During a journey to the lower world in which I was accompanying a bear after trying to find my power animal (I suspect its appearance may mean it is, along with what happened in my previous vision), I had a sudden flash of a very aggressive wolf snarling at me, and for some reason I felt myself rear up as if I were a bear and roar at it, and felt a TREMENDOUS sense of unease and regret, as if I had committed a cardinal sin. When I asked if there was any way to make up for what I had done, I got the image of a flower, like a pink hibiscus. I fear I may have made a mistake in journeying either too hastily or without a teacher, can anyone help me with this?

I have an oz of PE that I want to share with some close friends. I’ve been into psych’s for 5 years intermittently, doing mushrooms, LSD, DMT, ayahuasca and bufo.

Throughout this time, I’ve become familiar with how psychedelics are, and have tried to understand the healing aspects of these drugs. I think I have become more mindful in life because of these drugs. I wish to share it because of the gift it’s given me, but I’m not sure if I can.

Last year was my first and only time with ayahuasca, by the end of the experiences it became clear to me, through a message, that I could become “shamanesque.”

Since then I’ve been learning more how to better play guitar and getting prepared to do a thoughtful ceremony.

Between then and now, I’ve done one ceremony, I don’t think it went well. Mostly because the participants were newbs but also I didn’t fully understand the responsibility of a ceremony.

I became a figure of reverence for the few who joined me, but it was astonishing how far that idea went, and I had no idea what to do besides play music. The music I played seemed to have some effect on the psychedelic experience, but I couldn’t make that mesmerizing last. Since, I have learned much more music, but not really the etiquette of shamanism.

I think my issue is in setting the setting. While I know what is to be expected, others don’t. If someone isn’t comfortable within the experience, things can go south and that is an awkward experience.

Also the whole idea of intention setting and conveying that to someone looking to get high is sometimes a hopeless task.

Its a gap in normal society that hard to convey, like any artist trying to perform their act. People have to want that sort of experience, yet in my experience, a type of shamanic performance is “I will fully take care of you for a few hours while we are out of our minds.”

When I experienced Ayahuasca it was the most genuine thing I have ever experienced and I really felt the hearts of the people/shaman who helped us along the way, that admiration gave me the desires to share the eternal love. I want to create that experience for people.

It seems really hard. Any tips?

Have anyone here visited shamanic communities in China or South East Asia? I have about one month to travel during winter. Would be interested if there are any open communities to join and if you have any experiences with that.

I am usually able to clear out any negative energy and bring positive back in but as of late a co worker as been overwelmed and having mental break downs. And my manger not really doing her any favors among other things (reasons i dont want or need to get into here). ive been sending good energy to my coworker when i can. But her sour general unhappyness is getting to me and trying to negate that is getting tireing. I will comunicate with my spirit guide/power animal and ask her for guidance and help as well. I can feel others emotional energy very easily and it does effect me (spiritual energy as well to some degree. I dont always know by how much spiritualy).

So any help or recomendations to either make clearing the negative energy/aura easier or blocking or reducing feeling that energy when around it would help. As its getting to the point that its wearing me down when im around her. Shes normally not like this most of the rest of the year.

went for a hike the other day to one of my familiar spots.

there is a pool in a stream along this trail that I make offerings to. I had a special feeling around it years ago and have been saying hello and bringing gifts to it ever since. maybe three or four years now.

well on this particular day I was in a rush and forgot to bring an offering.

and I was unable to find the pool.

I checked again on my way back and was also unable to find it. I was almost in disbelief and doubled back along that entire length of stream, still couldn't find it.

will I be able to find it again if I remember to bring an offering next time?

I feel as though Ive got this negative energy/entity attached to me. Or being spiritually attacked. I was wondering if someone could help. Can go into details in a PM.

But it kind of started with having too much weed and before then there were a few times with ketamine that i feel something came in.

Everytime I take it, it feels like the powder is touching my brain and hurts badly. Is it actually safe?

I just really need some help for fast development as I am trying to meditate in my dream world I just wake up .

I have been meditating while awake since 2016.

Thanks for helping me out.

Hello, after nearly a year of a lack of motivation or intent to do any journeying, I’ve finally decided to give it another attempt, since my last one seemed somewhat incomplete. I blindfolded myself, put on a drum track for journeying, and did my best to clear my mind of anything but the intent to travel to the lower world to gain more understanding.

