I’m so excited to offer these virtual circles! I have a strong passion for animals, the spiritual path, and for circles: Why not combine them? These circles will be open to ALL – men, women, and all people however we identify.
We can learn from the animals on different levels. On a physical level we learn by observing their movements, habits, how they survive, and what they eat. This has helped people survive throughout the ages. On a psychological level, we learn about ourselves from myths, legends, and animals as archetypes, a part of our collective unconscious.
Shamanism shows us how we can work on a spiritual level with animals. In the Shamanistic world view, everything has spirit, we are all connected, and there is more to the world than meets the eye. And that we can, often in an altered state of consciousness, have access to other realms beyond the ordinary. Many Shamanic traditions talk about Medicine Animals, Totem Animals, and Power Animals. Some of these are collective animal spirits that are there for us, perhaps since birth, to support us in this life. Some are animal spirits that we can call upon for a limited period in our lives, or to help us with certain tasks.
In these Animal Totem Circles, we work with a different animal each time, and invite and explore the medicine they offer. In every circle we will do Shamanic journeying, sharing, movement, journaling, singing, and more. The circle format offers an experience of authentic support, and gives us an opportunity to heal and grow together. It is a place where you can simply be yourself, be seen, heard, accepted, and feel the power of community.
There are no prerequisites. Everyone, of all ages, faiths or spiritual traditions are welcome! The limit is 13 participants.
Dates for the fall 2022 is August 29, September 27, and October 31. At 11 am to 1:30 pm EST (17:00 to 19:30 Central European Time). The cost is $22 per circle (20 Euro, 200 Skr) Register by paying to: paypal.me/beritjaramaestabrook
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PREVIOUS ANIMAL TOTEM CIRCLES
“Wolf Medicine”
Wolves have affected humans through history, and their paw prints are visible in every culture that have had the fortune to be in their vicinity. People have admired them, learned from them, feared them and howled with them, knowing that these animals are powerful, loyal, fierce, caring, intelligent and playful. In this circle we will get to know some of their history and mythology, and experience how they can be medicine for our body, mind and spirit.
“Eagle Medicine”
Eagles are the most majestic of all the winged creatures, an eagle is symbolic of power, visions, inner freedom, and of connection with the divine.
Understanding eagle symbolism allows us to view life and our selves from a higher perspective and believe how much more we are capable of, allowing only the sky to be the limit. Some of eagle’s characteristics signifies new beginnings, and resilience for those who have been experiencing difficult passages in life.
In this circle we will get to know some of their history and mythology, and experience how they can be medicine for our body, mind and spirit.
“Whale Medicine”
This magnificent mammal possesses awe-inspiring traits, from their protective instincts, intelligence, gentleness, mysterious songs to their ancient wisdom. Whale reminds us of just how wonderful and magical this living Earth truly is. So let’s dive deep together, into the blue mysteries of Whale Medicine.
In this circle we will get to know some of the history of whales, their mythology, what they symbolize, and experience how they can be medicine for our body, mind and spirit.
“Serpent Medicine” – Sunday March 27, 11 am-1.30 pm EST (17.00-19.30 CET), on Zoom.
Snakes are mysterious beings – meandering silently across the lands, leaving traces of waves and spirals. They awake both fear and fascination within humans, their powers seeming otherworldly, magical and frightening. All across the pre-historic world one finds depictions of Snakes, and of spirals or meanders as Snake’s symbols.
In this circle we will get to know some of their history and mythology, and experience how they can be medicine for our body, mind and spirit.
Art: Ravenari
“Jaguar Medicine” – On feather light paws this mysterious and fierce feline quietly moves through the jungle. Her fearless heart and brilliant instincts leads the way. The beauty her appearance offers is matched only by the power of her medicine.
In this virtual circle we will get to know some of the history of Jaguars, their mythology, what they symbolize, and experience how they can be medicine for our body, mind and spirit.
Pachamama Wisdom 