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…
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…
Photo Documentary: Listening to Zoo Animal Ambassadors at Seattle Aquarium
In February of 2014 I led students to the Seattle Aquarium for class series Listening to Zoo Animal Ambassadors, where we had many more incredible experiences with the resident animal…
Message from the Other Nations on the Death of Marius the Giraffe
Zoo animals are ambassadors for their species, and as such they deserve the respect due a human ambassador. They are representatives of the Other Nations, and they are here to help us heal the broken covenant between mankind, the animals and Mother Earth.
Go, Sea Hawks!
Super Bowl fever has Seattle in its talons. A shamanic perspective on Sea Hawks and Animal Totems.
The Buffalo Blanket Blessing, Part 1
When I first became involved in the practice of shamanism little did I know that one day I would become a blanket carrier for the Buffalo People, nor that doing…
Video The Pachamama Stakes: Race for the Earth
Ever wondered how the animals feel about the environmental challenges our modern world is facing and what solutions they might offer for climate change?
The Pachamama Stakes: Race for the Earth was inspired by a shamanic vision and messages from wild and domestic animals. It is their intention to offer us hope, inspiration, and a call to action. Enjoy, and please share their message with others.
Braveheart Calling
In early June, despite suffering from a very heavy cold, I made an appearance at Serenity Equine Rescue and Rehabilitation to give the talk “Animals As Healers and Teachers.” It…
