Secrets of Shamanism

(^144) SECRETS OF SHAMANISM
Furthermore, her biggest problem was not knowing
where she was going, where they were moving to, and
what her life in general would be like after 1624 Elm
Street. Bess's guardian spirit represented this by showing
her a picture of a blindfolded Mrs. Adams clutching a mini
version of her house to her chest. To complicate matters,
Mr. Adams had not yet decided which position he was
going to accept out of two job offers that would determine
what neighborhood the Adams would move to. Bess saw
a picture of Mr. Adams running back and forth between
two bosses and two little model towns. Bess likewise
learned from her ally that there were in fact three families
that had seen the house and that were possible buyers.
But they had stayed clear of any negotiations because of
the hidden message being given out by Mrs. Adams that
the house was unavailable. This was illustrated by three
families looking at a little house but being unable to reach
it because Mrs. Adams barred the way.
Bess began to work on clearing the way for the
Adamses to take their next step, using the shamanic
journey and other problem-solving techniques. She com-
municated with both their physical and spirit bodies and
helped them to "see" their way, make important decisions
and clear the spirit of the house, making it ready for a
new family to move in. Much of this was done without the
Adams' conscious knowledge, although Bess had made
sure to ask permission of their spirit to work with them in
this way.
The results were amazing. Not only did the house sell
within ten days of Bess's beginning the process, but the
Adamses seemed happier and more relaxed than she
had seen them in a long time. Bess felt a connection with
them and their environment that she had never felt with
any of her other clients. Not once had she thought only of
her own goal and pocket book; she truly had their best
interests in mind. Needless to say, every one benefited,
Bess's bank account as well. Now, three years later, the
Adamses still send Bess a card at Christmas time and
she remembers her first empowering business experi-
ence with fondness.
When you work with the larger picture, problem solving
often involves other people. Using the shamanic way and a
win-win attitude will leave you with a greater sense of per-
sonal power and accomplishment. Here is an exercise that