What Shamans Know About Healing & The Human Journey (That We’ve Forgotten) | Alberto Villoldo
In this episode, medical anthropologist and shamanic teacher Dr. Alberto Villoldo shares the healing wisdom he’s uncovered through decades of studying with indigenous healers in the Amazon and Andes. He breaks down the core principles of energy medicine, neuroplasticity, and self-healing—and how we can integrate ancient shamanic practices into modern life. This conversation offers a practical guide for anyone seeking to reconnect with nature, unlock inner resilience, and live in alignment with their true path.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Shamanic Wisdom for Modern Times
This episode touches on various Shamanic practices and knowledge, which reveals how we can live our most aligned lives.
The Power of Prevention
Alberto shares that Shamans are the medicine people of the tribe, and the success of their mission is defined not by how many people they heal – but by how many people don’t get sick in the first place. Alberto reveals the importance of prevention, an often overlooked concept in modern medicine.
The Medicine Wheel: A Map to Inner Transformation
The shamanic medicine wheel is more than a symbol—it's a framework for awakening. Alberto explains how this sacred map guides us through cycles of death and rebirth, helping us shed old stories, reclaim our power, and step into who we’re meant to become.
The Future of Humanity
Most indigenous societies share this time is one of great transformation. Alberto expresses the importance of holding a positive perspective of the future and that we mustn’t get caught in fear, and rather choose to embrace the new.
