E151 - Alberto Villoldo: What Shamans Know About Healing & The Human Journey (That We’ve Forgotten)

In this episode, medical anthropologist and shamanic teacher Dr. Alberto Villoldo shares the healing wisdom he’s uncovered through decades of studying with indigenous healers in the Amazon and Andes. He breaks down the core principles of energy medicine, neuroplasticity, and self-healing—and how we can integrate ancient shamanic practices into modern life. This conversation offers a practical guide for anyone seeking to reconnect with nature, unlock inner resilience, and live in alignment with their true path.

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0:00 Intro

1:46 How He Began His Shamanic Path

8:32 Beyond Knowledge, Cultivating Wisdom 

11:55 Knowing The "Self"

15:11 Studying with Indigenous Healers 

19:51 Our Ability to Heal Ourselves: Resiliency & Neurplasticity 

25:04 Cultivating Vitality in a Nutrient-Depleted World

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30:20 The Reality of Voodoo Practices

34:20 Working with the Energy Body & Chakras

41:00 Humanity’s Era of Change

46:25 The Medicine Wheel: A Map for Awakening

52:40 Synchronicity is Real. Here's How to Spot it

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56:48 Finding Our Dharma, Living in the Flow

1:02:25 Healing at the Psycho-Somatic Level

1:08:45 Practices to Strengthen Your Connection to Nature

1:13:25 Coming to Peace with Death

1:17:50 Benefits & Pitfalls of Plant Medicine

1:24:39 How to Step Into This

1:28:15 Acquiring Spiritual Gifts & Recalling Your Dreams

1:30:57 Conclusion

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