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Deep-rooted African Spirits, the Orishas, are given respect and service in modern Santeria, Voodoo, as well as other Caribbean traditions.Today, many Yoruban and other West Africans still turn to the Orishas for help and guidance in not only their little problems, but also the big ones of life. From this audiobook you will learn that each Orisha have specific actions and temperament.

Orisha is a colorful and misunderstood religion practiced in Trinidad and Tobago with ties to the Yorba culture of Nigeria. Monique Joiner Siedlak, explores this African-routed tradition starting with a look at the roots of this vibrant and colorful tradition and how it evolved to where it is today. This fascinating book covers topics such as the past persecution of Orisha followers, the religion’s deities, practices, ceremonies, and ties to aspects of the Catholic Church.

This book will accompany you on your journey towards self-discovery and show you how shadow work can change your life forever. Packed with shadow work exercises and encouraging language, this easy-to-understand guide will teach you how to cultivate the self-love you need for effective shadow work. You will be guided gently through the process of identifying and embracing your shadow self while reaching a new level of self-awareness.

Whether you are new to the art of Reiki or a Reiki Master, Reiki for Animals by Monique Joiner Siedlak will introduce you to a new level of healing and well-being. Animals crave attention and love. From cats, dogs, horses, and birds to farm animals, senior animals, or dying animals, Reiki is ideal for helping to heal or bring relief to animals in need. It will significantly deepen the bond between you and the animals you encounter in your life.

Have you always had an interest in the ancient practice of bone throwing, but you just didn’t know how to start learning? Perhaps all you’ve needed is an all-around guide that will introduce you to the world of bone throwing or bone casting! Bone reading is an ancient method of divination practiced throughout the world by various cultures.

How difficult is it to communicate with your ancestors? We sense their presence, instinctively, and wish to communicate with them. It’s time to realize it is possible.

Santeria, a religion whose origins can be traced back to the Yoruban tribes of West Africa. Brought into the United States and Latin American countries through the slave trade, it is now practiced in Cuba and the Latin American countries and has over 20,000 followers in the United States.

Learn the history and surrounding beliefs, as well as practices and spirits and saints of African American Hoodoo.

Vodun: West African Spiritual Life explores and explains this often-misunderstood religion. It invites listeners to open their eyes and their minds to what Vodun is, where and why began, and how it’s practiced. You may think you know everything you need to know, because you’ve seen Hollywood’s interpretation of these spiritual practices, but this book proves those theories, misconceptions, artistic licenses, and theories wrong.

Are you fascinated by the subject of voodoo? Did you know that it’s much more than it is portrayed in the media? Would you like to learn more about it? Voodoo holds a place in our psyche like few other religions or beliefs and is something that has been misunderstood by people through many generations. Far more than sticking pins in dolls, as is often depicted in films and books, Louisiana voodoo has a rich history that is as exciting as it is complex.

Then pick up this book and find the answers to all the questions you’ve been secretly asking, but are too afraid to look up. Google is not a reliable source and we already know how much people love to argue on the internet; so get real answers here.

Dig into the rich history of runes and unlock the knowledge of their power. If you’re looking for a good starting point then this is the audiobook for you! There’s a lot to learn and this guide breaks it down into easy to understand terms anyone can learn. Learn how to integrate runes into your everyday life today by learning everything from the meanings of runes to proper care and storing techniques.

Gypsies have been around for centuries, and their way of life has changed little through the years, traveling from place to place, telling fortunes, and selling wares to make ends meet. Their lifestyle has a certain romance to it, and they are believed to possess many extraordinary powers. In this book, Gypsy Magic, you can learn much more about gypsies, their way of life, and the magic and customs they practice.

Umbanda: The Religion of Brazil explores this remarkable Brazilian tradition founded in the early 1900s by psychic medium Zelio Fernandino de Moraes. It introduces the fundamental beliefs and practices of this religion of approximately 500,000 practitioners, many of whom now identify as Catholic.

Discover Candomblé’s rich heritage of temples, priests, music, dance, rituals, and ceremonies. Learn about the Supreme Creator and the many lesser deities known as Orishas. Get to know this unique religion whose rich tradition of African-based music and dance plays an important role.It’s time to discover this vibrant Afro-Brazilian religion known as Candomblé.

Astral projection or astral travel is an out-of-body experience (OBE) which is achieved either in an awake state or by way of lucid dreaming or deep meditation. Some people can astral project naturally. Others are afraid to remove their consciousness from the physical body and never learn to astral project. This book will explain techniques, benefits, and how to control your astral body.

Look, anxiety is a monster of an ailment. It’ll make you doubt yourself, can ruin your relationships, and leave you an emotional mess in the blink of an eye. Still, many people don’t even know that their symptoms are pointing to anxiety, or they just decide to live with it because anxiety destroys your will to even leave the house, making a diagnosis impossible.

Haitian Vodou by Monique Joiner Siedlak explores this rich Haitian tradition beginning with a look at Haitian history and how the tradition known as Haitian vodou evolved. She then moves on to cover the basic principles and ethics of Haitian vodou. Her fascinating work also includes a discussion of common confusions and controversies associated with Haitian vodou as well as a discussion of Haitian vodou today.

Let me ask you two questions. Are you looking to find peace in your life? Had enough of the stress, anxiety, and frustration around you? Meditation is the answer you’re looking for. Although meditation is commonly known as a mainly spiritual practice, it additionally has many health benefits. A few of these are: enhancing the immune system, decreasing muscle tension and headaches, lowering blood pressure, and self-esteem by building self-confidence.

Anyone can create their own spells and rituals. Would you like to? When writing your own spells, it possesses an extraordinary amount of power because of the energy you put into it.