In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, host Furkhan Dandia welcomes Mark Weisman, a self-proclaimed shaman with ancestral roots in the ancient Norse and Celtic traditions. They explore Mark's profound spiritual journey from ordaining as a Christian minister to embracing a shamanistic path influenced by his Norse heritage. Mark discusses overcoming societal programming to find spiritual and mental freedom. He shares insights on shamanism, integrating spirituality into everyday life, and the significance of small, incremental steps in personal transformation. Mark also emphasizes the need for a compassionate understanding of different spiritual perspectives and the hope at the core of human existence. Additionally, Mark promotes his show 'Whispers of the Norse' on Ethereal TV and his weekday morning affirmations on YouTube.\nMark is a modern-day \xdalfhe\u2202inn sworn to his ancestral God \xd3\u2202inn. As a former minister with the Christian church, he has studied extensively throughout the world and arrived at his cultural, spiritual home. With several advanced degrees, he has developed successful methods of dealing with PTSD and helping his friends build coping mechanisms to get back to their lives. As a sworn \xdalfhe\u2202inn, his primary mission is to use his gift from \xd3\u2202inn to help friends and family overcome their obstacles and see their way to success. Mark\u2019s easy-going personality has made him a favourite of young and old alike, as he never condemns anyone for what they believe and shows a way to help get through tough times. Offering a personal Security platform and a spiritual understanding, he produces a simplistic message of peace and hope.\n\n02:55 Introduction and Guest Welcome\n03:28 Mark's Spiritual Journey and Ancestral Beliefs\n04:17 Transition from Christianity to Shamanism\n06:57 Understanding the Role of a Shaman\n09:01 Personal Transformation and Spiritual Calling\n16:22 Exploring Different Spiritual Practices\n24:25 The Importance of Perspective in Spirituality\n33:24 Origins and Misuse of 'Heathen' and 'Pagan'\n34:39 The Problem with Labels and Boxes\n35:14 Shifting Focus: Personal Experiences with the Church\n37:22 Defining Religion vs. Spirituality\n41:23 The Human and Spiritual Journey\n50:53 Generational Trauma and Ancestral Context\n55:28 Final Thoughts and Resources\n\nSponsors of the Podcast:\n\nBetterHelp: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://betterhelp.com/ez10\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\xa0for 10% off your first month of therapy\n\nWeShape: https://weshape.postaffiliatepro.com/scripts/dcfogwyuk?a_aid=FurkhanDandia&a_bid=d7508fa8 for 35% all plans.\n\nAura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial\n\nPlunge: https://plunge.com/ez\n\nMint Mobile: \u2060https://trymintmobile.com/ez10\u2060 for 15$ for an unlimited cell phone plan\n\nMental: \u2060https://getmental.com/ez\n\n\nIf you would like to support EZ Conversations, here are all the ways you can do that:\n\nInstagram\u2060\u2060:\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.instagram.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\u2060\u2060Facebook\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://m.facebook.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060 \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nYouTube\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrqBp_zdRiIfBRV4wURSZ2A\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nLinkedIn: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.linkedin.com/in/furkhan-dandia-macp-mba-072a8a1ba/\u2060\n\nPatreon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060patreon.com/EzConversations\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nOr find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1\u2060\u2060\u2060\nSubscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices