Ya’Acov Darling Khan - Jaguar in the Body, Butterfly in the Heart: The Real-life Initiation of an Everyday Shaman

PRAISE FOR JAGUAR IN THE BODY, BUTTERFLY IN THE HEART

Jaguar in the Body, Butterfly in the Heart is a magnificent adventure story that travels like an arrow right into the heart of what it means to be a conscious human being. Like all stories told with unflinching honesty and humility, this one has the potential to heal the reader, and help him or her remember who they really truly are.

DR CHRISTIANE NORTHRUP, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF GODDESSES NEVER AGE AND WOMENS BODIES, WOMENS WISDOM

Jaguar in the Body, Butterfly in the Heart charts the journey of a young man treading the path of an ancient vocation in a modern world. In his wise, funny and tender book, YaAcov Darling Khan writes of his teachers and experiences with compelling generosity and practicality, and lessons abound. Shamanic teaching that is accessible and divine.

SOPHIE DAHL, AUTHOR

YaAcov Darling Khan has written an exquisite and important book that places the great and deep work of shamanism in its rightful context in this critical time in human history. For too long, shamanism has been seen as a left-field weekend pastime that is divorced from the challenges that we face as a species. YaAcovs story of his 30-year initiation into the shamans world is an invitation for us to look deeply into what matters most to us and to find the courage to live from this place. YaAcovs book is vital for all of us who are ready to find the passion, dedication and courage to bring our visions to Earth and to leave a legacy for our descendants that we can be proud of.

LYNNE TWIST, CO-FOUNDER OF THE PACHAMAMA ALLIANCE AND AUTHOR OF THE SOUL OF MONEY

An important shamanic ritual involves dismembering and remembering releasing dysfunctional patterns of thought and behaviour in order to embrace beneficial new ones. Through this beautiful book YaAcov offers that ritual for a world of humans who need to rebalance and remember themselves and their relationship with all else. He sings the shapeshifters song; that song awakens a new dream, it manifests a new reality.

JOHN PERKINS, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR

As our world rocks with each new onslaught of unresolved human pain, there comes a bright light to remind us that we have resources far beyond our own: that we have help if we ask for it and that help is transformative. Written with integrity, authenticity and the flowing, addictive poetry of a born storyteller, YaAcovs book is a must-read for anyone who seeks to share in the bounty of the greater spirits of this world and beyond.

YaAcovs journey as a shaman began long before the current fashion for all things shamanic. When it comes to spirituality, many people talk the talk, but few actually embody the teachings in their day-to-day life.

MANDA SCOTT, TEACHER OF SHAMANIC DREAMING AND AUTHOR OF THE BOUDICA SERIES AND INTO THE FIRE

YaAcov Darling Khans journey reveals the hard path that goes from a sincere but innocent day-dreaming about shamanism, to the struggles, doubts, failure and eventual victories to be found for those who travel far enough and persist for long enough to discover the secrets of shifting consciousness, and then bring them back to the world of our everyday affairs.

What I love about him and the journey he shares in this book is that his passion for the Spirit has always been so strong, and was not broken when ego-driven fantasies were shattered again and again by the bitter-sweet kiss of everyday reality.

VICTOR SANCHEZ, RESEARCHER, AUTHOR, TEACHER AND FOUNDER OF EL ARTE DE VIVIR A PROPSITO (THE ART OF LIVING PURPOSEFULLY) AND TOLTECAS.ORG

YaAcov is a medicine man of the highest integrity. His shamanic skill and embodiment transcend culture to reach the universal place of humanity and spirit. One doesnt declare oneself a shaman, the people do. When we are in the rainforest together, the indigenous people line up for healings with YaAcov, who works side by side with the elder tribal shaman.

In his book, YaAcov demystifies the original vocation, one often shrouded in misperceptions and aggrandizement in modern times. As our current systems and structures break down, more and more people are turning to the ancient shamanic worldview of interconnectivity and meaning. Jaguar in the Body, Butterfly in the Heart provides a blueprint for how to authentically walk the path.

DAVID TUCKER, PACHAMAMA JOURNEYS DIRECTOR

As the first generations of Westerners who were taught by traditionalshamans and healers slowly matured through decades of practice, it was inevitable that gradually new forms of shamanism would appear. YaAcov Darling Khan is an experienced shamanic teacher who represents a shamanic practice that is thoroughly body-based yet spiritual, archaic yet contemporary. His words will inspire all those who follow the path of spirit.

DAAN VAN KAMPENHOUT, FOUNDER OF THE PRACTICE FOR SYSTEMIC RITUAL, AUTHOR OF IMAGES OF THE SOUL AND TEARS OF THE ANCESTORS

With self-depreciating humour, honesty and openness, YaAcov carries us with him as he weaves the story of his journey from youth to adult to elder. Writing with grace and love, he invites the reader to travel through the landscapes of his shamanic path. A compelling mixture of mysticism and down-to-earth living.

CHRIS ODLE, MEDICINE MAN

YaAcov is a masterful storyteller who takes you deep into his real-life story of magic, shamanism and a lifelong commitment to waking up! I have run joint workshops with YaAcov and can say without doubt that in both the dream and waking worlds he is the real deal!

CHARLIE MORLEY, LUCID DREAMING TEACHER AND AUTHOR OF DREAMS OF AWAKENING AND DREAMING THROUGH DARKNESS

I am totally convinced that in order to live something you have to dream it first. In Jaguar in the Body, Butterfly in the Heart, I discovered the most beautiful examples of how you can find your teachers and precious knowledge in your dreams and then in your life. Bravo to YaAcov Darling Khan for showing us that it is possible in such a beautiful and poetic way and encouraging every reader to look forward to experiencing this mystical path.

SERGIO MAGAA OCELOCOYOTL, AUTHOR OF THE TOLTEC SECRET AND CAVES OF POWER

If, like me, you think too many are jumping on the shamanic bandwagon, this book is about the real thing. It takes precise introspection, total humility and great courage to take the shamans initiatory journey. An entertaining description of a tough, exacting apprenticeship, this well-written personal odyssey takes the sham out of shamanism. An inspiring read.

DR EVA CHAPMAN, PSYCHOTHERAPIST AND AUTHOR

It is amazing how long it took this man to recognise that he was a shaman. If you have ever wondered what it takes to be a genuine shaman and what the shamans world is like, then this is the book for you. Brilliant and engrossing, it is a great read and a fabulous account of an inspiring journey.

PROF. JAKE CHAPMAN, AUTHOR, SYSTEMS TEACHER, DEMOS ASSOCIATE AND ENLIGHTENMENT MASTER

YaAcovs intelligent voice is clear and simple as he tells his astonishing tale of life, love and learning. I have been lucky enough to hear many of these chapters as they have unfolded in his life and have often been struck by his honest struggle to accept his real nature: he has now grown fully into that reality, and it is a joy to witness.

MATTHEW BARLEY, PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN

YaAcov Darling Khan is one of the leading lights in a remarkable reawakening of authentic shamanic practice in the West today. He is a rare emissary between worlds.