I visualized walking down the stairs of my top floor apartment, but instead of the normal sidewalk I would see in everyday life at the bottom, it was darkness. All around me, darkness.

Then, a rhythmic pulsing shaking sensation, as the top of a large spruce or fir tree flashed in my mind. The call of an eagle, and the image of a wing. Then a shift, a rocky mountainside, and an image of a mountain lion head. Another shift, the coast on the ocean, and an image of a whale. Another shift, no location this time, the image of a large bison head. Yet another shift, the image of a mandrills open-mouthed face. Once more a shift, to a creature I couldn’t tell whether it was an elephant or a mammoth. At this point, my breathing begins to become uneasy, when I hear a voice: “Calm yourself, young one.”

My breathing immediately calms, but I’m unable to find the source of the voice. I call out, “who is there?” I look around, and I find myself in the same scene as my previous vision, a snowy conifer forest. I see a flash of an otters face, as well as another bison, before I finally see a large bear in front of me. I immediately understand that the bear was who spoke to me. I greeted the bear, “hello”, to which it replied, “greetings young one. Why are you here?”

I replied, “I’ve come to gain more understanding. Can you help me?” The bear didn’t answer, but I felt its affirmation. Somehow I felt that it needed to eat me, and I allowed it. It bit through my neck and decapitated me, then ripped my arms and legs away from my torso, but did not eat me. It left my pieces in a pile, before turning around and kicking dirt over them until they were buried. It then stood over the pile and breathed, and suddenly my eyes widened and I became large, stood up from the dirt, and I felt as though I were reborn as a bear myself.

Slightly frightened along with feeling energized, I asked the bear if I may return now. After it conveyed that I may, I felt the exhilaration leave me as I somehow shed my bear body and returned to human form, and then walked back up my stairs and returned to this world.

Does anyone know what this could mean? There were so many places and animals I didn’t feel like I understood, and I have no idea why I was eaten or reborn as a bear. If my first journey is needed for context, it’s not far down my page

Tripartite Cosmology Across Cultures

Tripartite cosmologies, or the division of existence into three distinct realms, are found throughout human history and across diverse cultures. Rooted deeply in shamanic traditions, this model links physical, spiritual, and existential aspects of life. This article will explore the origins of tripartite cosmology in shamanism, its global manifestations, and why it is so widespread.

1. Origins in Animism and Shamanism

###Animism: The Early Conceptualization Animism, the belief that all things in nature possess a spirit, is one of humanity’s earliest belief systems. This perspective laid the foundation for dividing existence into visible and invisible realms, leading to more structured systems of understanding the universe. ###Shamanism: Structuring the Three Realms Shamanic traditions formalized these ideas into a tripartite framework, essential for spiritual practice. Shamans viewed reality as consisting of:

• Upper World: A realm of deities, spirits, or ancestors, associated with the sky and divine light.
• Middle World: The physical plane where humans, animals, and nature exist.
• Lower World: An underworld associated with ancestors, spirits, and primal energies.

Shamanic Cultures and Their Cosmologies

• Siberian Shamanism: Indigenous Siberian shamans described their journeys as movements between the Upper World (gods and ancestors), the Middle World (living world), and the Lower World (spirits and the dead), connected by a world tree.
• Mongolian Shamanism: Mirroring Siberian practices, Mongolian shamans speak of three interconnected realms linked by a cosmic pillar.
• Indigenous American Traditions: Tribes like the Lakota have a tripartite structure involving the Wakan Tanka (Great Spirit) in the sky, the Earthly Plane, and the Spirit World below.
• Amazonian Shamanism: Spiritual journeys in Amazonian traditions often involve transitions through the Upper, Middle, and Lower Worlds, each with distinct spiritual beings and meanings.

2. Tripartite Cosmologies Around the World

Norse Mythology

Norse cosmology expands the tripartite structure into nine realms:

• Upper Realms: Asgard (home of gods), Vanaheim (fertility gods), Alfheim (light elves).
• Middle Realms: Midgard (humans), Jotunheim (giants), Svartalfheim (dwarves).
• Lower Realms: Hel (realm of the dead), Niflheim (cold and mist), Muspelheim (fire and chaos).

