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Can Metis people dance powwow? Specifically jingle?

Can Metis people dance powwow? Specifically jingle? You’ll find dancers have extensive Indigenous backgrounds. The first thing I would do is encourage you to get a mentor. This person can help guide you through all the things you’ll need to know about jingle dancing. They can coach you on dancing…

How do I start dancing jingle?

How do I start dancing jingle? Go you! The first thing I would encourage you to do is to get a mentor. This person can help guide you through all the things you’ll need to get started. They can coach you on regalia making, dancing with the traditions of style,…

I wanna make a jingle dress but need help who could I ask for help

I wanna make a jingle dress but need help who could I ask for help   The first thing I would encourage you to do is to get a mentor. This person can help guide you through all the things you’ll need to get started. They can coach you on…

Being Emo, and wearing dark clothes doesn’t mean I’m depressed, does it?

Being Emo, And Wearing Dark clothes does not mean I am depressed does it? I want to answer simply. No it doesn’t. The only thing that makes you depressed is depression. If that is something you are strongly considering, or are wondering about then I implore you to please seek…

I’m a transgender male and want to get back into dancing

I’m a transgender male and I want to get back into dancing but I’m not sure where to start. Any tips? Hello my Two Spirit relative, How exciting that you are looking to come back into the dancing arbor. It is an exciting time to be exploring this venture. It…

Setting boundaries with family…

Is it weird when your dad leaves the bathroom door open and calls you in to bring him something and you are a female? Dear Cheyenne, I am really sorry that you are feeling uncomfortable with your family member. If you feel weird or uncomfortable about it, then go with…

I’ve got a problem with the boys on my street…

Dear relative, I am so sorry to hear that you are having problems with boys on your street. Bullying and street harassment can be really hard to deal with, and I am sorry you are experiencing this from people in your community. Bullying and harassment is painful and can make…

Get over my light skin

I’m enrolled with my Tribe on the Yakama reservation, but I have light/white skin and it sometimes holds me back from doing things like dancing in powwows. Is this something I can come to terms with and defeat? Absolutely! The great and challenging thing is, that you’re the only one you…
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