Soul support

Now that manifesting and meditation are undoubtedly mainstream, one of the world’s most ancient spiritual practices is seeing a resurgence. Shamanism

– a form of healing and ceremony that involves conversing with the spirit realm – promises an alternative way to heal from trauma or modern-day burnout. Shamanism in the 21st century combines ancient ritual with our current understanding of the mind to create a contemporary form of therapy.

Having your own shaman has been a status symbol for CEOS and celebrities in recent years, but wellness pioneer Anna Bjurstam, who identified this trend at the Global Wellness Summit, believes shamanism could become more accessible. She believes this trend is a response to the limitations of Covid lockdowns, similar in origin to our growing interest in psychedelics and a desire to explore altered states of consciousness. ‘People are suddenly open and curious to look outside of the box – we know there is something out there, beyond what we can touch and see,’ she says.

Shaman Inga Lamb helps her clients find joy in their lives, perform better at work and reconnect in their relationships. A typical session involves Lamb connecting with her spirit guides and journeying with her client to release energy blocks and change past life patterns. And as the wellness response to menopause continues to grow, shamans could be another solution women are turning to. ‘From a shamanic perspective, the menopause is one of the greatest opportunities for spiritual growth,’ Lamb says. ‘It’s the rite of initiation into the next phase of life when the wise woman appears in all her glory.’

TRY IT: Inga Lamb’s six-week course The Cyclical Woman – Menopause costs £390, yourinnerhealer.co.uk. Find a shamanic healer via the Shamanic Healers Circle (shamanichealerscircle.com), a professional body helping members achieve accreditation with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council of the UK.