Christina Pratt Talks about Shamanism and Transforming Depression on Her Radio Show on October 28
Submitted by: Renaissance Resources
2009-10-19 00:01:26
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity", teacher, author, and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing, Christina Pratt, talks about how shamanic practices can be an alternative means to coping with depression.
(OPENPRESS) October 19, 2009 -- Streaming live on the Voice America Network (www.voiceamerica.com) on Wednesday, October 28 at 2 p.m. Pacific time/5 p.m. Eastern time, on her show "Why Shamanism Now?: A Practical Path to Authenticity," shaman and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks about persistent depression -- a disease of the heart and soul -- and how it is one of the most common problems that motivates people to seek help.
According to Pratt, shamanism is an effective approach to healing depression, especially for people who are willing to forge a direct relationship with spirit. While the idea of taking a pill to make the pain go away is initially a relief (and often necessary so the individual can continue to act on their own behalf), the result grows unsatisfying over time. Medication does help people cope, but coping isn't enough.
In this episode of "Why Shamanism Now?" titled "Shamanism and Transforming Depression," Pratt talks to listeners about the many ways shamanic practices are used to transform depression from "the problem" into the path to a life of meaning. Shamanism gives us the unique ability to directly repair soul loss by healing feelings of soullessness, and offers direct reconnection with spirit by allowing an experience of universal love, protection, and guidance. Ultimately, shamanic practices allow an individual to reignite their passion for life and capacity for joy.
Christina Pratt is an authentic, non-traditional contemporary shaman. In practice since 1990, she specializes in mending the soul and transforming the parts of life that feel impossible. A teacher of exceptional clarity, humor, and inspiration, Pratt brings the power of shamanism into the practical grasp of anyone willing to take responsibility for improving the quality of their life. Her well-received book, An Encyclopedia of Shamanism (Rosen), is an 800 page, two-volume set with over 750 in-depth entries that clearly discuss the basic concepts of shamanism, methods, and traditions of over 50 different shamanic peoples. Pratt is the founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing in Portland, OR, and New York, NY, creator of the original Foundations of Shamanism and Shamanic Healing course at the University of Minnesota, and a frequent and honored speaker for the American Holistic Medical Association.
"Why Shamanism Now?", a live internet talk radio with host Christina Pratt, airs every Wednesday afternoon at 2-3 pm Pacific time/5-6 pm Eastern time on http://www.modavox.com/7thwavenetwork/. Prior episodes from "Why Shamanism Now" can be downloaded for free from the iTunes library (www.iTunes.com). Christina also talks about Shamanic Healing on You Tube: Part 1 — What It Is, How It Works, What It Will Do or You: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXihz047CVc Part 2 — Discussion with the participant after a healing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjowXTpxIio.
For more information on Christina Pratt, the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing, and workshops and classes with Pratt, or to order An Encyclopedia of Shamanism at a special discounted rate, visit www.lastmaskcenter.org. For additional information or to arrange an interview with Pratt, please contact Linda Woznicki, 845-417-8811, lwoz@frontiernet.net.
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