Despite this complexity, the Norse realms align conceptually with a tripartite division based on their characteristics.

Mesoamerican Cosmologies

Mesoamerican traditions often included detailed layers within the tripartite structure:

• Aztec Cosmology: Divided into Upper Worlds (13 heavens), the Earthly Plane, and Lower Worlds (nine levels of the underworld, Mictlan).
• Maya Beliefs: Featured an Upper World (gods and celestial beings), the Middle World (earth), and Xibalba (the underworld).

Judeo-Christian Tradition

This tradition reflects a tripartite structure:

• Upper Realm: Heaven, the realm of God and angels.
• Middle Realm: Earth, where human life unfolds.
• Lower Realm: Hell or Sheol, associated with death and judgment.

Other Ancient Cosmologies

• Egyptian Beliefs: Divided into the realm of gods, the living world, and Duat (the underworld).
• Sumerian Cosmology: Composed of An (sky), Ki (earth), and Kur (underworld).
• Chinese Cosmology: Reflected in Tian (heaven), Di (earth), and the underworld.

Indigenous and Global Examples

• Australian Aboriginal Cosmology: Involves the Sky World for ancestral spirits, the earthly realm, and the Dreaming (a timeless spiritual plane).
• Yoruba Cosmology: Orun (realm of gods), Aye (earth), and Orun-Apadi (realm of purification and punishment).

3. Why Tripartite Cosmologies Are Universally Found

Cultural Diffusion and Shared Heritage

One theory suggests that the tripartite model originated in early societies and spread through migration and exchange, adapting to fit diverse cultures.

Cognitive and Biological Patterns

The human brain naturally segments the world into three parts: the sky (upper), ground (middle), and underground (lower). This division aligns with our sensory perception and cognitive processing:

• Sensory Patterns: Humans perceive contrasts like high vs. low or light vs. dark, leading to a structured view of existence.
• Symbolic Meaning: The upper world represents divine aspiration, the middle world stands for human community, and the lower world symbolizes mystery and transformation.

Archetypal Theory

Carl Jung’s concept of archetypes suggests these cosmological divisions resonate due to shared symbols in the collective unconscious. This explains why similar patterns appear in disparate cultures:

• Conscious States: Humans move between states of awareness, mirroring the movement between realms in religious and mystical experiences.
• Spiritual Journeys: Many cultures describe shamanic or meditative experiences as vertical journeys, reinforcing the perception of layered realities.

Empirical Support

• Anthropological Consistency: Anthropological studies confirm the existence of tripartite models in various cultures, such as Siberian shamans and Mesoamerican civilizations.
• Neuroscientific Evidence: Research into altered states of consciousness shows that certain brain activities create feelings of elevation or descent, aligning with perceptions of different planes.

4. Beyond the Tripartite Model

Some cultures expand upon the basic tripartite framework:

• Norse Mythology’s Nine Realms: This system groups realms into upper, middle, and lower categories, demonstrating how the core structure can be elaborated for cultural complexity.
• Aztec Multi-Layered Cosmology: Includes 13 heavens and nine underworlds, yet still reflects a fundamental division of reality.

Conclusion

Tripartite cosmologies, rooted in early animistic and shamanic practices, continue to shape humanity’s understanding of existence. From Siberia to Mesoamerica, the division of the world into upper, middle, and lower realms appears in varied forms, resonating with shared human experiences and cognitive frameworks. Whether through religious, mythological, or shamanic traditions, this structure represents humanity’s quest to explore the physical and spiritual dimensions of life. The universality of these models points to both cultural interconnectedness and deep-seated patterns in human consciousness.

So lately when I close my eyes, my third eye is literally turned right tf on. I’m not sure by who or what! I don’t know who can remote review inside my third eye or if it’s a spirit of some sort but they have been controlling it for the last couple of days consistently.

As weird as this may sound, they have been controlling other peoples third eye and connecting it to mine. By that I mean I can hear and telepathically communicate with the people it or THEY connect me with.

The latest thing I heard in my head was “it’s time for judgement day.” or some random music/meme that’s played that I have recently listened to on TikTok.

The weird thing is is that everyone they’re connecting me to is all from the same location.

