Exploring Shamanism: Debunking Myths and Benefits in 2025

 

Have you ever been in a situation in which you felt or had an intuitive feeling or premonition you could not explain? As shamanism is the form of spiritual practices that was present in different cultures for thousands of years, it can explain the nature of these energies. As a concept that assumes that all objects and phenomena, including people and things, are related, shamanism provides a wealth of information on how to address and solve health, individual development, and spiritual change challenges. As promised, in today’s blog we’ll explore shamanism and its background, practices, and importance for people who are interested in this path. If you are curious about shamanism or traumatized, or just seeking an even deeper connection with spirit and nature, this adventure in the oldest inclinations in the human spirit is one you will not want to miss. Are you ready for bodily suspension and exploration of mysteries of the spiritual world? Let’s dive in!

What is Shamanism?

Among these practices, one can identify shamanism—an ancient tradition that has been used by traditional healers as well as spiritual leaders for thousands of years. Thus, despite now being numerous years of people’s presence on Earth, many people still do not have quite a good understanding of what shamanism is, often due to having received some incorrect information and myths that have been produced by the pop culture. 

Section 1: Clearing up Commonly Believed Misconceptions about Shamanism

It seems useful, however, to first examine some common misconceptions about shamanism before attempting to define the practice. Among the most common misconceptions are:
Myth 1: 

Religion Is Shamanism
There are, however, some of the most common misconceptions about shamanism, which include but are not limited to the following one: One of the biggest misconceptions about shamanism out there is that it is actually a religion. However, in practice, shamanism is a world religious practice that has been used by many tribes and religions of the world. It is a fact, however, that many present-day shamanic performers are not affiliated with any religious or spiritual path whatsoever.
Myth #2: 

It means that only the Indigenous cultures use shamanism. It’s taken as a fact that only indigenous people of different small portions of the world practice shamanism. While it is beyond doubt that shamanism is an important part of many indigenous cultures. To learn more about Shamanism, to learn more about the misconceptions of Shamanism, and practices, check out our other blogs:  What is Shamanism?: Debunking Common Myths and Revealing Its True Benefits.