Access Quote by Stanley Krippner
“Shamans can be defined as socially sanctioned practitioners who purport to voluntarily regulate their attention and awareness so as to access information not ordinarily available, using it to facilitate appropriate behavior and healthy development - as well as to alleviate stress and sickness - among members of their community and/or for the community as a whole.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Shamanism: An Introduction, 1992
Shamans are community-endorsed practitioners who alter attention to gain hidden insights, guiding behavior and health, reducing stress and illness.
In simple terms: Shamans use focused attention to help their community.
Key Takeaway
Practice mindful attention to support others.
Themes
spirituality
health
community
psychology
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- community health programs
- stress reduction workshops
- cultural preservation
Key Concepts
altered states
ritual
cognitive regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can altered attention improve well‑being?
- What ethical limits exist in shamanic practice?
A Different Perspective
May not be scientifically validated for all claims.
