My Evolutionary Shamanic Journey in the Spiral River

 

My journey has definitely been in the river, and in the past, many times upstream. It has taken me through waters both turbulent and calm, in a continual pursuit of my truest self, my authentic expression and purpose.

This journey has seen me evolve from living in personal mediocrity to being who I really am: an artist, activist, traveler, teacher, agent for change, a sustainable publishing consultant, and a catalyst for leading people to their passion, purpose, dreams and evolution.

 

The river has taught me to balance trusting my intuitive knowing and inner voice while surrendering to greater truths. The moments when I ignored my inner voice became powerful learning opportunities that have steered me toward a passionate commitment to live in alignment and create my life by honoring every aspect of my truths.

 

Since the mid 1990’s, I have studied pottery and yoga, been a Sweet Medicine Sundance shamanic apprentice for more than 8 years, studied and taught Taoist Tai Chi and studied and taught sea kayaking through the BCU and CRCA. I have also received amazing coaching and leadership training from several leaders in the ENGO community. Although I resisted the strict rules of some of the paths I studied, each path has given me a profound respect for 'depth in training', and taught me to appreciate a beautiful container and direct knowledge of truth. Combined, these paths have served to expand my awareness, help me trust my connection, and listen to and act on my intuition.

 

Today, the river continues to guide and challenge me beautifully on my own evolutionary shamanic journey. It continues to teach me that though the ‘power’ can be in the way we find for ourselves while listening to the wisdom within, having support to build the bridges, enjoy the gentle flow, or navigate the raging torrent and back eddies always helps.