BHS 375Creative Approaches to Well-Being

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Textbook: Ruiz, Don Jose. The Wisdom of the Shamans ISBN 13: 978-1950253395, This course offers an in-depth exploration of traditional healing practices, focusing on their roots as humankind's foundational spiritual traditions that persist in the present. It will examine diverse elements such as cultural cosmologies, the purpose and principles of traditional healers, and their role in fostering balance within communities. While topics like spirit journeys and culturally rooted practices will be discussed, emphasis will be placed on understanding and honoring these traditions as a pathway to holistic healing and community resilience. Students can expect a seminar-style course structure with interactive discussions, hands-on learning, videos, and a small written project.