Unpacking Shaman Durek's Controversies and New Age Wellness Beliefs

This chapter explores Shaman Durek's engagement to Princess Martha Louise of Norway, controversies surrounding his services and claims, criticism from publishers and media, and the implications of new age beliefs on health and wellness practices. It delves into the dangers of victim blaming in the context of spiritual reasons for illness and the exploitation of fear by faith healers and gurus in the pursuit of positive thinking in treating serious diseases like cancer.