Class Outline

I. Introduction

• Opening Question: "Have you ever felt a presence, a whisper, or an unexplainable pull toward your lineage?"

• The Role of Ancestors in Shamanic Practice

  • Ancestors as wisdom keepers and guides.

  • Why connecting with them is essential for personal and collective healing.

• What to Expect from this Class:

  • Understanding ancestral connections.

  • Practical methods to initiate contact.

  • A guided journey to meet an ancestor guide.

II. Understanding Ancestral Connection

• Who Are Your Ancestors?

  • Blood ancestors (direct lineage).

  • Spiritual ancestors (souls connected beyond lineage).

  • Cultural and land ancestors.

• How Ancestors Communicate

  • Symbols, dreams, and synchronicities.

  • Sensory experiences (smells, sounds, emotions).

  • The importance of deep listening.

• Healing the Ancestral Line

  • Addressing generational trauma.

  • Why some ancestors may need healing before they can guide you.

III. Preparing to Connect with Your Ancestors

• Creating a Sacred Space

  • Setting up an ancestral altar.

  • Using offerings (water, food, herbs, tobacco, or personal items).

  • The role of fire, smoke, and sound in spirit communication.

• Rituals to Strengthen the Connection

  • Daily ancestor acknowledgment.

  • The power of spoken invitations and gratitude.

  • Writing letters to your ancestors.

IV. Guided Shamanic Journey to Meet an Ancestor Guide

• Preparation

  • Breathwork to shift into altered states.

  • Visualization of a sacred meeting place (ancestral realm, tree of life, or fire circle).

• Journey Process

  • Calling in an ancestor guide with pure intentions.

  • Observing their form, energy, and messages.

  • Asking for guidance or insight.

• Integration

  • Recording what was experienced.

  • How to deepen the relationship with ongoing communication.

V. Closing & Reflection

• Sharing Insights (Optional for Participants)

• Next Steps for Strengthening the Connection

  • Continued practice through dreams, rituals, and meditation.

  • Offering gratitude to ancestors.

  • Recognizing and honoring signs of ancestral presence.

• Final Words: “You are not alone. Your ancestors have been waiting for you to listen.”