Practical Shamanism

In this episode, I explore what it really means to build resilient happiness in a world that constantly overstimulates our nervous system and pulls on our attention.

I talk about the quirky mix of human animal and eternal soul, and how our instincts, brain chemistry, and modern capitalism can team up to keep us stuck in emotional numbing, low level discontent, and addictive chemistry hits. I share how our emotional set point can narrow over time, so we end up stewing in familiar feelings like frustration, helplessness, or mild depression instead of allowing deeper emotions, like grief, to move through.

I look at how a chronically activated fight or flight response, combined with endless opportunities for distraction and quick dopamine, makes it hard to register the quieter, sustainable forms of happiness. I also talk about miswanting and hedonistic adaptation, and why chasing big spikes of chemistry through intense relationships, major purchases, or peak experiences is not a reliable path to feeling well in everyday life.

From a shamanic and practical perspective, I offer ideas for:

• Calming your nervous system and lowering your fight or flight baseline

• Noticing where you are numbing out instead of feeling what is actually present

• Letting emotions move through so your emotional matrix is not gummed up

• Recognizing when you are chasing extreme chemistry instead of true fulfillment

• Diversifying your sources of happiness so your well being is not tied to one thing

• Stacking small, attainable joys into a stable foundation of contentment

My intention is to help you understand your design with more compassion, so you can partner with both your human animal and your soul. When you address emotional numbing and nervous system overload first, it becomes much easier to feel and trust the subtle, authentic happiness that is already available in your life.

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kev Young. You can reach them at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com

In this episode, I explore a question I've been sitting with lately: are we more affected by past life imprints or by ancestral patterns? Drawing on 25 years of shamanic practice, I talk about how past lives, ancestral lineage, family of origin, nervous system trauma, and even biochemistry all weave together to shape our current experience—and why, in my client work, the guides often take me to past life healing first, even when ancestral themes are present. My intent is to give you language and lenses to better understand where your own "stuff" may be anchored and how to choose clear, compassionate next steps on your healing path.

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kev Young. You can reach them at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com

I've launched a new side project I've been dreaming on for years: A Shamanic Experience. It's for those of us who feel the medicine of place — standing stones, hot springs, glaciers, deserts, and rivers — and want grounded guidance for connecting with the spirit of the land.

In this episode, I briefly introduce the new show and then play the complete introductory podcast episode so you can sample it without leaving this feed. I share why sacred travel matters to me, how I attune to different layers of a landscape, and why solo travel helps me listen more deeply. You'll hear stories from places like Ireland, Iceland, Glastonbury, Death Valley, the Yukon, and Rosslyn Chapel, along with practical ideas for letting the land teach you.

Just look for "A Shamanic Experience" or Katie Weatherup whereever you listen to podcasts. Also, check out my new Youtube channel. I have additional content that's only available there. https://www.youtube.com/@AShamanicExperience

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Learn more about me and my work at https://handsoverheart.com

In this episode, I share my early May travels through Whitehorse and the Yukon—a journey filled with epic landscapes, mercurial weather, nourishing earth energy, and spacious moments of connection. I talk about wild horses on the Alaska Highway, turquoise rivers, hot springs, slow travel, and the subtle power of land that welcomes you in.

Along the way, I reflect on how shamanic practices like journeying to land guardians and traveling without a rigid agenda can deepen your relationship with both place and self.

Want more shamanic travel content? Stay tuned for my "A Shamanic Experience" podcast and YouTube channel, coming soon!

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kev Young. You can reach them at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com

In this episode, I explore what it means to live in a time when so many old souls and psychically sensitive people are incarnating at once. Many of us arrive with strong, natural gifts but little training, which can leave us overwhelmed, ungrounded, or even vulnerable.

I talk about why aligning your psychic abilities matters, how to avoid leaving the "psychic door" open, and practical ways to bring discernment, boundaries, and volitional control to your sensitivity. Think of it as learning the care and feeding of your energetic body, so you can thrive in this noisy, modern world while still enjoying the magic and connection your gifts bring.

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kev Young. You can reach them at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com

Have you ever found yourself replaying a frustrating conversation or worrying in advance about a routine appointment — even when everything eventually goes fine? In this episode, I explore how our brains are wired to latch onto the negative, dramatic, or adversarial moments in life — and how we can reclaim our energy from that pattern.

