Shamanic practices

Shamanic practices involve spiritual and healing rituals performed by a shaman, a person believed to connect with the spiritual world. These rituals often include journeying into altered states of consciousness, typically achieved through drumming, chanting, or dancing, to communicate with spirits or seek guidance. Shamans heal individuals by addressing emotional and spiritual imbalances, which may be interpreted as causes of physical illness. They often utilize natural elements, symbols, and traditional knowledge passed down through generations, integrating spirituality into the healing process while emphasizing the interconnectedness of all life.