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How can I prove my lineage without my grandmothers help and become enrolled as Mescalero?

Hi Auntie. I’m Alicia. My grandmother is my last living Mescalero relative. I have asked her many times for information about herself and her father because I would like to be enrolled as Native Mescalero. She strongly refuses to talk about our lineage. How can I prove my lineage without…

Date posted: June 3, 2018

Why haven’t I been able to clear my mind?

Hi Auntie, why haven’t I been able to clear my mind? Hi, Thank you for asking this question. This is not an easy question to answer because there are many reasons why our minds become preoccupied with thought. I am also unclear as to what is occupying your mind. I…

Date posted: June 3, 2018

Are Indigenous people from Canada and Central America and South America allowed in Native American spaces?

Are Indigenous people from Canada and Central America and South America allowed in Native American spaces? Or is it meant for Indigenous people in the United States? Hi Carlos, Thanks for reaching out. Federally recognized tribes are considered sovereign nations. Reservations are generally open to the public. However, there are…

Date posted: May 23, 2018

Can you bead a condom?

Can you bead a condom? Good question. No you cannot bead a condom if you’re planning on using it for sex, though it may look pretty rad. You never want to put holes or sharp objects, like scissors or beading needles near a condom you’re planning on using. That’s because…

Date posted: May 22, 2018

I was able to track my DNA to the yaqui and apache, can I be recognized

Hi Auntie, I’m 50% native and I was able to track my native DNA to the Yaqui of the Sonora and the apache of Arizona, can I be recognized in these tribes even though I have no records since my birth mother and I were adopted? Glad to help you…

Date posted: May 22, 2018

My friend at school posted hurtful things on social media about me

My friend at school posted hurtful things on social media about me – for everyone to see. She is my friend and my class is really small – I’m in 8th grade – we stay together as a class all day every day. She’s the only Native in my class…

Date posted: May 5, 2018

How do I get in a relationship

How do I get in a relationship? There is no easy answer to this question because there are so many ways to meet people. When trying to meet people we should consider a few things. You have to put yourself out there to meet people. This can be scary because…

Date posted: May 2, 2018

Can I get pregnant by giving head?

I’m glad you asked because there are a lot of misconceptions out there on STDs and oral sex. If you don’t know the answer, you’re right in asking the question so you have the knowledge to protect yourself. The short answer is no, you cannot get pregnant from oral sex.…

Date posted: April 18, 2018

I have been vegan for about eight months. I have been looked down upon by the Native community. How do I approach this issue?

Question: I have been vegan for about eight months now because I know it’s best for the earth, animals, and my health. However, I have been looked down upon by the Native community because it is not traditional. How do I approach this issue? Thank you for your question. There…

Date posted: April 18, 2018

I want out of sex trade

Dear Auntie, I want out of the sex trade You are so brave for reaching out. No one deserves to be forced to do things against their will. Your next steps may feel full of uncertainty, but I want you to know that there are caring people out there who…

Date posted: April 18, 2018

Search Results

How can I prove my lineage without my grandmothers help and become enrolled as Mescalero?

Why haven’t I been able to clear my mind?

Are Indigenous people from Canada and Central America and South America allowed in Native American spaces?

Can you bead a condom?

I was able to track my DNA to the yaqui and apache, can I be recognized

My friend at school posted hurtful things on social media about me

How do I get in a relationship

Can I get pregnant by giving head?

I have been vegan for about eight months. I have been looked down upon by the Native community. How do I approach this issue?

I want out of sex trade

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