Soul Shamanism Embody Your True Self – Himalayan Institute Yoga Center

A WEEKEND WITH YOUR SOUL

A Retreat for Deep Self-Discovery and Inner Connection

“I accept the great adventure of being me.” — Simone de Beauvoir

A Sacred Invitation

There are moments in life when something deeper calls—
a desire to understand yourself more fully, to move beyond old patterns, and to reconnect with a sense of purpose and inner knowing.

This retreat is an invitation to step into that space.

Guided by Janet StraightArrow, you’ll be introduced to a direct and experiential approach to self-inquiry rooted in an ancient Siberian lineage. Through guided practices and inner exploration, you’ll begin to access a deeper layer of awareness—one that brings clarity, connection, and a renewed sense of trust in yourself.

You sense there’s a deeper level of spiritual practice possible, but you don’t know it’s actually accessible. You feel called toward something, but you need a clear, grounded entry point that doesn’t require you to abandon everything you’ve already built.

Soul Shamanism is that bridge — from spiritual interest to embodied practice, from knowing about transformation to living it fully.

What You’ll Experience

This is not just a workshop—it’s a lived, experiential process.

During your time here, you will:

• Engage in guided inner journeys that help you access deeper levels of perception
• Learn a repeatable process for self-discovery and intuitive insight
• Explore the inner landscape known as the “Spirit Lake,” a reflective space that reveals patterns in your life, health, and relationships
• Begin to experience a deeper connection to what is described as the “Soul Twin”—a felt sense of your inner wisdom and support
• Practice tools that help you move beyond habitual patterns and into greater alignment and clarity

This work is both grounded and expansive—designed to be integrated into your daily life, not left behind when the retreat ends.

A Space for Integration

Held within the peaceful setting of the Himalayan Institute, this retreat offers more than just teachings—it provides space.

Space to reflect.
Space to rest.
Space to integrate what you’re discovering.

The supportive environment allows you to step away from daily responsibilities and engage fully with your inner process.

Who This Is For

This training is well-suited for:

• Practitioners in healing arts, coaching, or teaching
• Yoga students and meditation practitioners seeking a deeper experience
• Individuals in transition or seeking clarity and direction
• Anyone drawn to experiential, inner work and personal growth

Whether you are new to this kind of work or have years of experience, the practices meet you where you are.

What’s Included

• Guided sessions, lectures, and experiential practices
• A Soul Shamanism Divine Playbook to support ongoing practice
• Recordings of key teachings and guided experiences
• A post-retreat integration session (Zoom) with the group
• Ongoing opportunities to continue practicing and learning in a supportive community

What Participants Are Saying

“With humor, wisdom, and compassion, Janet guides you back to your true Self. You will be transformed on a deep level.”

“The work allows for healing that is both immediate and enduring.”

“I left feeling more centered, with tools I can use every day.”

“A powerful, safe space to explore and speak my truth.”

About the Teacher

Janet StraightArrow brings decades of experience guiding individuals through deep inner transformation. Her teaching blends ancient practices with a grounded, accessible approach that allows participants to engage directly with their own experience.

Begin the Journey

Many participants leave this training with a deeper sense of connection—
to themselves, to their path, and to something greater.

If you feel called to explore what lies beneath the surface of your everyday experience, this retreat offers a structured and supportive way to begin.

Preparation (Optional):
A regular meditation practice is helpful. Participants are encouraged to explore the introductory materials provided upon registration. REGISTRATION LINKS BELOW.

3 days, 2 nights, May 29-May 31.

The Himalayan Institute is located near where NJ, NY, and PA meet. Just off Rt 84, and Rt 6 in Honesdale, PA. The campus is beautifully set in nature, with opportunities for meditation, yoga, trail walks, and more. Tasty vegetarian meals provided.

This is a profound opportunity for spiritual growth, awareness, and connection beyond anything you might have experienced. Universal wisdom allows students from all traditions to relate to, experience, learn from, transcend, and deeply integrate it into their lives today.

Registration

Upon registration, Janet sends you a 75-minute recording with teachings and practice to prepare you for the weekend. The teachings and practice in this is recording a deep-level experience that you can grow with for the rest of your life.

