Sacred Kink: The Eightfold Paths of BDSM and Beyond

For those for whom dancing does not call, the simple act of rocking back and forth can be used to induce an altered state of consciousness.

into heaven or descend into the underworld.

The drum has been referred to in some shamanic practices as the way to connect to the world tree, providing a vehicle to climb

Develop a system of personal ethics and boundaries in advance,

Because of projection, many of us have the habit of taking on other people’s journeys and experiences as our own journey. It is not about you. Someone else’s journey is not your journey.

become fully committed to receiving or giving.

Consider the concept of “this thing I want or better” instead of being a stickler for “only this one thing will serve me.”

Instead of chasing bliss, consider learning how to become a vessel for bliss to reside

“Happiness is like a butterfly; the more you chase it, the more it will elude you, but if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder.”