My training journey continues with the Foundation for Shamanic Studies (FSS) through an intensive Three-Year Program focusing on Advanced Initiations in Shamanism and Shamanic Healing. This means I may be flying to Bali often, but there will still be regular practice sessions in Manila.
I’ve felt a deep calling to this path for several years now. My background includes studies and practice in various healing modalities like theta healing, sound healing, biogenesis, reiki, and energy healing.
There’s something about the shamanic worldview that has resonated with me on a profound level.
I often wonder if I have an ancestral connection to shamanism, maybe I’ve yet to uncover it! In the Philippines, ancient indigenous healers known as Babaylans carried forward this shamanic lineage. However, the Babaylan tradition declined during Spanish colonization when they were persecuted as “agents of evil and superstition.” Today, our modern version of Babaylans are the local healers called albularyo or manghihilot, who use herbal remedies, massage, and rituals.
Albularyo and albularya as Filipino Traditional Healer who uses herbs and prayers in Healing. (Source: Hilot Academy of Binabaylan)
As I delve deeper into shamanic studies, I am often asked about the use of psychotropic plants. The FSS training I’m undertaking focuses on classic shamanic techniques that do not involve the use of plant medicines. Instead, we learn to shift our consciousness through non-psychotropic methods like sonic driving, repetitive drumming, and rattling.
Through the FSS courses I’ve completed – the Healing and Knowledge Series, I’ve already experienced profound shifts in my healing work with clients and in my kundalini yoga and meditation teachings. I’m excited to see where this program will lead me as I embrace the unknown journey ahead and trust in the guidance that has called me to this path of ancient healing and spiritual insights.
And above all, may it serve you and the others that follow after you.
In loving service,
Rosan
