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Articles and Videos on Shamanism

This section contains various contributions on the topic of shamanism. They originate from research activities, conferences, events and publications of the Foundation for Shamanic Studies Europe or were written by guest authors. The selection is continually expanded.

  • Article

For Pain: Medical or Shamanic Help?

Michaela Presch,

Pain can be treated equally well by conventional medicine and shamanism, according to a transcultural study by the University of Salzburg.
  • Article

The Secret of the Pakoika

Bill Brunton,

The Nganasans of Siberia are convinced that man-made objects can be charged with shamanic power.
  • Interview

We are not alone

Michael Harner,

Michael Harner explains basic concepts of shamanism in this classic 1996 article.
  • Article

The Hidden Universe of Wisdom

Michael Harner,

A classic - Michael Harner's lecture on shamanism as an access to millennia-old knowledge, at the 1996 World Congress of Psychotherapy in Vienna.
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