Alfred Willowhawk's Blog (13)

Love of Self - The Hardest thing in the World

What IS Love? Throughout human history, this has been one of the most talked about definitions, from poets, philosophers, clergy, psychologists, coaches,and just plain folk. How can a word that is utilized so often in human society have so many definitions? Just a cursory look through the Internet we find thousands of definitions. Here are just a few. 1. a profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person. 2. a feeling of warm personal attachment or deep affection, as for a parent, c… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on July 30, 2009 at 4:56pm — 2 Comments

Shamanic Trance DMT and You

Shamanic Trance a definition There is a lot of information on different ways to obtain a shamanic trance, and yet little discussion of exactly what it is. It can be defined as that state in which one obtains an altered consciousness that allows one to see, feel, hear, and/or experience another reality. In this state, the individual is able to visit alternate planes of reality, contact entities that can be defined as spirits, or guides, obtains information to assist themselves or others,… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on May 8, 2009 at 4:22pm — No Comments

Reflections of Beltane

Beltane, May Day, Cinco de Mayo, whatever you call it is a wonderful time of year. This year I was pleased to be part of a gathering of about 75 people in Minnesota. This was a small gathering of individuals from a variety of paths who got together to celebrate the day together. We arrived Friday afternoon after a 10 hr drive from Kansas in two vehicles, a little sore, but expectant. We were greeted by one of the organizers who pointed out our cabin and we unloaded. As the group I was with, (… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on May 4, 2009 at 2:53pm — No Comments

Dream Herb Shaman Medicine - A Discussion Dream Herb as shaman medicine is one of many ethnobiologi…

Dream Herb Shaman Medicine - A Discussion Dream Herb as shaman medicine is one of many ethnobiologicals that are used by shamans in most parts of the world. While this is a common name for the herb, there are at least four distinct plants that are considered Dream Herb. These are Calea Zacatehichi, Valerian seeds, African Dream Root, and Entada rheedi. One more plant Salvia though not used as a dream herb, also produces the active ingredient a crystalline alkaloid C21H26O8. According to Wikipe… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on March 31, 2009 at 4:59am — No Comments

Spiritual Coach an alternative to traditional therapists.

When is it appropriate to utilize a Spiritual Coach versus a traditional counselor? Frankly, what is the difference? To start a Spiritual Coach can be defined as an individual who works within a particular framework to assist an individual overcome difficulties that prohibit them from leading a full life. A situation develops in that a PSYCHOTHERAPIST, as defined by Wikipedia is one who aids a client in problems of living. It aims to increase the individual's sense of well-being and reduce the… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on March 31, 2009 at 4:57am — No Comments

REUSE - REDUCE - RECYCLE

Hello All again, Usually, I would post the entire article here, HOWEVER, this article was published or should I say PURCHASED by Associated Content. Below is the link to get to that article which is still FREE for you to view, ummm, chagrin, I get paid though if you view it. It is my contention that we as PAGANS should be in the LEAD on helping to keep the mother GREEN, so REUSE, REDUCE, RECYCLE. alfred Reduce, Reuse, then Recycle: The Better Green Choice
While there is quite a bu… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on February 13, 2009 at 12:38pm — 2 Comments

Swine,Gift of the Gods

Mythology is fascinated with the swine. This rather interesting creature has been an obsession across all cultures for most of recorded and pre-recorded history. Today, in the USA it is called “the other white meat,” used as an advertising tool to have citizens of the US eat more pork. The great US breakfast of bacon and eggs is the staple of many individuals daily. As the USA was settled by the British, Welsh, Scottish and Irish immigrants it is not surprising that they brought their political,… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on December 5, 2008 at 2:46pm — No Comments

The Death of the English Oak

Remember the POWER of the English Oak. Remember the majesty of the English Oak. As these mighty signs of the GOD are destroyed with the Mistletoe that grows in symbiotic relationship with them, all should cry. This willful destruction in the name of progress is another insult to the Mother and all of our paths. As commercial interests continue to destroy the symbols and gateways to our pathways in the Otherworld cry OUT for our loss. In Welsh myth the Oak tree is home to all the sciences and di… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on December 2, 2008 at 11:34am — No Comments

Declaration of Economic Independence

As the election for US President reaches its final 24 hours it behooves us to reassess our desires and goals in light of politics and politicians. What IS the goal that we wish to accomplish. Is it more time to pursue our own desires? Is it more money in our own pockets to “get” more “things”? Is it more recognition of who and what we are as members of a unique society? My contention is that it is to bring about a new consciousness that incorporates the diversity of individuals working together… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on November 2, 2008 at 11:00am — No Comments

Sustainability NOW

Peace, everybody seems to think it’s a good idea. Community, another good idea. Sustainability, a new/old word that means, honoring, each other and the earth - another good idea. Yet, how do we work it out in our associations and daily life? There are as many ways as there are people. As the economy worsens, more people are beginning to ask the question - Is this all? Do all those strange people on street corners with signs reading - “The end of the World is at hand?” have an inside track on wha… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on October 29, 2008 at 12:05pm — No Comments

Shaman, Pastor, Priest, Priestess or Candlestick maker

Humans are always reaching for understanding. Whatever their religious, spiritual, or non spiritual philosophy, they are always seeking to understand the world around them. In our pre-industrialized world we sought these answers from individuals who seemed to have a better connection than the general population with unseen realms. They were sometimes called shamans, druids, priestesses or priests. Our post industrialized world calls these individuals pastors, priests, and guides. Many individual… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on September 29, 2008 at 5:13pm — 3 Comments

Stumbling Blocks to Following YOUR Path

Introduction In my last article I spoke on how to choose and began the discussion on following one's chosen path. As we defined this earlier a spiritual path is one where an individual is taking a route whether physically or metaphysically that pertains to the non-physical being of a person. The most important part of such a path, is that the individual grows, learns, and expands and comes to a reconciliation with their understanding of the metaphysical realms and their understanding of… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on September 10, 2008 at 9:30am — 2 Comments

On Choosing and following your own Path

Introduction " What path is right for me?", is a question that each seeker asks at least once in their lives. As children, most individuals follow the pathways of their parents. Even if a parent has no particular spiritual path, the child is influenced by their parent. This is almost genetic as, regardless of a path, the mother, to the child, is the goddess. As one grows older and begins to think for themselves, they begin to feel a desire to either embrace or reject their parental sugge… Continue

Added by Alfred Willowhawk on September 1, 2008 at 9:00am — No Comments