Shamans will traverse the 3 inner realms of the Lower, Middle and Upper worlds. Sounds like rattling or drumming help people to descend into these inner worlds where you can meet different guides and spirits. This is often where you confront the darkest, most hidden parts of yourself. It can be a scary thing to see and have to deal with all that stuff you neatly stashed away in the corner. The things you usually refuse to acknowledge, let alone mention. Some of what you encounter in these journeys can sound bizarre but I'm willing to share :)
Developing a personal shamanic practice for me is about embracing and listening to everything in the natural world - as it is, not how we want to see it or how we need it to be.
During a beautiful journey last night (after some fun drumming dedicated to the spirits), I encountered my normal power animals but my wolf had some business he needed me to attend to. Had no idea where we were going until we encountered a massive black wolf - he is the elder and the leader of all leaders. Can't describe exactly how intimidated I felt but he has a calmness to him as well. We sat and chatted - or her told me certain rules that I must follow anyway. The pack and dog energy requires a certain set of principals I guess you'd call them and I currently do a fare bit of dog reiki and communication for which I was asking guidance on. I've actually dreamt of this massive black wolf before in some rather odd dreams with me also as a wolf, it all makes a lot of sense now! My boy is the link between me and this great spirit. There's a fare bit more to add but I won't bore/scare you all! Happy to chat more if anyone feels like it :)
Oh and I now have names as well! My wolf is called Eirik and my tawny frogmouth (owl relation) is called Faith. Very appropriate!
Blessings to everyone xxx
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