hello hello everyone, i had several questions about the connection between shamanism and imitative kung fu forms.

traditionally, was there a way for the kung fu person to embody the spirit of an animal before performing an animal form? what does it really take to perform an animal form the shamanistic way?

is seven star praying mantis considered an imitative style?

i need to know these facts because im a Christian and i need to stay away from any shamanistic practices.