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
Let the Plants be your Teachers - a Guide to working with Plant Spirit Medicine
Did you know you're already a plant spirit medicine person? Uncover the profound connection we share with the plant kingdom and five simple ways to listen to their wisdom for healing and guidance.
Natural Herbal Support for Your Nervous System
Expore how various factors from temporary illnesses like the flu to the lingering effects of trauma, can throw our nervous system out of sync. But the good news is that nature offers a wealth of support! We explore the world of herbal remedies, highlighting how specific plants can act as allies in restoring balance and promoting emotional well-being.
Unlock the Secret Language of Flowers: More Than Just Pretty Petals
Remember that feeling of childlike wonder when you held a flower up to the light, marveling at its delicate beauty? What if I told you that beauty holds a hidden power, a subtle yet profound way to heal and transform your inner world?
Cleanse & Empower: Red Clover for Inner Strength and Finding Your Voice
More than just a pretty wildflower, Red Clover offers powerful healing properties for both body and spirit. Explore its traditional uses, understand its constituents, and learn how it can support your journey to wellness.
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 True Meaning of Plant Spirit Medicine
Plant Spirit Medicine. It's a term often tangled with the world of psychedelics, but its true essence runs much deeper.
Join me as I share my journey, from a sacred tobacco ceremony to a profound connection with a Holly tree, and explore the ancient practice of communicating with the spirit of all plants, not just those that alter consciousness.
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!
Sound Healing: How It Changes Consciousness and the Power of Gong
Sound has always captivated me, from childhood hymns to shamanic drumming. It's a powerful force for healing and transformation, a connection to something deeper. Intrigued by the science and the profound personal experiences I've had with sound healing? Want to learn how gongs and plant medicines can amplify its effects? My latest blog post dives into the world of sound healing, exploring its benefits, the importance of finding a qualified practitioner, and how you can experience its magic for yourself. Read more to discover how sound can shift your consciousness and bring you into greater alignment.
The Love Hormone & Cacao: The Perfect Valentine's Day Combo
This Valentine's Day, embrace the power of oxytocin and cacao to deepen your connections and celebrate love in its purest form.
Finding Your Way with Ayahuasca Microdosing in the Year of the Snake
Delve into the astrological significance of the Wood Snake year and discover how microdosing with ayahuasca can support your personal transformation.
Unwind and Detoxify
Are you choosing a ‘Dry January’? Perhaps following what may have been an indulgent December? For those of you making a conscious choice to detoxify at this time of year, I want to as unpatronisingly as possible, congratulate you and support you in your choice. Because I have been there many times myself.
The hardest part of detoxifying, especially from alcohol (and drugs) is not a physical struggle but the emotional one. So in my latest blog post I want to share with you my 7 favourite herbs for detoxing the body whilst supporting you with the types of emotions that arise as we detox. Read on to find out more…
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.
How to Prepare Ceremonial Cacao at Home: My Recipe and Ritual
In my kitchen, with Palo Santo smoke and a song for Mama Cacao — this is how I prepare a ceremonial cacao drink at home. My step-by-step recipe and ritual.
Resting in the Winter Light: A Yuletide Tradition
The winter solstice, the longest night of the year, marks a turning point. It's a time when the sun begins its journey back, promising longer days and renewed life. In ancient times, this pivotal moment was celebrated at Solstice, followed by Yuletide, 12 days of rest, reflection, and rejuvenation before we return renewed at New Year.
Vortex of the Heart — A Guided Shamanic Cacao and Gong Ceremony (Cacao Optional)
Journey through the vortex of your own heart into a magical garden of desire, release and possibility. A guided cacao and gong ceremony into self-love and manifestation, cacao optional.
The Medicine of Energy Healing: Reiki, Seichem, Hollow Bone and More
The Magic of Energy Healing: Reiki, Seichem, Hollow Bone and More. So, what is the difference and how does one choose which to work with?
Perimenopause - Herbs for a Smoother Transition From Maiden to Sage
It has been my life’s mission to understand how plants can heal us, and I want to share this wisdom with you, with 30 years of training and experience as a professional Medical Herbalist plus 10 years of my own perimenopausal challenges!
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.
Great Spirit — A Guided Shamanic Cacao Journey to the Upper Realm (Cacao Optional)
Meet Great Spirit — the one with ten thousand names, met in your own unique way. A gentle cacao and gong journey into the upper realm, cacao optional.