John Mabry on Shamanism and Spirituality

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Aug 20, 2021

John Mabry, a United Church of Christ pastor and author, dives into the intersection of shamanism and Christianity. He shares insights from his book, exploring how shamanic practices can lead to wholeness and healing. John discusses his transformative shamanic journey and the significance of his spirit animal, the panther. He emphasizes the distinction between trust and belief in spirituality and the importance of imagination in forming connections with the spiritual world. Join him as he navigates through the complexities of faith and personal experience.

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ANECDOTE

Mold and Trauma

John Mabry developed chemical and food sensitivities after living in a mold-infested house while experiencing emotional trauma.
He's been working on rewiring his brain through neuroplasticity and mindfulness practices.

INSIGHT

Negativity Bias

Negativity bias is hardwired into our brains for survival, causing negative thoughts to stick while positive ones slide off.
Healing requires actively noticing and savoring the good while letting go of the negative.

ANECDOTE

Introduction to Shamanism

John's therapist, a shamanic practitioner, suggested a shamanic journey to help him with major life discernments.
This powerful experience introduced him to shamanism.

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John Mabry is a United Church of Christ pastor and is the Director of the Spiritual Direction Program at Chaplaincy Institute. He is the lead singer of 2 bands in the Bay area and is the author of many novels and books on theology, spirituality, and spiritual guidance.

In this episode, Eric and John discuss his book, Soul Journeys: Christian Spirituality and Shamanism as Pathways for Wholeness and Understanding

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In This Interview, John Mabry and I Discuss Shamanism, Spirituality, and …

His book, Soul Journeys: Christian Spirituality and Shamanism as Pathways for Wholeness and Understanding
How life is messy for everyone and how we’re not seeing everyone’s entire picture
His Shamanic journey experience of finding wisdom and healing
The upper, middle, and lower worlds as part of a shamanic journey
His spirit animal, the panther
How practice and training our imagination can form relationships with spiritual realities
The importance of leaving room for mystery
How our culture reinforces that only what can be measured and explained is real
Using the word trust rather than believe
His morning practice of imaginative prayer
His exploration into the different spiritual traditions and finding where his heart lives

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