Once you find that path you have been searching for, it is important to stay true to the path, sink into the work, and not get distracted by other ways that look more powerful on the outside. All spiritual paths, however simple in appearance, lead to the same ultimate outcome. The key is doing the work.

The helping spirits do not have physical bodies; therefore, they do not get tired or ill—they are literally showing you personal issues that need to be examined.

We often try to follow instructions of how to perform our spiritual work and forget that the instructions help us get to the door. To go through the doorway and into the true depth of the unseen, we need to let go of the instructions and the methods. The “instructions” can keep us on the surface and limit us from a true exploration of the beauty of

Asking a question such as, “What will I learn if I move forward with this marriage or move?” will give you guidance that can inform your choice. A powerful intention to journey with is by beginning your sentence with “show me . . .” In this way your spirits are now free to answer you by showing you omens as you go about your day.

it’s the shaman’s role in the community to keep harmony and balance between humankind and the forces of nature.

To take a more active role in your journeys, you must open up to your sensory awareness. When I use the word experience throughout Walking in Light, notice what you are sensing.

In our culture we are taught how to fit in with society. It is time for us to look at how each of us is also responsible for living a life of honor and respect for all of life and the Earth. Each of us has valuable strengths that contribute to the health of the web of life.

Do this little exercise to experience the difference a little preparation can make. Take a minute and close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Imagine trying to have a deep spiritual experience while you are boxed in by your daily thoughts and the structure of your ordinary life. Now imagine pushing the mental boxes that confine you away so

It is crucial to separate yourself from the activities you were doing before and focus on the practice that lies ahead. Set aside appropriate times when you can focus on your spiritual work. You want to create time and space where you can go into the depth of your experience and not be distracted by daily ordinary concerns.