The term Shaman is a word from a Tungusic language (eastern Russia), and applied globally to native spiritual people.  Shamanic practitioners cross between the worlds of everyday reality to the spiritual non-ordinary reality, to bring healing and teaching from compassionate Spirits, for themselves, for others and for their community.  Shamanism is ancient and universal. All of us are decedents of people who lived in shamanic indigenous cultures. The shamanic world view recognizes Spirit in all things, and sees all things in nature as alive, connected and “equal”.  In shamanism, all people have direct access to Spirit for guidance and healing. No intermediary person (priest, guru, etc) is required.  Our Spirit Guides are compassionate, loving beings. They know us and they want to help us be our best, healthy, happy and whole.  You are remembering this work. If you believe in past lives (which is not necessary to do this work) you may see that you are simply remembering this work from your shamanic practice in past lifetimes. If you do not believe in past lives, then realize that you are remembering the wisdom of your collective unconscious, (or whatever  model works for you to explain continuity in the universe).  The Shamanic Journey is our method. We use drums to carry us across the veil, no drugs or plant medicine. This is you and your Spirit Allies, remembering who you are, on your sacred path.