Ancient Tools for a Modern World: The Power of Shamanic Healing w/ Ray Crist

Episode #110 - In this episode of The Awakened Heart Podcast, I sit down with Ray Crist, founder of The Jaguar Path School of Shamanism, Yoga, and Tai Chi.

After a thriving 20-year career in fashion and advertising photography, Ray’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in 2003. Determined to heal, he embarked on a journey that led him deep into the world of shamanic healing, traveling across Mexico and Peru in search of wisdom from indigenous healers.

Through a blend of modern medicine and ancient shamanic practices, Ray was able to heal and transform his life. His experience inspired him to create The Jaguar Path, a school that teaches others how to break free from conditioned behaviors, rise above collective programming, and step into their authentic power.

In our conversation, Ray shares:

*His personal healing journey and the wisdom he gained from shamans.
*The power of energy cultivation and how to harness it for health and personal growth.
*How to apply ancient practices like Yoga and Tai Chi to modern life.
*The importance of shifting from the “narrator’s voice” to a conscious, intentional way of being.

Ray’s teachings have helped thousands of people make radical life changes, find personal empowerment, and live with intention and purpose.

His work has been featured at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, Yoga Journal Conferences, Ubiquity University, and more. Join us as we dive deep into shamanic wisdom, energy healing, and the power of shifting our internal narrative.

Takeaways

*Common sense is often misunderstood and misapplied.
*The collective consciousness is shaped by individual beliefs.
*Social media can distort our understanding of right and wrong.
*Judgment is inherent in how we perceive others' opinions.
*Narrow perspectives limit our understanding of broader truths.
*The concept of common sense is loaded with societal expectations.
*We must question the sources of our beliefs and judgments.
*Collective beliefs can lead to a skewed sense of reality.
*Understanding comes from diverse perspectives, not just popular
opinion.
*Engaging with different viewpoints can enhance our common sense.

Sound Bites

"It brings forth uncommon sense."
"Where has common sense gone?"
"People's views are very narrow."

Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Connection to Greece
04:12 The Healing Legacy of Hippocrates
06:54 Nancy's Journey Through Cancer Diagnosis
09:39 Meeting the Shamans: A Turning Point
12:07 The Power of Personal Responsibility in Healing
15:22 Lessons from the Jungle: Hard Love and Healing
18:21 The Role of Surgery in Nancy's Healing Journey
20:39 Discovering Spirituality and Purpose
23:46 Becoming a Healer: The Call to Teach
26:18 Integrating Ancient Tools into Modern Healing
28:59 The Jaguar Path School of Shamanism
36:51 Integrating Spirituality and Shamanism
39:29 The Journey to Authenticity
45:02 The Impact of Historical Persecution
47:55 The Essence of Magic in Everyday Life
51:59 Empowerment Through Community and Acceptance
56:13 The Healing Power of Affection
59:40 Living with an Open Heart
01:05:33 Upcoming Opportunities and Community Engagement

CONNECT WITH RAY:

Website: https://www.jaguarpath.com/

Certification Program:
https://www.jaguarpath.com/shamans-9-month-certification-training

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ray-crist-2b49a844/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejaguarpath

Upcoming Retreats:

Yoga retreat
https://www.jaguarpath.com/jaguar-yoga-re-treat

Womans Wisdom Retreat
https://www.jaguarpath.com/womens-wisdom-retreat

Ancient Temples Retreat
https://www.jaguarpath.com/journey-to-the-ancient-temples-of-greece

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Keywords

common sense, collective consciousness, social media, judgment, perceptio