S2 E21: Working with the Fairies: The Hidden Folk, Earth Stewardship, and the Power of Imagination

In this magical episode of the LightSong School of 21st-Century Shamanism and Medicine Energy Talking Stick Podcast, Jan Engels-Smith and Micah Schwader explore the fairy realm, the "hidden folk," and what it means to live in respectful relationship with unseen dimensions of the Earth. Jan shares teachings from Celtic shamanism, stories from LightSong's Vision Quest Practicum, and powerful experiences of working with fairies as stewards and healers of the natural world. Micah adds his own extraordinary encounters, including fairy sightings, vision quest dreams, and the deeper lesson that the more we learn, the more we realize how much remains unknown. Together, they discuss offerings, permission, imagination, owl eyes, nature spirits, dimensional awareness, and the importance of approaching the unseen world with humility rather than entitlement. This conversation invites listeners to soften their focus, expand their perception, and remember that imagination is not fantasy—it is a superpower. To view the photos of the fairies by Micah, click here. Learn more about Jan Engels-Smith and LightSong School of 21st-Century Shamanism and Energy Medicine at LightSong.net. Learn more about Micah Schwader and read about his memoir, Stumbling Into Grace: The Adventures of a Transgender Shaman at ShamanSezz.com.