#685 - Spirit Possession, Past Lives, and the Soul’s Evolution! With Helena Soholm, PhD

EVEN MORE about this episode!Step into the mystical world of Korean shamanism and modern psychology with Dr. Helena Soholm, a transpersonal psychologist and Korean shaman whose life bridges ancient traditions and contemporary science. Helena shares how altered states of consciousness and ancestral spirits guide profound healing, revealing how she balances her shamanic heritage with her upbringing and draws strength from a warrior spirit inspired by figures like Jesus and Buddha.In this powerful conversation, Helena opens the door to the mysteries of spirit possession, shamanic initiations, and ancestral guidance—sharing touching stories of spirits, past lives, and dreams that shape our soul’s evolution. From drumming ceremonies and near-death experiences to the predominance of female shamans in Korea, this episode explores universal elements of shamanism while offering a roadmap for personal and collective healing.Guest Biography:Helena Soholm, PhD, is a transpersonal psychologist and Korean shaman with nearly two decades of clinical experience. In her practice, she weaves indigenous healing systems with Western psychology to support people navigating the challenges of modern, technologically advanced societies. As a healer and teacher, Dr. Soholm guides soul and ancestral initiations through ceremony and ritual, collaborating with healers and artists across the United States, Asia, and Europe. Her shamanic work seeks to ignite collective healing from humanity’s colonial past while opening pathways for individuals to awaken to their deeper purpose on the planet.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Shamanic Healing and Spirit Possession(0:08:20) - Exploring Shamanism(0:24:43) - Cultural Shamanism and Healing Practices(0:32:24) - Spiritual Initiation and Shamanic Practice(0:45:46) - Exploring Past Lives and Spiritual Awakening(0:58:41) - Spiritual Guidance and Resources➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!🌟Follow on Instagram!Please join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.comAnd, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes.Sponsors & RecommendationsDisclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener’s actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.