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I first experienced shamanic healing circles in my study with Vicki Noble, creator of the MotherPeace tarot deck. Forty women with drums rattles, and open hearts, and three women with cancer. No expectations, no agendas, simply our presence and willingness to be vehicles for the healing of spirit. On the second floor of an Oakland house, we would drum, dance, touch, pray. The room would fill with light as we became channels, moving out of our own way to let the power of healing move through us. Shamanic healing circles are created by intent and love. I recommend chanting and grounding as a group before any healing circle, to help bring the group into harmony and still the inside world. Make a connection with the earth, opening to allow the vitality of the earth’s radiance to flow through. After setting intent for the circle, drums, rattles and other instruments help to create the energy and keep it moving, and quiet the mind. Once the energy begins to flow, there is no difference between the healer and the healee: each of us becomes both healer and healed. Place those you want to focus on in the center of the circle, and allow people to take turns placing hands on. Let go of any healing practices you know; let the mystery come through by being absolutely in the present moment. Keep a chant and the drumming going for at least a 1/2 hour. As you become comfortable holding more energy, you can lengthen your healing circles. Keep your body moving! The energy of healing circles tends to go in waves, sometimes sweet and soft, other times rising to a crescendo of voices and drumming before it dips down again. Use all of the stages of rhythm and magic. When the cycle is complete, make sure to ground by placing your hands on the earth and releasing any extra energy with thanks. Date: Fourth
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