Shamanism - an alternative to modern medicine?

Shamanism - an alternative to modern medicine?

The Internet, television and other news sources sound the alarm and announce new protocols for the treatment of diseases. These diseases range from Alzheimer's, cancer, diabetes, MS to Parkinson's. Within this call, the conviction of pharmaceuticals is almost praised and praise for other approaches. This is not about listing these approaches or discussing them all specifically. One of many requires attention.

In the United States there is an increase in shamanic healers and practicing. There are plenty of dozens of organizations that offer advice, membership, seminars and certifications. A bulging gold mine illuminates the horizon of possible healing candidates.

At this point it is helpful to define shamanism. There is no need to pursue the etymological history of the word. Shamanism is neither a cult nor a religion, although there is a wealth of evidence that indicate the belief in a divine force that circles the universe. Shamanism is an old form of healing. Despite some attempts to call them a priest, a shaman is simply a healer, i.e. one who knows remedies for certain physical problems.

one of several significant markers that distinguish a shaman from a doctor is the realization that illness is not only physically but also emotional. The treatment of the entire patient is a 40,000 -year -old approach that prevails in the 21st century. Another difference between a shaman and a modern doctor is the division of reality into three areas: upper, medium and lower. And this leads to a third difference: a shaman uses spirit guide when he treats a client.

The shaman has a broad knowledge of herbs; The modern doctor knows exactly which medication to use. The shaman is based on nature and the doctor is most likely made by people on a chemical basis. There is a solid movement to produce more "drugs" on a natural basis, which is commendable from some sides.

A basic problem arises from a cleverly dressed advertising or certificates that praise the wonderful miracle of shamanic healing. Whenever a practitioner suggests a "healing", it is very careful. If you have pain in your side, a shaman may not know that it is appendicitis, digestive disorders, intestinal blocks or cancer. Accepting shamanic healing as an alternative to modern medicine is a serious mistake. And no pun is intended.

Alternative leaves a bad taste. This implies that there is a better way and this may not be the case. Supporting and questioning medicine suggests treatment together with current medical practices.