Do you want to grasp a deeper understanding of the various core shamanic beliefs? This book is an extensive guide to shamanic totems, power animals in shamanism, and animal magic and medicine. The chances are that it contains answers to every question you have about the concept of animism in shamanism. The book includes historical references that illustrate the importance of various animals in shamanic cultures and practical techniques and methods showing you how you can discover your spirit/power animals. In this book, you'll: Learn who shamans are and where they originated from Discover the history of shamanism. Learn what the underlying philosophy of shamans is. Discover what the three shamanic worlds are and how shamans journey to these places Understand how ancestors help us Learn what spirit animals and totem animals are Discover what plant allies are and how they help shamans In this introduction and advanced practical guide, master shaman kerry henwood distills insights gained over four decades of experience as a teacher and healer. The weavers of light presents shamanism as an artform that heals others, the planet, and the self, and introduces the concept of light weaving as an invitation to recall and embrace the luminescent being that resides in all.