Explore the concept of dismemberment — releasing illusions and attachments so your true nature can emerge, free of distortions.

Experience the loss of ego and merge with the divine creative forces of the universe. Explore shamanic perspectives on death, gaining insights that deepen your understanding of this natural process.

Through dismemberment journeys, uncover the meaning behind your own experiences of death and rebirth, allowing you to return from this exploration with newfound clarity and insight.

Get ready to embark on a dismemberment journey that opens your eyes to the mysteries of existence.

In this module, you’ll:

• Discover how shamanism views death and its significance for your personal journey
• Learn practical tips on how to engage with the course material for maximum impact
• Uncover the insights that dismemberment journeys offer about the dying process
• Experience a dismemberment journey that leaves you feeling reborn and ready for the next steps

Discover how each shamanic journey serves as preparation for the experience of death, mirroring the transitions highlighted in near-death experiences.

Learn a simple yet profound technique to help individuals who are facing death to connect with their helping spirits, offering love and guidance during this critical time.

This approach is accessible to anyone, regardless of their background in shamanism, allowing you to provide spiritual support without needing to delve into complex cosmologies. Enhance your ability to support others through their journeys.

Get ready to journey through a symbol — and explore how symbols can act as gateways into non-ordinary realms, opening channels for profound connection and understanding.

In this module, you’ll:

• Understand how shamanic journeys prepare you for your own death and the transition that follows
• Learn to engage people facing death in discussions about helping spirits and their available spiritual support
• Discover how to use symbols as gateways to non-ordinary worlds and return safely
• Experience a journey through a symbol that many shamanic practitioners use as a lifelong tool for connection

Explore the concept of journeying outside of time, allowing you to connect with deceased loved ones and other beings who have transcended.

Learn how this practice offers a unique opportunity for closure and understanding.

Recognize the nature of the soul’s transformation after death, uncovering the wisdom that remains once the ego has shed its weight.

Prepare for a deeply meaningful experience as you journey to connect with the wisdom of those who have crossed over.

In this module, you’ll:

• Discover how to journey outside of time and its implications for connecting with the deceased
• Experience a guided journey to communicate with a nature being or loved one who has passed
• Understand the transformation of the soul after death, recognizing the wisdom that emerges beyond ego
• Explore the belief in reincarnation within shamanic practices, deepening your understanding of life cycles and connections

Journey to connect with various nature beings from the earth, air, and water to gain insights into their perceptions of death.

Engage in group discussions that explore how these beings understand the cycle of life and death, providing you with a broader perspective on this natural process.

After hearing from nature beings, see if these teachings help ease your fears and enhance your understanding of the soul’s journey after death.

This exploration will reveal how death is an integral part of nature.

In this module, you’ll:

• Discover how death is a natural part of life through the lens of nature’s cycles, particularly in the Fall season
• Learn how different beings in nature perceive death, enriching your understanding of this universal experience
• Engage in group discussions that challenge and expand your beliefs about death
• Experience a personal journey to deepen your connection with nature and its teachings about life and death

Discover the powerful practice of transfiguration, a technique Sandra uses to transmute personal and environmental toxins while also facilitating graceful transitions for those nearing the end of life.

Recognize how entering a transfigured state allows you to create a sacred space filled with love and support, making the dying process easier for both the individual and their loved ones.

Learn how to teach transfiguration techniques to others, empowering them to prepare for their own transitions. Explore how transfiguration can be a healing tool for those in grief, bringing peace to all who have suffered.

Prepare to embrace transfiguration as a means of supporting others during significant life changes.

In this module, you’ll:

• Learn about the practice of transfiguration and its effects on personal and environmental energies
• Recognize how to enter a transfigured state to provide comfort and support for individuals who are dying
• Gain skills in teaching transfiguration techniques to those who wish to prepare for their own transition
• Discover how to use transfiguration as a healing tool for those in grief, fostering peace and connection

Explore the vital need for dedicated time and space to process grief in a culture that often overlooks its significance.

Learn how shamanic traditions have used ceremony to support people through life transitions, including the heart-wrenching journey of grief.

Gain insights into how various cultures honor and process loss, emphasizing the importance of self-care during these challenging times.

Together, journey into the future to connect with the descendants of the Earth, gaining fresh perspectives on death and the ceremonies that can aid in healing.

Prepare to deepen your understanding of grief and discover meaningful practices to support yourself and others.

In this module, you’ll:

• Understand the necessity of allowing time to process grief and the impact of rushing this natural process
• Explore how shamanic cultures have traditionally worked with grief, offering you tools to apply in your own life
• Experience a journey into the future to learn from the descendants of the Earth about their perspectives on death and grief ceremonies
• Discover ceremonies and practices that can help you and others navigate the complexities of grief with compassion and support

Discover how to perform meaningful memorial ceremonies for a variety of beings — people, animals, and even nature itself.

Sandra will share her unique approach to honoring the deceased with joy and laughter, demonstrating that memorial services can be both a celebration of life and a compassionate farewell.

As we summarize the key lessons from our seven weeks together, take the opportunity to ask Sandra questions and clarify your understanding of the material.

We’ll conclude with a short ceremony designed to empower you as you embark on your journey to support those who are dying. Get ready to embrace the essential work of honoring life and facilitating healing.

In this module, you’ll:

• Discover how to honor living beings who have passed, wishing them a loving and graceful journey home
• Learn how to apply the insights and techniques from the course in your own memorial practices
• Gain the chance to ask questions and deepen your understanding of the course material
• Feel empowered to take your skills into the world, helping others as they navigate the process of dying — and honoring their loved ones

Through these guides and circle songs, Sandra invites you to leave behind the mundane and join others in an open-hearted space to create positive change. Learn how to participate in healing ceremonies that not only uplift but also empower. Sandra walks you through crafting powerful intentions infused with love, light, and respect, ensuring your ceremonies radiate with the energy of support and honor. Prepare to connect deeply and experience profound healing through the magic of ceremony.

In this illuminating session from the 2023 Earthkeepers Summit, Sandra explores the profound role of ceremonies as sacred acts that connect us with the universe’s creative forces. She frames the current global challenges as a shamanic initiation — an opportunity to strengthen our spirits and ignite collective healing. Sandra encourages us to engage our senses and imagination to dream a more beautiful reality for the planet, reminding us that our inner world shapes our outer experiences. By deepening our connection with nature and the elements, we can manifest positive change. Drawing on ancient shamanic teachings practiced for thousands of years, Sandra calls on each of us to actively participate in this transformative work, emphasizing the need for patience, focus, and commitment as we help usher in a new, vibrant world for future generations.