Additional Reading Related to Psychopomps, the Transition Between Life and Death, and Connecting with Spirit Guides
Awakening to the Spirit World: The Shamanic Path of Direct Revelation
by Sandra Ingerman, Hank Wesselman, and others. Sounds True, 2010.
A unique book on shamanism and shamanic journeying, in that it looks at the subject through the eyes of a number of well-respected practitioners. Good for both beginners and those with experience. Comes with drumming CD.
by Sandra Ingerman, Hank Wesselman, and others. Sounds True, 2010.
A unique book on shamanism and shamanic journeying, in that it looks at the subject through the eyes of a number of well-respected practitioners. Good for both beginners and those with experience. Comes with drumming CD.
Between Death and Life: Conversations with a Spirit
by Delores Cannon. Ozark Mountain Plublishing 2013.
Accounts from a past-life regression therapist who has acquired a great deal of first-hand information about what the experience of death is like and what lies beyond, as well as the important role that guides have to play in the transition.
by Delores Cannon. Ozark Mountain Plublishing 2013.
Accounts from a past-life regression therapist who has acquired a great deal of first-hand information about what the experience of death is like and what lies beyond, as well as the important role that guides have to play in the transition.
Death and the Afterlife: A Cultural Encyclopedia
by Richard P. Taylor. Santa Barbara: ABC-CLIO Inc. 2000.
One of my favorite sources of well-researched information on afterlife beliefs and other associated information from cultures around the world. Used copies are often available at a reasonable price.
by Richard P. Taylor. Santa Barbara: ABC-CLIO Inc. 2000.
One of my favorite sources of well-researched information on afterlife beliefs and other associated information from cultures around the world. Used copies are often available at a reasonable price.
Deeply
into the Bone: Re-Inventing Rites of Passage
by Ronald L. Grimes. Life Passages. Berkeley, CA: U of California P, 2002.
Based on a solid understanding about the dynamics of rituals, Ronald Grimes explores how to create meaningful contemporary rites of passage for such transitionally times as birth, coming of age, marriage, and death.
by Ronald L. Grimes. Life Passages. Berkeley, CA: U of California P, 2002.
Based on a solid understanding about the dynamics of rituals, Ronald Grimes explores how to create meaningful contemporary rites of passage for such transitionally times as birth, coming of age, marriage, and death.
Destiny of Souls: New Case Studies of Life Between Lives
by Michael Newton. St. Paul: Llewellyn, 2000.
Journey of Souls: Case Studies of Life Between Lives
by Michael Newton. St. Paul: Llewellyn, 1994
Numerous fascinating accounts from Dr. Newton's hypnotherapy clients about their experience of death and what occurs in the afterlife.
by Michael Newton. St. Paul: Llewellyn, 2000.
Journey of Souls: Case Studies of Life Between Lives
by Michael Newton. St. Paul: Llewellyn, 1994
Numerous fascinating accounts from Dr. Newton's hypnotherapy clients about their experience of death and what occurs in the afterlife.
Dreamgates: Exploring the Worlds of Soul, Imagination, and Life Beyond Death
by Robert Moss. New World Library, 2010.
Excellent book on dream tending, which includes exercises on how to to use the dream state to map out the afterlife, assist the departed, and make death your ally.
Other useful books from Robert include The Three "Only" Things: Tapping the Power of Dreams, Coincidence, and Imagination and Conscious Dreaming: A Spiritual Path for Everyday Life.
The Last Adventure of Life: Inspiring Approaches to Living and Dying
by Maria Dancing Heart, Bridge to Dreams, 2014.
Spiritual counselor Maria Dancing Heart offers stories, poems, prayers, guided meditations, and a number of other tools to help the dying and their families reframe the experience of death into a transformation - a new adventure in life.
by Maria Dancing Heart, Bridge to Dreams, 2014.
Spiritual counselor Maria Dancing Heart offers stories, poems, prayers, guided meditations, and a number of other tools to help the dying and their families reframe the experience of death into a transformation - a new adventure in life.
Life After Life: The Investigation of a Phenomenon-Survival of Bodily Death
by Raymond A. Moody. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2015.
Anniversary edition of Moody's classic work, which investigates the numerous similarities between over one hundred people who have been to the "other side" and returned to tell their story.
by Raymond A. Moody. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2015.
