Dreaming the World

To Heal Is to Own One’s Own Identity

Healing, at it’s best,contests the definitions and deletions of self imposed by others from without, and supports the development of a more home grown, autonomous sense of group and individual self.

Michael Watson PhD

October 2, 2011

Healing, Psychotherapy

colonialism, definitions of self, disability, healing, Native American

Healers, Patients, and the Fate of the World

As psychotherapists, shamans, and healers, how may we best serve those who come to us? Can we hold both hope and a commitment to change? How may we, in this new era, fulfill our role as intermediaries between Pachamama and the human community, human individuals and the spirits, and families and the larger matrix of…

Michael Watson PhD

September 27, 2011

First Nations, Healing, Shamanism, Social issues

blood quantum, healing, Shamanism, social issues

Shamans, Neoshamans, and Societal Issues

Well, the technology gremlins have been active this morning. If you have been inundated with blog post announcements, I apologize…… “Social justice cannot be rendered by people who are not actively engaged in the society they wish to see justice in. Nor can shamans effectively shamanize if they turn their backs on the society that…

Michael Watson PhD

September 26, 2011

First Nations, Shamanism, Social issues

Autumn and The Medicine Wheel

Some of us will gather Friday evening to mark the Equinox, and remember our connections to the Great Year, and to ALL That Is. If you live nearby, please join us. If not, I encourage you to set aside a few minutes to mark the changing year, and the seasons of your life. Blessings.

Michael Watson PhD

September 21, 2011

First Nations, Psychotherapy, Shamanism

autumn, Medicine Wheel, seasons