# Welcome to the Ancestor Wiki Hello! I'm [[Ari Nazem]], a self-trained shaman learning to [[Stages|grow up]] (transcend my ego), [[Dimensions|wake up]] (increase my awareness), clean up (integrate my [[Shadow]]), and open up (develop my [[Archetypes|archetypes]] & [[Intelligences]]). I also lead a small collective of other practitioners trying to do the same, using practices for the whole being - body, heart, mind and spirit. Through my practice I have been developing an evolutionary informed, easily memorable, and [[Integral Theory|Integral]] map of the psyche that I use to aid in my development and healing work. It's called the [[Metaphysics|Ancestor System]]. Currently, in June 2024, I am currently working on documenting the system here in this wiki. Once that is done, I look forward to sharing its wisdom in other formats - visual art, music, ritual, storytelling, videos, podcasts, etc - and seeking collaboration and community with others on the path. As of June 7th, I have finished writing up the [[Dimensions]] and the [[Intelligences]], in addition to many related topics that support understanding them. Plus, some other curios you can explore ;) In the meantime, I am also sharing some conversations that orbit Ancestor with some dear ones on [my YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@FUTRCIV/featured) in a series called The Playroom. I'm posting about one a week. May this work be in service of your journey! With my gratitude, and blessings. Ari