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Weddings, Ceremonies and Celebrations More Meaningful with Modern Shaman

Spiritual Messenger and modern shaman Laine Cunningham brings a unique and powerful perspective to weddings, wakes and other milestones. As an ordained interfaith minister, she is qualified to lead any of the events from start to finish. Her participation can also be blended into larger programs in a way that respects the spiritual beliefs of all nations.

For the past ten years, Cunningham has used the thoughts, perspectives and views of ancient cultures to solve modern issues. Her work began when she realized that the storytelling she performed at spiritual and educational organizations had a unique impact. “Since the ancient ideas tackle relationships and human behavior head-on, they speak to modern audiences with unusual power,” she says.

Cunningham began to work with the cultural and traditional ideas more directly. By distilling these concepts into easy, accessible language, she was able to help people with different issues. “Relationships are a big area…lovers, friends and family, neighbors and coworkers are all helped by these ancient concepts,” she says.

She was ordained and achieved the Master level in Huna, a Hawaiian system of shamanic energy work. She was also certified in crystal and stone work while continuing her studies of different cultural beliefs. From there her work naturally progressed to assisting with the ceremonies and celebrations that mark life milestones.

Weddings are, of course, a popular area. Since she is an ordained minister, she can legally officiate. For those who want a more traditional exchange of vows, Cunningham can be brought in at any point during the wedding or the dinner.

Previously committed couples have the opportunity to reaffirm their vows with deeply moving ceremonies. Hawaiian conch blowing and lei exchange, Celtic hand-fasting, Native American blanket ritual, Hindu fire sacrifice, Australian Aboriginal gift exchange and other options can be combined as the couple sees fit.

This intermixing of components creates a new dynamic that respects the oldest ways that survive in our modern, interconnected world. This approach is unique because it integrates old and new energies. Cunningham believes it is an important way for today’s spiritual seekers to connect with the divine universal flow.

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