Learn to Sing Your
power song by Rev. Sunemaura O’Brien
Sitting in my garden in the early morning, I feel the Earth breathe under my feet. The breath moves through me and my power song stirs within me. The song flows up from my belly and I begin to sing, softly at first, and then a little louder. Soon I am singing with all of my heart and the garden seems to be singing with me. I feel strengthened, nourished and empowered by my song. The “power song” is a shamanic practice. Shamanism is the oldest spiritual practice known to humans. It is practiced by individuals of all religions and cultures. In shamanic practice, we rely on our own experiences with nature and with the Divine to give us information and strength. The power song is a private song unique to each of us. It is a practice meant for everyone, not just for singers. We sing our power songs before we do any kind of spiritual work such as healing, prayer or ceremony to create sacred space and enhance our personal power. We sing our songs to help us develop our voices, to help us learn to speak our personal truths or do creative work. We sing our songs to strengthen us in making choices which create our happiest and most fulfilling lives. To receive a power song, spend time alone in nature
or another place that feels sacred and safe. It is important to be alone, as this song is only yours and must not be influenced by another person. Most of us are a little shy about singing in front of others. Be in this space with an open frame of mind and heart. Have the intention of receiving a song. In time, a few words or a tune will begin to come to you. Begin to sing and let the song gently take over. A power song is usually a very simple melody with very simple lyrics. Sometimes there are no words at all, but only sounds. Accept and enjoy what is given. Singing our power songs helps us sing the song of our souls, illuminating our paths and encouraging us to share our individual gifts with the world. Rev. Sunemaura O’Brien is a spiritual healer and teacher dedicated to supporting individuals in opening doors to authenticity and joy. She is an ordained minister and teacher with the Sacred Earth Ministry. She is co-facilitator and co-founder of the Sacred Earth Center, an interfaith chapel and healing center in Gainesville, Florida. She can be reached by emailing sacredearthcenter@yahoo.com, calling 352-275-8537 or visiting http://sacredearthcenter.org. Please see ad this page and color ad column two, page 65.
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