Drawing on personal reflections, real-life conversations, and wisdom from my guides and clients, I look at:

• Why our minds tend to replay past slights and anticipate future conflict
• How we can use "essay assignments" for the brain to shift our attention to kindness, competence, and resourcefulness
• The emotional cost of unnecessary rumination — and how to keep it low
• What it means to navigate systems like the medical model with both agency and grace
• The quiet power of noticing emotional generosity in everyday interactions

Whether you're moving through healthcare appointments, airport delays, or just the everyday unpredictability of human behavior, this episode offers insights to help you stay resourced, present, and less energetically taxed by the noise.

Because transformation doesn't always come from the dramatic moments — sometimes it's in making the everyday a little easier, smoother, and more soul-aligned. And that's no small thing.

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kev Young. You can reach them at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com

In this episode, I'm sharing some personal field notes from a season when life has been undeniably complex. From navigating my mom's cancer diagnosis and treatments to unexpected travel hiccups, tech crises, and the temptation to argue with customer service reps, I've been reminded how fear, fatigue, and old patterns can surface — even for those of us deeply rooted in spiritual practice.

I talk candidly about leaning on shamanic tools, managing energy as an empath, honoring boundaries, and finding unexpected resilience. I also explore the subtle art of not trying to fix someone else's experience and the seductive pull of righteous indignation when life feels out of control.

If you're moving through a challenging time — or simply curious about how shamanic practice weaves into real-life chaos — I hope these reflections offer insight, companionship, and encouragement.

Thanks for listening, and may you find your center, even when life gets messy.

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kev Young. You can reach them at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com

In this episode of Practical Shamanism, I explore the concept of the personal economy—the energetic and practical ecosystem of your financial world—and how to work with it intentionally in times of collective uncertainty.

Rather than getting swept up in fear or overwhelm about national or global economics, I invite you to turn your attention inward. We'll talk about:

• Why our brains aren't built to grasp large-scale economic systems

• How past life vows and spiritual conditioning might be influencing your money experience

• The importance of tending your energy body (especially the lower chakras) to support financial flow

• What it means to build a resilient, adaptable financial "greenhouse" that can weather outside storms

• And how you can stop leaking energy into collective anxiety and instead cultivate a grounded, empowered relationship with money

This is a soulful, practical, and energetically savvy look at how to create a personal economy that supports your freedom, peace, and ability to live the life that's truly yours.

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kev Young. You can reach them at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com

Shift Your State in Seconds: Harnessing Your Inner Mastery!

In this episode of Practical Shamanism, Katie Weatherup explores how we can harness our accumulated mastery with healing practices—like yoga, meditation, or ritual—to shift our energy and emotional state quickly and effectively. With guidance from spirit allies and insights from years of practice, she invites listeners to experiment with "mini versions" of their go-to techniques to move from stress to regulation in just a few breaths.

Katie shares examples from her own life and client work, and she offers important caveats about when the full practice is still needed. This is a powerful conversation for anyone looking to be more efficient and intentional with their healing tools—and to activate the wisdom and energy they already carry within.

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kev Young. You can reach them at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com

In this episode, Katie Weatherup explores the deeper emotional and energetic roots of procrastination through a shamanic lens. Rather than offering surface-level hacks, she unpacks why we get stuck, what our resistance is trying to communicate, and how to create more harmony between our productive drive and our need for rest and emotional processing.

Topics Covered:

• Why procrastination is often a power struggle between parts of yourself

• The hidden role of perfectionism, emotional numbing, and overachievement

• How energetic sensitivity and neurodivergence can impact productivity

• The connection between procrastination and emotional avoidance

• Using procrastination as a signal instead of a personal failing

• How to restore self-efficacy without resorting to inner bullying

• Tips for making peace with your to-do list and accessing flow

• Training yourself in smoother transitions between rest and action

• Using short-time commitments (like 5-10 minutes) to bypass resistance

• Creating sustainable structures that honor your energy rhythms

Key Takeaways:

• Procrastination is often a symptom of emotional tension or unmet needs.

• Your inner overachiever might need limits just as much as encouragement.

• Reframing procrastination as a call for balance can reduce shame and increase effectiveness.

• Emotional presence is more powerful than willpower alone.

• Graceful, nonlinear productivity is often more sustainable than forcing yourself.

Try This: If you're stuck on something, try committing to just five minutes of it. You might surprise yourself by shifting into flow—or learn something valuable about what support or timing you need instead.

Want to support my work and be supported by my team of guides? Check out my membership offer: https://www.patreon.com/practicalshamanism

Want more audio content from me? Check out my online academy at https://academy.handsoverheart.com/

Sound editing by Kevin Young. You can reach him at [email protected]

DISCLAIMER: The suggestions and information provided here are intended for personal growth and exploration. The content of this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or psychological treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

To learn more about me and my work, please visit my website at https://handsoverheart.com