Jaguar in the Body, Butterfly in the Heart

The Real-life Initiation of an Everyday Shaman

By: Ya'Acov Darling Khan

Narrated by: Ya'Acov Darling Khan

Shaman', meaning 'intermediary between spirit and the natural world', has become a much overused word in the West. It's not a job title one can give oneself, and in indigenous societies, a shaman is usually born to this role. Ya'Acov Darling Khan is one of the few westerners who have been acknowledged as shamans by indigenous elders or teachers. After being hit by lightning, Ya'Acov took a 3-year journey into the heart of shamanism to seek his own healing, and to learn how he could serve others with the wisdom he acquired through his experiences. He has studied with indigenous teachers from the Arctic Circle to the USA and South America, and has taken part in ceremonies in such diverse locations as Welsh caves to the depths of the Amazon rainforest. Nowadays, Ya'Acov continues to study and regularly journeys to the Ecuadorean Amazon to work alongside the Achuar and S¡para people. For thousands of years, shamans helped the people in their communities remain in balance with themselves, each other, the natural world and the spirit world. This audiobook is not only a powerfully honest, humorous and inspiring memoir, but a guidebook for those from many cultures and walks of life wishing to return to their indigenous roots, and be part of midwifing a more benign human presence here on Earth as part of a new dream.With music from Susannah Darling Khan's album Torch Songs (featured song: Drum Song) available from music-medicine.co.uk

AMAZING

what amazing journey and to share it with future Generations of shaman who will only be able to experience old world shamanism in their dreams! thank you so much for sharing your journey

A beautiful look into modern shamanism

This was such an amazing account of what it takes to truly become a shaman and bring ancient traditions into modern times. Would highly recommend to anyone interested in indigenous spiritual practices and connecting to the spirit of nature.

Eye Opening and Brilliantly Told

A mesmerizing and inspiring memoir. If you're looking to shake up your assumptions and even know a bit about what to do next, this book is for you.

Powerful Account.

A very powerful account of his call to the shamanic vocation. For those being called to this path this book is a worthy listen. Its a humbling perspective on trust & humility.

Wow! What an incredible journey. Very inspirational!

This audio book was very inspirational to listen to. Deepest respect and admiration for the path you have walked, Ya’acov. You really embody the word shaman and walk your talk.