Its really easy, too easy to get thrown off ones path. Peoples opinions, judgements and influences can pull you every which way. I can like anyone else, get pulled off the path to a degree, and in reaction I find myself getting in a mind muddle, unconsciously experiencing other peoples emotional influences in my energy … Continue reading The Path Of Knowing
Contemporary Shaman
Spirit Rescue In Action
In my early days of training I learned something that I feel may be pertinent in these times of conflict, grief and death. Its called Spirit Rescue. This technique is to be done in a group of dedicated people who know how to take responsibility for their own energy and most importantly know how to … Continue reading Spirit Rescue In Action
Beyond The Fear & Judgement, I Will Meet You.
I have been listening to people's points of view on the ‘Vector’ (my nickname for it) for a while now. The opinions have often been very extreme one way or the other depending who your are talking to. Some are avidly pro and some avidly against. I am writing this because it's one of the … Continue reading Beyond The Fear & Judgement, I Will Meet You.
The Path Less Travelled
The path of the traditional shaman was quite brutal in many ways. They faced the terrors of madness and initiations were hard won. It wasn’t an easy path by any means. In contrast, shamanism today has become über fashionable. In current times many have been drawn to groups run by bring in traditional Shamans so … Continue reading The Path Less Travelled
Grief, The Sacred Rite Of Passage.
Grief is one of the most important journeys we will ever experience. It has a way of taking us to places within ourselves that we never thought possible. It brings up such strong emotions for so many. There are those that don’t seem to express their feelings, tending to shut down and detach, but its … Continue reading Grief, The Sacred Rite Of Passage.
Silly Season Special!
Disowning the Dark
If you knew that the dark didn’t always represent evil or malice would you be less afraid? When I was a child I was terrified, absolutely terrified of the dark, mainly because I felt the lacking of my ‘sight'. Even without sight though, I could still feel things so easily. Things other couldn’t. Was it … Continue reading Disowning the Dark
The Inner Gardener
I have often been told and even just recently, that I am a really good gardener of the mind and psyche. Personally, I am grateful that others see and acknowledge that trait in me because I have worked hard to get here and yet I know there is so much more to do and grow. … Continue reading The Inner Gardener
Radio Interview Part 1 & 2
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Catherine Skye Knot recently. This link takes you to Episode four and five of the podcast. I trust you may find helpful medicine in this interview to add to your recipe of wellness. Blessings Odette https://open.spotify.com/episode/17sfvaCXWxsfhYik8WYZdq?si=QvIuCne3Q5Gqrv5mRNZ-fA&t=0 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0lWfB8FJBvdLtBaeijhlL2?si=Yecb6mDiQvyCmjKBnziXxw
Imagination Is Not A Dirty Word
Without imagination, the world would be incredibly bland, grey, beige and boring. It would be filled with grey boxes and grey-clad people. There would be no art, no sciences, zilch creativity. In the halls of perceived madness, too much imagination is unhealthy and when it takes over and the person loses insight, it is categorised … Continue reading Imagination Is Not A Dirty Word