The Spirit of Giving
A year or two ago I was reading an email request from the Woodland Park Zoo for donations for their Malayan Tiger exhibit, which was in the planning stages. Donations…
Reiki Selfie with Goat
I frequently mention on my blog just how much animals love Reiki, but this photo of Reiki recipient goat Annabelle is worth a 1000 words. Recent Reiki 1 Teleseminar graduate…
In Honor of Able Seacat Simon and Other Animal Heroes on Memorial Day
Since ancient times many different species of animals have also served bravely. While I deplore the need for war, I am deeply moved by the efforts of the animal heroes who have served alongside the human warriors. A few of those animals have been officially recognized as war heroes.
So, you want to talk to animals…
Many people tell me they wish they had my gift of talking to the animals and connecting with them. I always say that everyone can do it. It only takes…
Manitou and the Earth Day Despacho Ceremony
Recently I conducted a Peruvian despacho ceremony in honor of Earth Day and Spring. Despite there only being two human participants the energy was very strong, in part because we…
Wisdom of the Dalai Llama at Animals As Healers and Teachers
I'd like to share one experience that I had when we visited with Animal Teacher Dalai Llama who shares pasture with a llama named Miracle. What's in a name? In this case, a lot of wisdom.
Interview with Rose De Dan: Wisdom of the Animal Elders, part 2
I recently gave an interview to podcast host Lisa Aston where we had such a good time chatting it needed to be published in two parts. In Reiki and Shamanic…
Interview with Rose De Dan: Reiki and Shamanic Animal Teachers
This interview is the first of a two-parts, and the intensity of it surprised Lisa and myself - the animals were definitely wanting to be heard! Listen in as we discuss animal communication, Reiki, shamanism and the healing wisdom of the animal teachers who can show us the way back to who we are.
Photo Documentary: Listening to Animal Ambassadors at Woodland Park Zoo
For this month's final Listening to Zoo Animal Ambassadors field trip I led students to the Woodland Park Zoo. There were so many animals that wished to be seen and…
An Invitation to All Zoos in Honor of Marius the Giraffe
From my shamanic perception the central issue is not about one giraffe, or even two—it is about how animals are perceived, and how our perceptions are tied into the fate of all life on this planet.