Is there something that can calm the third eye/crown chakras down?

Thanks! A.

Recently I was given a necklace with a turtle pendant all made of bone. I smudged the necklace, put it on and proceeded to smoke some tobacco. Moments later I had an episode of some sort where I "lost consciousness.". I was fully aware of an all encompassing darkness that surrounded me. I seemed to just be floating in the void. I had just enough time to take in that I was floating, and then I woke up to my wife giving me rescue breaths. This may be a medical issue, but it all felt very spiritually significant to me.

Has anyone had similar experiences? I would love any kind of feedback or discourse on this. Thank you all.

Hello, I do not know how I start this and if I am in the right place at all. But I thought I should ask on this thread. If this is not the place to ask, please guide me to the thread that would be suitable for this. I’ll try to not go too into detail and make it short.

Recently, I met someone and got to know them. I will call them Light and will use bullet points on what I have noticed that happened between us.

• We did not know each other at all, but both of us were born in the same city and met in a different country in a program.
• Sometimes we finish each other’s sentences or even thoughts. An example is I was with Light and another person in a grocery store and Light got separated from us. I looked at cheese in an aisle randomly because I got an appeal to eat some. I rarely buy cheese. I hold it and then put it back. Minutes later we bump into Light and they randomly say they want to eat cheese.
• Light dreamt about me and the details were the same of a famous celebrity that passed away on the same exact day.
• I dreamt about Light a few nights ago and one of their friends dreamt about Light the same night as I did as well.
• Light expressed an issue that they had in their left eye for a few months. Meanwhile, I have been experiencing random tears, tightness in my left eye around the same time too.

I really do not know what to make out of these interactions between us or how to go on with these informations that I have. Thank you for your time in reading this.

Hello! I had a beautiful journey last night where my higher self came forward to work with me more intentionally. I'm very excited about this process.

I am curious if anyone has resources that speak to higher self work. I'd love to learn more.

Thank you!

I've been finding myself searching for a figure from an intense dream, years ago. I was in a forest with trees that opened like doors. Sort of Nightmare Before Christmas like and the dream has a silly, light feel to it. Until a figure poured out of one of them, almost genie/Specter like and filled the air. It was a beautiful smiling woman with long hair, spikes behind her head/torso, wings (but not traditional feathery ones) and ornate dress that looked exotic, but not recognizable. She was floating above me and emitting such a glow that I could hear it. She was giant, like a statue, several times my size. But the part I remember the most was that she was completely golden. Her skin, hair, clothes, wings and aura around her, I was so shook upon seeing her that I stumbled backwards, fell to my knees cowering and eventually stared and wept. She just floated there smiling and I don't think she ever spoke. It was a very intense feeling and I've tried researching golden goddesses, deities, angels, folklore, etc. Could just be powerful personal imagery, I have always held the sun as a strong symbol and thought she might represent that, but was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on specific figures or meanings?

Can someone please explain this to me. I watched this random cat kill a rat and it dropped off the dead rat onto my left side. It looked at me and walked off after. I’ve never had this happened to me before and I was surprised/curious to why.

Hey y’all, so it’s 4am and I’m experiencing a bit of some trouble. I would like to know who can help appoint me to the right direction. My clairaudience is fully on and active, my chakras are out of balance, and I need some help. I don’t have any money and I really don’t know what to do. I have two, if not more people stuck at my feet, and just need some assistance!

I have tried meditating, I was told cord cutting doesn’t help(?). What do I do?

Thanks! A

What are your thoughts on going to “dream school” where you practice and learn new skill sets and abilities? It’s personally my favorite! Especially foreshadowing future gifts 🤭✨

I am curious what do you think about syntethic drum skins? Would you use one or you think the natural animal skin is a better choice?

I live in the UK so the weather is often cold and wet. Using the drum outside with synthetic skin could be better?

I would like to hear your opinions and experiences.

Thank you for helping me! 🙏

I want to start this by saying I don’t know much about the Native American culture in America. I say this because I hope my comment/question doesn’t come across as offensive. I don’t dabble in any religion or spiritual culture.

