Eagle Owl – Pure Strength and Determination

The owl is an amazing creature, so observant, still, and determined. In this video we get a first-hand look at the eagle owl swooping in with talons extended.

The Owl as a Totem

The owl is a popular totem because of its size, strength, and keen perspective. Because of its visionary abilities it is identified with clairvoyant, the . . . → Continue Reading: Eagle Owl – Pure Strength and Determination

Hummingbird Moments – Fierce Spirits Taking Action

Sitting back on the sofa, feet up and laptop in place, I busily write. A series of chattering sounds shifts my attention and I look outside to see the darting about of two or more hummingbirds in the dance called “This is mine”. It’s challenging to get a close enough look at these hummingbirds when they . . . → Continue Reading: Hummingbird Moments – Fierce Spirits Taking Action

Signs of an Eagle – Greater Independence

At this time of the year we bring focus to our land and our independence. The sign of an eagle is symbolic of honor and upholding the beliefs that make a country great. How do we build upon that foundation, and maintain a level of support around us? By sharing stories of honor, bridging our way . . . → Continue Reading: Signs of an Eagle – Greater Independence

Is it a Sign? When Nature Intrudes into our Mental World

Our lives in these modern times offers so much, but it is also quite removed from nature. For the most part we go through life engaged in the interactivity and awareness of the human world at a frequency that is very different than the pace in nature. Most of our “hunting” and “guarding” these days tends . . . → Continue Reading: Is it a Sign? When Nature Intrudes into our Mental World

Raven Symbol – A Sign with Spiritual Meaning

The day was one of exploration, not of nature in the sense of trees and animals, but in human nature. It was the day of the Banff film festival in a local town, and as we walked the streets in anticipation we came upon shops of all nature as well.

One that peeked my interest was an . . . → Continue Reading: Raven Symbol – A Sign with Spiritual Meaning

Animal Spirits and Power Animals

Travel anywhere in the world and you will find ancient cultures who have honored animals as totem spirits. Even those who claim that they have no ties to old-world culture still admire strength and courage. Look around and you will see sports teams named after powerful animals. Vehicles bear names that have endured as choice . . . → Continue Reading: Animal Spirits and Power Animals

Tales of the Hummingbird Spirit – A Symbol and Sign

Stories can be found in old books and new of the magical perception of the hummingbird. One story of the symbolic hummingbird spirit was published in 1904 in the book “The Stories of El Dorado”. In this book I discovered a brief passage that spoke of the hummingbird as a sign and guide to . . . → Continue Reading: Tales of the Hummingbird Spirit – A Symbol and Sign

Where do I Start Today?

Where do I begin? What better place than within. Do we actually listen to the beating of our own heart? Even if we treat this reference as symbolic we can still find intuitive or spiritual meaning. . . . → Continue Reading: Where do I Start Today?

Welcome to Hummingbird Shaman

"Welcome to Hummingbird Shaman™.
This site is dedicated to exploring our individual abilities and choices by honoring those traits in the world around us."

Author Estee Taschereau brings over 30 years of introspect and spiritual studies to guide individuals to their own light through healing sessions, workshops and writings.

"One of our greatest tools is the story. As we step outside our comfort zone and day-to-day perceptions we expand our consciousness in ways that express the depth of our soul". Hummingbird Shaman is an expression of taking that step, and seeing our world and our selves in a new light. It is only through our divinity that we Walk with Wings™"

Private phone sessions are available by appointment.