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who are we?:
Ronald William Joseph Madson

Shamanic Biography 2011

I work to heal myself, to help others, and in so doing help to heal the world. I know many shamanic modalities, using them in service to those seeking help. My primary, but not exclusive, concern is the members of the LGBT community.

I am a Pipe Carrier, in The Great Basin, American Indian tradition. I hold a monthly Pipe ceremony. One role a Pipe Carrier has is to intercede on behalf of the people with Spirit, transmitting the needs of the people to Spirit through ceremony. I also conduct private Pipe Ceremonies for individuals.

I am a dream worker, using dreams to guide my shamanic practice. I help others to look deeper into their own dreaming. I accept apprentices in this work.

I believe that it is the duty of all shamans to speak the truth to power in care of the people.

I take the long view and believe what is done today affects the seventh generation forward.

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