However - I had a dream on September 1 that really jarred me. I remember everything. It was like it was real. I was with a tribe of Native Americans. Everyone was looking at me with smiles and I could feel energy being poured into me. I was confused and didn’t know why I was there. I asked them who I was and the leader said “Mixes oil and sugar in soil for flowers.” I immediately woke up and wrote it down.

Then this month I was hiking and felt “them” again. I can’t really explain it, but I know it was the same spirits. They said “Make them care sister. It’s hot. We’re burning.”

Does anyone make anything of this?

Hi there,

As odd and uncomfortable as this sounds, I’ve been spiritually attacked by dark entities/angels(?). Now I’m too clairaudenient (meaning I’m hearing random things at 3am-4am all throughout the night calling me slurrs or hearing grunting.) I’ve been telepathically/physically connected to a persons spirit/soul. I have not harmed, cursed, or hexed anyone. Yet I think it’s been done to me for too long now.(over 6 months)

We are now wondering if you can point us to the right trusted spiritual leader whether you know the name of a person or title (I.e. shaman, high priestess, energy healer, reiki etc.)

All the best, MP!

Well last night I have lucid dreams like crazy and I woke up this morning to a black bear in my room it was breathing on the covers and I finally confronted it it wasn't mean to me or nothing it actually like me it was just weird why would there be a black bear in my room?

We talk a lot about the collective, and how everyone is a reflection of yourself. However, when applying this in the real world, I'm often confused about when I should let go of people in my life. Does giving up on someone means im giving up on myself ?

How can I tell the difference of knowing when to fight and when to let go ?

Thank you so much 🙏

Remembering my very first dream

My family has prophetic dreams, myself included. However, I still vividly remember my very first dream as a baby. Yes, I’m one of those odd people who remembers diaper changes, and yes, my family and I have confirmed these are not created memories. I do have memories of seeing other entities as a baby, but the older I got, the less often I saw them, and now it’s relatively rare.

Anyway, the dream, which I had for years until I matured enough to have fuller dreams, was this:

I was falling throughout the stars. Above me were stars in space, below me were stars and galaxies. I was just floating, falling into space, until I woke up. I had this dream every single night.

I would love to discuss this with like minds. Some of my family members on my dads native side joke that the dreams may be a calling, but I’m not sure what to think.

Good day everyone, I hope you are well and blessed. I am immigrating to Japan next year and before I get there I would like to prepare my way and make a special offering to their Gods, Goddesses and spirits of the region I am going to. I will be asking my spirit guide for advice but I am still a novice and I was wondering if any kind could can assist me with how I can go about this. The purpose of the offering would be for the spirits that rule the country and the region to accept me for a smooth successful relocation and life. Thank you everyone xo

Hey all,

Hope you’re doing well. I’m looking for some insight and/or source materials I can read on shamanic illness.

Background: I’ve been connected to the spiritual realms ever since I can remember (I almost died in childbirth and come from a lineage of spiritually gifted Celtic folk on my mom’s side)

When I was 24, I called in energies to create circumstances to allow me to become someone who loved themselves and cherishes their body in preparation for the mass healing work I had felt called to do since I was young.

Around this time, I started to see a spinning indigo triskelion in the center of my vision during meditation, and upon researching it, saw something that frightened me that I don’t want to talk about here.

Later the same night I saw the something, my health plummeted and I was taken to the emergency room for anaphylaxis.

That was about 5 years ago, and ever since then, I have been battling severe health struggle after health struggle. Most of what I’ve been dealing are rare conditions, many of which are debilitating on their own. I have almost died a couple times now and have become disconnected to and distrustful of my spiritual path.

I don’t know who to pray or call out to. When I have, my heart isn’t fully in it, it feels like no one is there on the receiving end (it just feels like me, if that makes sense).

I have all intentions to heal fully and have wondered at times if what I’m experiencing is shamanic in nature. But in truth, I have no idea what a shaman really is. I don’t know how I would even ‘be’ one, what I would do, or if this is what I’m even being called towards.

Would love for any insight, as this has weighed heavily on me for quite some time.

I haven’t gone to a shaman yet but I saw some people mention that after they went to a shaman, they felt empty and disconnected from the material world, like they couldn’t enjoy their life or any activities that they used to. I’m really scared of this happening because I want to be able to enjoy the finer things in life and my life in general so I’m scared to book a session with a shaman for this reason.