Anniversary edition of Moody's classic work, which investigates the numerous similarities between over one hundred people who have been to the "other side" and returned to tell their story.
The Light Beyond : Explorations Into the Afterlife
by Raymond A. Moody. Independantly Published, 2016.
Sequal to Raymond Moody's classic work, based on more than a thousand cases of adults and chhildren who have reached the point of death and survived to share their stories.
by Raymond A. Moody. Independantly Published, 2016.
Sequal to Raymond Moody's classic work, based on more than a thousand cases of adults and chhildren who have reached the point of death and survived to share their stories.
On Life after Death, revised
by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. Berkeley: Celestial Arts, 2008.
A collection of speeches and essays that convey Kübler-Ross' heartfelt opinions about death and the afterlife, including the idea that no one will have to make the transition alone.
by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. Berkeley: Celestial Arts, 2008.
A collection of speeches and essays that convey Kübler-Ross' heartfelt opinions about death and the afterlife, including the idea that no one will have to make the transition alone.
The Pagan Book of Living and Dying: Practical Rituals, Prayers, Blessings, and Meditations on Crossing Over
by Starhawk. HarperOne, 1997.
Classic book, useful to all, but especially those who do not align with one of the common religious traditions, and are looking for rituals, ceremonies, end-of-life guidance, and a general overview of the Pagan persepctive on death.
by Starhawk. HarperOne, 1997.
Classic book, useful to all, but especially those who do not align with one of the common religious traditions, and are looking for rituals, ceremonies, end-of-life guidance, and a general overview of the Pagan persepctive on death.
Shamanic Journeying: A Beginner's Guide
by Sandra Ingerman. Sounds True, 2008.
A very basic guide to shamanic journeying from a well-respected teacher, for those who may be new to the process.
by Sandra Ingerman. Sounds True, 2008.
A very basic guide to shamanic journeying from a well-respected teacher, for those who may be new to the process.
Shamanism As a Spiritual Practice for Daily Life
by Tom Cowan. Freedom: Crossing Press, 1996.
A more comprehensive introduction to core shamanism, including how to connect with animal guides, spirit teachers, and ancestors.
by Tom Cowan. Freedom: Crossing Press, 1996.
A more comprehensive introduction to core shamanism, including how to connect with animal guides, spirit teachers, and ancestors.
Singing the Soul Back Home: Shamanic Wisdom for Every Day
by Caitlin Matthews. Connections, 2003.
Approaching shamanism from the Celtic perspective, Caitlin Matthews offers instructions on how to journey to the upper, middle and lower worlds, connect with the ancestors, and become more comfortable with death.
by Caitlin Matthews. Connections, 2003.
Approaching shamanism from the Celtic perspective, Caitlin Matthews offers instructions on how to journey to the upper, middle and lower worlds, connect with the ancestors, and become more comfortable with death.
Some Folks Say: Stories of Life, Death, and Beyond
by Jane Hughes Gignoux. FoulkeTale Publishing, 1998.
stories and poems from around the world that are suitable for all ages and can help one reflect on death in a more friendly way. Used copies are often available.
by Jane Hughes Gignoux. FoulkeTale Publishing, 1998.
stories and poems from around the world that are suitable for all ages and can help one reflect on death in a more friendly way. Used copies are often available.
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: First Complete Translation
by Graham Coleman, Gyurme Dorje & Thupten Jinpa. Penguin Classics, 2007.
A new translation of this classic work with an introduction by His Holiness The Dalai Lama.
by Graham Coleman, Gyurme Dorje & Thupten Jinpa. Penguin Classics, 2007.
A new translation of this classic work with an introduction by His Holiness The Dalai Lama.
The Witch's Guide to the Paranormal: How to Investigate, Communicate, and Clear Spirits
by J. Allen Cross. Llewellyn Publications, 2022.
Written from the perspective of a Folk Witch, this book offers guidance on mediumship, clearing earthbound spirits, and the important art of cleansing and clearing a space.
by J. Allen Cross. Llewellyn Publications, 2022.
Written from the perspective of a Folk Witch, this book offers guidance on mediumship, clearing earthbound spirits, and the important art of cleansing and clearing a space.
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