In response to wishes and requests from our members, we have gathered some suggestions for how you can easily contribute to and engage with Sjamanistisk Forbund. Many have expressed a desire to support the community in ways that fit into a busy everyday life, and we have listened to this feedback. Here are some low-threshold opportunities for involvement that are suited to different life situations and capacities:
Spread knowledge and awareness
Several members have pointed out the value of raising awareness of shamanic perspectives in society. This can be done easily by:
Sharing posts from the community on social media. This is a measure that costs little time but has a great effect.
Telling interested friends and acquaintances about the community when it feels natural
Take part in activities
Many have expressed delight in the community's events and wished for more opportunities to take part:
Show up at local ceremonies and events when you have the chance
Take part in full moon ceremonies or solstice celebrations
An exciting opportunity that several members have suggested is to bring a friend or a small group to a ceremony. This can be an enriching experience for everyone involved and a nice way to introduce new people to the community's work. It is of course entirely voluntary and up to each individual whether they wish to do this.
Contribute to environmental protection
Members have emphasized the importance of caring for nature as part of shamanic practice:
Practice "everyday shamanism" by being mindful of the nature around you
Make environmentally friendly choices in everyday life
Take part in local environmental initiatives or clean-up actions if you have the opportunity and interest
Support the community's work
Some members have asked for simple ways to give financial support to the community:
Give your grassroots share (grasrotandel) to one of Sjamanistisk Forbund's local chapters if you play with Norsk Tipping
Spread information about the community's work for religious freedom and cultural preservation
Personal development
Many have highlighted the value of personal growth as a contribution to the community:
Explore shamanic practices and principles in your own life
Share your experiences and insights with other members when the occasion arises
Volunteer efforts
For those who have expressed a wish to contribute more actively:
Offer your help at local events or ceremonies if you have the capacity. This can be as simple as bringing something to share, helping to prepare the ceremony site or baking a cake.
Contribute your skills or knowledge where it may be useful to the community.
We at Sjamanistisk Forbund greatly appreciate all contributions, regardless of size. The most important thing is that you support the community's values and work in a way that feels right for you. We value the diversity among our members and respect that each person contributes in their own unique way.
This article is a direct result of feedback and wishes from our members. We hope it provides inspiration and ideas for how you can get involved at a level that suits you. Together we create a living and inclusive community where shamanic traditions can flourish and develop in our modern world.
Thank you for your engagement and for being a part of Sjamanistisk Forbund!
