Despite geographical separations, indigenous peoples around the world developed similar spiritual practices. They experienced their lives as interconnected with nature and the spirit realm. This workshop will be an introductory exploration of shamanism, the ancient spiritual tradition that is still practiced today in indigenous cultures worldwide. Shamans use specific techniques for traveling into the spirit world and, thereby, accessing information to benefit their communities, and to be used for healing. People attending this workshop will learn about the basics of shamanic practice and the essentials of shamanic healing. You will be guided through a series of shamanic journeys. These experiences will enable you to connect with a nature spirit, a spirit guide, and then, literally, 'bring spirit home'. Workshop Leader: Edward Yeats, Ph.D is a clinical psychologist and a shamanic practitioner. In addition to his private practice in Newton Corner, MA., Ed is a Clinical instructor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School and co-director of Center of the Circle.