Feng Shui of the Ancient Self Foundations of Geomancy & Feng Shui in the Context of Shamanism with Anthony Ashworth

Is Feng Shui and other geomantic traditions the last vestiges of the ancient knowledge of the Shaman, or does the significant revival of these traditions herald the rebirth and salvation of shamanism?

In the light of a journey to discover the core similarities of various geomantic traditions and in an attempt to define a non-cultural or multi cultural geomantic system, Anthony Ashworth postulates this question and looks at the core archetypal foundations of the Feng Shui and Geomancy. What, if any, are the core needs and or beliefs of humanity, when applied to an environment, built or otherwise?

Ancient African Geomancy "Dogoto" to heal without medicine

China has a well-recognized geomantic tradition in Feng Shui. Most, if not all ancient cultures all have some kind of geomantic tradition. But what of the great, dark continent of Africa?

Anthony Ashworth went on a pilgrimage to his homeland Africa with the express desire to find out if the Africans, as a group of peoples, had any significant tradition in Geomancy or sacred space. He was more than surprised to find a living tradition as rich as China, Tibet or India. For this tradition, which does not have a name as such, Anthony coined the term "Dogoto" a Zulu word meaning to "Heal without medicine ".

Anthony will outline some of these rich traditions, myths, rituals and ceremonies of the African people, and draw correlations with the likes of Feng Shui. These teachings were graciously given to Anthony by Zulu Shaman Credo Mutwa, Africa's answer to the Dalai Lama and arguably Africa's most celebrated Shaman, "keeper of the knowledge, knower of the past and the future."

About Anthony Ashworth

Anthony refers to himself as an "Environmental Alchemist," working closely with his clients he brings together many aspects of the art of place making, with a deep understanding of subtle energy, healthy and healing design principles he creates the magic that is a "balanced" environment or home, he actively incorporates ancient energy systems such as Feng Shui, Vastu Shastra and principles of "Wabi Sabi" (the Zen of things) into his work. He is a qualified and experienced Feng Shui consultant/educator, Architectural and interior designer. He teaches Feng Shui, Vastu, Islamic design and The Zen of place at UTS university Sydney Australia.

I have studied and practiced many ancient Geomantic systems such as Vastu, Feng Shui and ancient Celtic systems, they are all brothers of the same clan, and although they do differ in some key aspects, they are really very similar in approach and share many key common values and ideas, I have found they can be effectively applied simultaneously to an environment.

ANTHONY ASHWORTH (Australia)
Chrysalis Dwelling Natural architecture
-Feng shui - Geomancy- Interior Design
"Anthony Ashworth" bejane@bigpond.net.au

Cathryn McNaughton

Cathryn McNaughton, who also travelled to Africa to visit Credo Mutwa and other African healers with Anthony, will co-present the "Dogoto" workshop. Beside bringing her perspective on Credo's message, Cathryn will discuss the five element theory of West Africa shared with her by her friend and colleague, Malidoma Some', author and medicine man of the Dagara of Burkina Faso. Cathryn will also talk about the great White Lion ley line that runs from sacred Zulu lands to the Sphinx in Egypt and what the reappearance of the sacred white lions may mean for us all.

About Cathryn McNaughton

With a background in psychology and psychotherapy, Cathryn has been a geomancer and space clearer for 15 years.   She has an international clientele and teaches in the UK & Europe in Feng Shui and Earth Mystery schools. Cathryn also has a counselling/mentoring practice. Because of her deep connection to the "unseen" realms, Cathryn has spent many years studying native wisdom and spiritual traditions. She has had the great privilege of travelling worldwide connecting with many wonderful teachers. Cathryn is also on the board of directors of an international women's peace organization. Cathryn is so looking forward to re-connecting with old friends and making new ones at the conference.