The world is alive. It’s been calling your name.
So why aren’t you answering?
Of course, it’s not the kind of “spirit work” you see romanticized in books and movies.
There are no shortcuts, no costumes, no instant initiations.
But that doesn’t mean it’s not real.
It means there’s an art to remembering — and a discipline to walking between worlds safely.
And that, you absolutely can learn.
Not only do I want you to know how to journey and speak with Spirit,
I want you to build a living, reciprocal relationship with the sacred powers of the world so you can bring healing, clarity and meaning back into your everyday life.
This is the moment you stop seeking… and start practicing.
Hey there, I’m Donna.
I didn’t grow up talking about spirits or energy or any of that.
I was a straight-A student who planned to be a foreign correspondent — smart, skeptical, and determined to keep both feet on the ground.
Then real life hit: grad school, burnout, a body that stopped cooperating, and a medical mystery no doctor could solve. In desperation, I tried something different — and that something changed everything.
A holistic healer told me I needed to turn my whole life around if I wanted to stay alive. So I did. I started studying energy work and eventually found my way into a shamanic circle. Week after week, I sat in ceremony, learned healing, dreamwork, and the language of Spirit.
Those experiences cracked me open. They showed me that the sacred isn’t a theory — it’s a relationship. And when I went looking for a lineage that fit my own roots, I discovered the Hermetic and theurgic traditions — Western paths that carry the same heartbeat of living Spirit.
That’s what Way of the Shaman is built on: real-world experience, grounded practice, and decades of study across traditions.
It’s not performance — it’s a way to rebuild your rhythm with the sacred, safely and sincerely.
If you’re ready to learn what that means for you — welcome home.
What is the Way of the Shaman?
Way of the Shaman isn’t just a course — it’s a 13-week journey into living relationship with the sacred.
It weaves devotion and imagination, ethics and experience, ancient wisdom and modern practice into one grounded path of theurgic shamanism.
You won’t just learn about spirits — you’ll learn how to meet them, honor them and work with them safely and reverently.
Through weekly lessons, guided journeys, and a culminating rite of initiation,
you’ll discover what makes true spiritual connection possible —
and how to walk between worlds with clarity, humility and power.
Sacred Cosmology
Discover the living architecture of the cosmos — the divine, natural, and ancestral worlds — and how they interweave to shape your shamanic path.
Spirit Partnership
Learn practical methods for meeting, honoring, and collaborating with your allies — from divine and nature spirits to ancestors — through offerings, journeys, and devotion.
Ritual + Initiation
Conclude your 13-week journey with a guided rite of passage that anchors your connection to Spirit and marks your emergence as a conscious bridge between worlds.
Find Your Magic
Once upon a time, the world was enchanted.
People talked to stones and listened to the stars.
The sacred shimmered through the everyday.
But something shifted.
First, Divinity was banished to a distant Heaven.
The keys were kept by the few, and Mystery became dogma.
Then, the world was flattened. Spirit removed. Matter made lifeless.
And yet—
The Magic never left.
It’s been here all along, waiting beneath the surface.
In breath. In dream. In you.
Way of the Mage is about remembering. Reweaving. Reclaiming.
For anyone who wants to shape reality — with integrity and soul.
If you feel the call... it’s because it’s calling you.
Waiting for you to remember.
Inside the Way of the Mage
Why did I create this course?
Honestly? Because I love Magic.
Magic is the creative intelligence of the cosmos — it’s the spark behind every breath, every sunrise, every synchronicity.
And it’s waiting for anyone who wants to join the Great Work:
To materialize Spirit and spiritualize Matter.
If you’re reading this, I believe you’re one of them.
You don’t need permission to become a Mage —
just the right tools & a path that honors your soul.
Way of the Mage is my way of offering both.
So you can finally step into your practice, with clarity, confidence & heart.
Cheri
"I love the evolving process you do here, Donna. I have nearly been through everything once. Now I'm going back through for an even deeper dive. Everyday I read or listen and stretch my mind with your techniques. I love that I can play as much as I want, whenever I have time."
Special Bonus!
Initiation into the Way of the Mage
Initiation is a threshold.
Step across, and your path transforms.
At the end of the course, you’ll be guided to craft a personal ritual of self-initiation — one that connects you to the Hermetic lineage, anchors your intention, and marks your emergence as a conscious, creative wielder of Magic.
Not just more knowledge — a rite of passage.
Leonore
"I just wanted to tell you how awesome and worthwhile I thought the course was. It opened huge windows for me and I am so, so glad I enrolled."
What You'll Get in the Way of the Mage
Everything you need to stop circling & start practicing — with structure, support & a touch of enchantment.
This isn’t just inspiration — it’s a full toolkit to help you understand, design and refine your magical practice with clarity, soul & real-world experience.
A Framework
A fast, intuitive structure for understanding Magic & spellcraft — so you can begin using it right away.
Video & Audio Recordings
Stream each lesson on your computer or mobile device, or download & listen on the go.
Study Guides
Follow along with printable study guides designed to make note-taking & key-point reviews simple & effective.
Templates
Build your skills & track your progress with templates that support magical experiments, personal insights & practical integration.
Quizzes
Check your understanding as you go. Each quiz reinforces key ideas so you can feel confident you’re integrating what you’ve learned.
And More
From a searchable symbol dictionary to planetary hour guides, you’ll uncover magical surprises woven throughout the course.
Way of the Mage: The Road AheadÂ
Your magical journey unfolds week by week, guiding you through the core principles, essential skills, and sacred experiments of spellcraft — until the final rite welcomes you as a Mage in your own right.
Spellcraft: The Way of the Mage (Week 1)
Three Keys for Successful Spellcraft (Week 2)
Magical Techniques (Week 3-8)
Special Magical Situations (Weeks 9-11)
Living the Way of the Mage (Week 12)
Way of the Mage Initiation (Week 13)
Eileen
"Donna stretches her perceptions beyond the borders of time and space. She takes what they call in the tribe an 'eagle’s-eye view' and such vision is tremendously powerful. It is because of the extensive scope you can benefit no matter who you are or where you might be on the planet."
 Who is the Way of the Mage for?
The Way of the Mage is for any person who wants to live a more magical life.
Whether you've been practicing since birth or are just becoming curious about crafting a magical practice, Way of the Mage is for you.
Seeker
You sense Magic all around you & feel called to begin. You're ready for guidance, structure & a confident first step.
Acolyte
You’ve studied widely—books, spells & rituals—but it still feels scattered. You’re seeking a cohesive path to help the pieces fall into place.
Adept
You've walked the path and worked the rites. Now you're yearning for deeper mastery—something that weaves it all together and carries you further.