Contact Janet for preparation, recording, and information. email

Tuition: $625, by May 1.

Limited class size.

Join us today to begin your journey; there is still space available. 

Tuition includes the entire weekend course and one additional night on Zoom, to be decided by the group.

Bring a friend, and you both receive $50 off tuition.

Payment options below.

Zelle 973-647-2500 Janet StraightArrow

Venmo @janet-straightarrow 973-647-2500

www.PayPal.me/JanetStraightArrow

Checks, reach out to Janet at 973-647-2500 or Email

Please reach out to Janet with any questions.

Link for accommodations at the Himalayan Institute, sign up on their website

If this date does not work, the same course is also offered by Janet August 28-30 in the Catskills.

How to continue your studies

There are ongoing Zoom classes to grow and deepen the journey and practices. We may start a new group for the current students in this class. See the bottom of the page for the advanced students’ experience.

Deepen and grow your practice with this next-level weekend training, October 23-25 at Art Farm in the lower Catskills, near New Paltz and Accord, NY.

Testimonials 

“With all I have practiced and studied, I found Janet StraightArrow’s work to be profound and moves me deeply. Everything is logical and immediately usable in every area of my life. Each person in the class is from a different spiritual healing path, and yet we were all on this path together. It is refreshing to have such a grounded spiritual teacher to take me on this new level of my journey.” Claudia, Yoga Teacher

“Working with the Spirit Lake and Spirit twin is a beautiful complement to all the healing work I do. It allows me to delve deeper into other work and experience healing that is both immediate and enduring. Janet teaches in a way that is sacred and safe, with wisdom and discernment that creates profound, lasting results.” Noemi, Psychotherapist

“The weekend was a learning about perception – moving out of my head and into pure experience. The tools of the art of perception were shared with clarity and power by Janet, and I was able to use them immediately to access life lessons during my Shamanic Journeys. Janet is truly a gifted teacher.” Amanda, PhD, Psychotherapist.

“This class brought me to a place of being more centered with myself. The personal insights gained from practicing newly learned journeying and breathwork techniques were a magnificent gift to myself, assisting me on my healing journey. These techniques are easy to learn and invaluable to all!” 

“My weekend with Janet was all about opening my mind, heart, and Soul. She created the space with her gentleness, insight, and warmth, allowing this opening to unfold naturally. I appreciate how she can cull wisdom from ancient practices and apply it to each student’s experience. A powerful workshop.”

 

ONGOING STUDENTS’ TESTIMONIALS.

“I have been in Janet’s Soul Shamanism Ongoing Group for several years, and these teachings have helped me navigate all aspects of my life by promoting deep personal healing, clarity, and vision for what I am co-creating with spirit. The work has changed my life, and I cannot recommend it enough. Kim Roche, Reiki Master, Many Healing Modalities, Astrologer.

Janet brings a rare blend of grounded wisdom and lightness to her teachings. She makes the deep work feel accessible and real, never too heavy or too precious. She doesn’t lead from a pedestal – she walks with you. Her presence is steady, spacious, and refreshingly human. Through her Soul Shamanism practices – which blend guided journeys, spiritual mentorship, and energy alignment – I’ve learned to return to my center again and again. Her work is rooted, clear, and practical. Over the years, her teachings have become a companion to all the modalities I work with – not the backbone, but a trusted ally. And to me. Her support has reminded me again and again of my own agency – the power I hold to welcome, release, and return to what’s true. I’ve come home to myself through this work many times – with more clarity about the role I play in my own life, and the love I want to lead with. With deep gratitude,” Jocelyn Bates, Art Therapist, Shamanic Energy Practitioner, Many more specialties.

“Janet’s teachings disintegrate old neural pathways and create new ones to break out of default ways of operating and living that have been the norm for generations and lifetimes. Her work lays the foundation for a new road for humanity’s future by merging ancient traditions and higher wisdom. Allowing the soul and ego to work in harmony and unveiling the truth of being.” Tara Villari, Astrologer, Healing Touch Practitioner, Shamanic Apprentice, More.