Shamanic Vision: Living Life through the Eyes of the Heart #6, 1st Qtr 2018 | Page 6

In The West—the direction of Healing Waters—is the River of Life and Healing Hands. The River of Life
is a very powerful and dynamic healing tool that Paul has used for a number of years and is the subject of a
book currently in development.
In The North—the direction of Stillness and Wisdom and Ancestors—is the Tree of Life and the mountains
that are so deeply honored in these teachings.
The spiral in the center is a universal image for Shamanism. Ours is generated from the Center, from the
place of Balance and Power. It radiates outwards, opening into the South where is may expand, ignited by
our passion for these Teachings. Conversely, it also draws outer power inward, much like the gift of our
breath, for this Circle is very much about Life.
If you notice, the internal lines do not touch the center. This symbolizes the free flowing energy of the
Medicine of each of the directions...we wish to flow freely, open, free, expansive, operating in realms of
unlimited Dreams and potential.
The Circle has two defined outer borders. The first defines the Medicine Wheel.
The second encompasses all and reflects that we look way beyond the defined borders of time and space
and therefore, are open and curious beyond the limiting thoughts of man.
There is much more to all of this.
However, I invite you to find your metaphors here!
Shamanic Vision Issue #6, 1 st Quarter 2018
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