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The author integrates his apprenticeship with Huichol shamans intohis inspiring work with terminally ill children and their families.
The Flowers of Wiricutais the gripping autobiographical accountof Tom Pinkson's decade-long immersion in the shamanic traditions of theHuichol tribe of north central Mexico, who have retained their ancientway of life more thoroughly than other indigenous groups, and are knownprimarily for the use of peyote in their spiritual traditions. Pinksonhas successfully integrated their teachings into his work with terminallyill children and their families. His book is a heart-felt record of a personalsearch for a clearer understanding of the true self.andnbsp;
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"Pinkson is one of those rare individuals who walks his talk, whose life is built on helping others, loving and forgiving, and a determination to trust and listen to the inner voice within him."
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"In twenty-five years of studying shamanism, I have seldom enjoyed a book as much as this."
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"An inspirational and wonderful tribute to the spiritual traditions found among the old ways."
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"Boldly reveals the path of a true modern shaman. As this engaging book clearly shows, shamanism has much to contribute to contemporary society."
Table of Contents
The Flowers of WiricutaA Journey to Shamanic Power with the Huichol Indians of Mexico
Preface
Introduction
1 Moving Backward into the Future
2 Identity and Purpose
3 Becoming Powerful
4 Healing the Sacred Circle
5 Befriending the Darkness
6 Responsible Ecstasy
7 Shamanic Pathways to Healing and Fulfillment
8 Resanctifying Daily Life
9 Today's Hunter: The Spiritual Warrior
10 The Sacred Marriage
11 Coyote Teachings: The Universe as Trickster
12 Blossoming the Flowers
Appendix