plus the new belief, how it was instilled and what the results are.
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is the 6th in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
· A few things to know about your beliefs and how they control your life
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is the 5th in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
In this episode of the Talking Stick Podcast Manifesting Miracles session, Jan Engels-Smith delves into how shamanic principles can guide you toward a more aligned, joyful life—starting with the energy you hold and express each day. Negative emotions like anger, resentment, and frustration don’t just affect your mood; they lower your overall vibration and prevent you from living in harmony with your true self.
By approaching these emotions as catalysts for growth rather than obstacles, you begin to align with your soul's divine perfection. Your mind’s limiting beliefs and patterns create discord. Shamanic techniques—such as energy work, guided reflection, and intentional writing and speech—can help you reshape these patterns and step closer to your authentic truth.
As we explore the synergy between your wounds and your gifts, Jan Engels-Smith discusses three key metaphysical laws: what you energize multiplies, what dominates your thoughts grows stronger, and what you believe shapes your reality. When negative beliefs enter your chakras, they influence your energetic broadcast. By recognizing and releasing them, you can transform your paradigm and restore a balanced, elevated state of being.
Join us to learn how to harness shamanic insights, shift your inner dialogue, and choose beliefs that uplift and empower you in everyday life.
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is the 3rd in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire.
Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
In this podcast:
Exploring Whole-Brain Living with Jan Engels-Smith
In this enlightening episode, shamanic teacher and practitioner Jan Engels-Smith delves into the limitations of living in a left-brain-dominated society. She unpacks the functions controlled by the left brain and explains how this dominance can restrict our experiences and potential. Jan then guides listeners on how to activate the right brain, unlocking its creative and intuitive "magic" to achieve a more balanced, whole-brained approach to life. By integrating both hemispheres, listeners can enhance their intentional manifestation and find greater harmony in all areas of life. This episode is a transformative guide to unlocking your brain's full potential.
11-19-23
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is the 2nd in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change, you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire.
Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
In this podcast Jan discusses questions about:
1. Free Will vs manifestation and attraction
2. Tips for Manifesting your desires. It is a matched frequency of vibration.
Thus, anger begets fatique or disappointment, hatred begets rage or violence, appreciation begets love or generosity, thankfulness begets harmony and togetherness. Things of similar vibrational qualities attract each other.
Jan also discusses the phrase, “You can’t trick energy. You can’t say one thing and feel another.”
How this phrase applies in manifesting and ways to help yourself get a better understanding of what blocks you from your desires
Manifesting Miracles: This podcast is the 1st in a series of gatherings that are held bi-monthly on zoom calls. Participants from around the world that are interested in making positive changes in their life: career, relationship, health and finances are on this call. Jan starts this series with the most important tips in conscious manifestation. If you want the world to change, if you want your situation to change you must change within. You must become an energetic match for the things that you desire. Jan as a tenured teacher for 30+ years shares her wisdom on intentional manifestation and shamanism. Jan teaches, discusses and answers questions.
If you would like to join these free gatherings, if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, you can join the group from www.lightsong.net or email Jan at jan@lightsong.net and she will add you to the list.
Our Talking Stick Community Gathering from July, 2022.
This is not a class. It is a “Talking Stick” style of sharing- A free community resource and place to converse. A good news arena that will build you up energetically. We will share techniques and ways to help you in your day to day processes. We are so much more than we have been told and so much more than you can even imagine. YOU have incredible resources at your fingertips. We will explore the potentials and uphold each other, together. We as a community we have the potential so shift realities just by what we decide to engage in with our conversation!
Learn Shamanism and Shamanic practices at LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Medicine. Find more information: www.LightSong.net or email info@lightsong.net.
Our Talking Stick Community Gathering from June, 2022.
This is not a class. It is a “Talking Stick” style of sharing- A free community resource and place to converse. A good news arena that will build you up energetically. We will share techniques and ways to help you in your day to day processes. We are so much more than we have been told and so much more than you can even imagine. YOU have incredible resources at your fingertips. We will explore the potentials and uphold each other, together. We as a community we have the potential so shift realities just by what we decide to engage in with our conversation!
Learn Shamanism and Shamanic practices at LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Medicine. Find more information: www.LightSong.net or email info@lightsong.net.
Karen speaks with Colleen Benelli, Robyn Benelli, and Sioux Strong about Reiki, Spirituality, and Shamanism, and how they work together.
You can reach Colleen and Robyn at https://reikilifestyle.com
Learn Shamanism and Shamanic practices at LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Medicine. Find more information: www.LightSong.
Jan and Karen discuss some of the intentions behind LightSong, what it stands for as a school, and the energetics behind the name "LightSong: School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Medicine."
Learn Shamanism and Shamanic practices at LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Medicine. Find more information: www.LightSong.net or email info@lightsong.net.
Jan, Karen and Sarah speak about the life changing modality of Soul Retrieval.
Read Jan's articles about soul retrieval here.
Learn Shamanism and Shamanic practices at LightSong School of 21st Century Shamanism and Energy Medicine. Find more information: www.LightSong.