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South African Sangoma Shamanism
When reading John Lockley’s book, “Leopard Warrior,” I felt transported to the roots of humanity and deep shamanic traditions in South Africa. You may likely feel the same as you listen to this potent and healing interview with him. John Lockley is one of the first white men, in recent history, to become a fully initiated sangoma in the Xhosa lineage of South Africa. He is author of Leopard Warrior: A Journey into the African Teachings of Ancestry, Instinct, and Dreams. John was born, into a divided Apartheid South Africa, with the mark of the sangoma on his face – a band of white birth skin around the eyes. He…
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Full Moon in Aquarius
The moon, from the lens of astrology, represents home, mother, how we nurture and what makes us feel safe, emotions, needs, the subconscious, women, feminine or yin energy, and intuition. Aquarius is related to humanity, bringing “power to the people”, the collective consciousness, technology, revolution, and being on the forward edge. It is symbolically known as “the water bearer” who pours water for the Gods. Although, it is considered an air sign that is related to thought, mental activity, and communication. This full moon may relate to these areas of your life. Notice how you feel today and the surrounding couple of days before and after this full moon. Your…