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Awaken Your True Potential: A Spiritual Community for Transformation
Are you a spiritual seeker looking for support, growth, and transformation? In our community we explore the power of nature, the guidance of Spirit, and the body’s innate ability to heal. By deepening our connection to the natural world, we open ourselves to profound healing, wisdom, and a sense of belonging within the great web of life.
The Shamanic Path 2.0 group integrates shamanic healing techniques/processes and spiritual practices to help you cultivate balance, clarity, and harmony in your life.
Whether you are new to the shamanic path or a seasoned practitioner, this is an opportunity to deepen your practice and expand your skills .
Through shamanic journeying, sound healing, earth honoring ritual, shamanic hypnosis and the creation of sacred space you will find greater balance & insight to keep you steady in these ever changing times.
By drawing from Jnana’s years of study and experience this platform is a place to learn, contribute, and build a supportive spiritual community that fosters both personal growth and planetary well being.
Whether you seek emotional healing, spiritual expansion, or a sense of belonging, you are welcome here. As community we can awaken, transform, and walk the path of healing together.
Led by shamanic practitioner & certified Hypnotherapist Jnana Gowan, founder of Balance Point Shamanism. To learn more about her & her healing arts practice, visit [www.balancepointshamanism.com](Awaken Your True Potential: A Spiritual Community for Transformation Are you a spiritual seeker looking for support, growth, and transformation? Join our community, where we explore the power of nature, the guidance of Spirit, and the body’s innate ability to heal. By deepening our connection to the natural world, we open ourselves to profound healing, wisdom, and a sense of belonging within the great web of life. The Shamanic Path group integrates shamanic healing techniques/processes, earth-honoring rituals, shamanic hypnosis, and various spiritual practices to help you cultivate balance, clarity, and harmony in your life. Whether you are new to the path or a seasoned practitioner, this is an opportunity to deepen your practice and expand your skills by drawing from Jnana’s years of study and experience. Through shamanic journeying, sound healing, earth honoring ritual, shamanic hypnosis and sacred space you will cultivate greater balance, insight, to keep you steady in these ever changing times. This group is a place to learn, contribute, and build a supportive spiritual community that fosters both personal growth and planetary well being. Whether you seek emotional healing, spiritual expansion, or a sense of belonging, you are welcome here. Join us as we awaken, transform, and walk the path of healing together. Led by shamanic practitioner & certified Hypnotherapist Jnana Gowan, founder of Balance Point Shamanism. To learn more about her & her healing arts practice, visit www.balancepointshamanism.com Jnana is a healer, teacher, and ceremonialist that understands the power of ritual as a means of deep communication with spirit. I am Jnana Gowan, and I am honored to continue the legacy of this community. Alan Waugh, a dear friend and brother, originally created this Meetup group nearly 20 years ago. Alan graciously allowed me to share my events here in the past and as he departs, it is an honor to step in to carry it forward. Alan and I met in 2007 in a Peruvian shamanism-training program, and our shared path of healing and transformation has kept us connected ever since. For those who have been part of this powerful group, I welcome you back and I look forward to navigating these transformative times together.)
Jnana is a healer, teacher, and ceremonialist that understands the power of ritual as a means of deep communication with spirit.
I am Jnana Gowan, and I am honored to continue the legacy of this community. Alan Waugh, a dear friend and brother, originally created this Meetup group nearly 20 years ago. Alan graciously allowed me to share my events in his Shamanic Path Meetup group and as he departs, it is an honor to step in to carry it forward as The Shamanic Path 2.0.
Alan and I met in 2007 in a Peruvian shamanism-training program, and our shared path of healing and transformation has kept us connected ever since. For those who have been part of this powerful group, I welcome you back and I look forward to navigating these transformative times together and to the new comers... welcome!!
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Equinox Insight: Preparing for Balance Point-Shamanic Sound-CeremonyThe YURT, Richmond , CA
Seeking Balance: Equinox Insight — Shamanic Hypnosis & Sound- Ceremony
(PLEASE NOTE: RSVP directly to Jnana- link below--do not use this platform).In preparation for the Autumnal Equinox on Sept 21, we’ll gather on Thursday, Sept 18 for a 90-minute ceremony of shamanic hypnosis and immersive sound (drum, gong, chimes, voice) to bring you to your own inner Balance Point.
This circle is devoted to cultivating inner stability and resilience, and to nourishing community connection as we navigate these turbulent times. Together, we’ll prepare to cross the seasonal threshold by slipping beneath mental noise into inner stillness—where wisdom, peace, and healing reside.
When: Thurs, Sept 18 • 6:30–8:00/8:15 PM
Where: The YURT, 6263 Bernhard Ave., Richmond, CA 94805
Cost: $20 / $30 / $40 sliding scale
RSVP HERE: https://www.balancepointshamanism.com/shamanic-journey
THIS EVENT REQUIRES YOU SIGN UP IN ADVANCE as it often goes to capacity!!!
Bring: water bottle • journal & pen • yoga mat/blanket (seated option available)Led by ---
Jnana Gowan is the founder of Balance Point Shamanism and a gifted shamanic practitioner, Certified Transpersonal Hypnotherapist, ceremonialist, and teacher in the healing arts.With a rich background in yoga, Reiki, Peruvian shamanism, and other spiritual practices, Jnana weaves these traditions into her soundscapes and one-on-one or group healing sessions.
She skillfully creates immersive soundscape experiences that invite deep inner transformation. Guided by shamanic wisdom, her sessions support profound shifts and healing on many levels.
Jnana offers shamanic healing, sound, and hypnotherapy both virtually and in person (based in the San Francisco East Bay). Her work is grounded in insight and infused with a generous dose of humor—essential tools for navigating these rapidly changing times.
Learn more about Jnana and her offerings at: www.balancepointshamanism.com
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