THE LIBRARY ∙ 150+ ESSAYS ∙ THREE DECADES OF WORKThe Wisdom Library
Not a blog - a body of work. Curated into Collections, organised by what you need
COLLECTION ∙ 01
Guided Journeys
Cacao, gong and shamanic ceremonies to meet every spirit guide within.
COLLECTION ∙ 02
Recipes & Rituals
Medicine at home - food, drink and small daily ceremonies.
COLLECTION ∙ 03
Sound Healing
The gongs, the frequencies, and how sound moves what words cannot
COLLECTION ∙ 04
Cacao
The heart-opener — history, medicine and the spirit of Mama Cacao herself
COLLECTION ∙ 05
Herbal Medicine, Plant Magic & Science
Monographs, remedies and the plants that teach as much as they heal
COLLECTION ∙ 06
Shamanic Healing
Practice, technique and the living tradition behind the ceremony
COLLECTION ∙ 07
Wisdom for Women
Hormones, cycles and the seasons of a woman's life
COLLECTION ∙ 08
Sorrell's Reflections
Letters, musings and the philosophy behind the practice
For the curious browser, rather than the seeker
The Eternal Student: Walking the Path of the Shaman, the Herbalist & the Sacred Craft
Sorrell Robbins on lifelong learning, teaching as a mirror, and walking the shamanic and herbalist path together — from sacred rattle making to herbal apothecary craft.
The Death of the Guru: Reclaiming Inner Sovereignty & the Animist Compass
Why losing faith in spiritual gurus isn't a crisis, but liberation. Medical Herbalist & Shamanic Healer Sorrell Robbins on animism, discernment, and reclaiming your own inner authority.
How to Find Yourself: How the Shamanic Path Opens the Door to Your Authentic Self
Why masking begins as protection but becomes exhausting, and how the ancient practice of shamanic journeying helps you soften the masks you no longer need.
The Joy of Solitude and the Healing Power of Sacred Connection
At almost 53, I am still healing. This is a reflection on introversion, self-acceptance, and the quiet power of solitude balanced with sacred connection.
Take the Reins this Year
The Fire Horse year accelerates change and exposes old patterns. Discover how to take the reins of your life with shamanic healing, ceremony, and Sorrell's 13 Moons journey.
When Animals Speak
Do animals appear in your dreams as messengers? Discover the shamanic wisdom of power animals and animal allies with Sorrell Robbins.
The Herbalist’s Way: Knowledge, Craft & Practice
Herbalism is learned slowly, through making, observing, and returning to the same plants again and again. This blog explores what it means to walk the herbalist’s way — a path shaped by practice, patience, and relationship rather than quick results.
Walking the Shaman’s Way
Step into a fireside conversation with Plant Spirit Medicine Woman Sorrell Robbins and discover The Shaman’s Way—a year-long, in-person shamanic journey around the medicine wheel. In this intimate interview, Sorrell shares how 13 moons of ceremony, plant spirit allies, Munay Ki rites, and small-circle community can help you heal old wounds, awaken your inner healer, and remember who you truly are.
Elder — A Guided Shamanic Journey with Gongs
Meet Mama Elder — the Wise Crone, Queen of Witches, guardian of the gateway to the ancestral realms. A shamanic gong journey to open her protection, sharpen your inner sight, and root you deeper into your own strength.
Awaken Your Inner Alchemist: The Magic of Making Your Own Flower Essences
We know that nature has a calming effect - science confirms what we’ve always felt: being around plants lowers stress, improves mood, and supports emotional wellbeing. But what if we could bottle that natural support and use it with intention?
Rose — A Guided Shamanic Journey with Gongs (Cacao Optional)
Meet Rose — the old friend of the heart, healer of grief and keeper of calm. A gentle gong journey into her medicine of softness, beauty and quiet strength.
What Is a Shamanic Ceremony? A Guide to Ancient Healing Rituals
Shamanic ceremony is a sacred container for healing, not "black magic". Sorrell Robbins demystifies what happens and what to expect.
Mugwort's Gift: Awakening the Feminine Shaman Within
What is mugwort used for spiritually? From lucid dreaming to shamanic journeying, Sorrell Robbins explores this powerful dream herb.
Saying YES to Your Inner Shaman!
From seeing fairies as a child to healing deep wounds through shamanism, my journey has been profound. Now, I'm inviting you to join me on "The Shaman's Way" – a summer immersion for women seeking transformation. This isn't just a course; it's a sacred portal. Discover soul retrieval, plant spirit medicine, Munay Ki Rites, and more in a nurturing circle of sisters. Read my story and learn how you can join.
The Heartbeat of Healing: Shamanic Drumming
Delve into the world of shamanic drumming as a healing modality and explore why birthing your own drum amplifies its power exponentially!
Soul Retrieval
Soul retrieval is a profound healing journey that can help you reconnect with lost parts of yourself, such as creativity, passion, and vitality. This ancient technique, often used by Shamanic Practitioners, involves recovering and reintegrating 'lost soul parts' that may have been forgotten or blocked due to trauma or life experiences.
7 Shamanic Healing Practices for Spiritual Wellbeing
From shamanic drumming to plant allies and ceremony — 7 accessible shamanic healing practices for spiritual wellbeing, by Sorrell Robbins.
The Medicine Wheel: A Journey Of Self-Discovery
The Medicine Wheel serves as a tool for self-reflection and spiritual growth. It can help us see our lives with greater clarity, identify areas needing healing, and navigate the world we exist in with a greater sense of inner-peace and outer-harmony.
The Chakras in Mayan Shamanism
In this Mayan system, there are 7 chakras in the body, plus the 2 sky chakras - 8th within our luminous body above our heads, and 9th in the great beyond.
Our chakras work best for us when they are open and spinning in a clockwise direction, the same direction as the spiral arms of the galaxies. Blockages in chakras or closed chakras can prevent us from being able to physically manifest our dreams and desires, heal and become whole, no matter how much physical effort we put in.
The Munay Ki Rites: A Gentle Path to Shamanic Power
What are the Munay-Ki Rites, what do they feel like, and what can they change? A complete guide to all 10 initiations, plus Sorrell's own journey.