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I feel like I don’t belong in my tribe

As someone who supports urban natives and advocates for their well-being, I understand the complexity of your situation and the sense of disconnection you’re experiencing. It can be challenging to navigate one’s identity and sense of belonging, especially when cultural traditions and teachings have not been passed down within the…
Answered by Guest Relative, Sutton King
Topics: Identity

I don’t feel very feminine – is it disrespectful for a woman to wear a ribbon shirt vs. a ribbon skirt? Would you have to identify as Two-spirit?

Hi there, Thanks for writing in! For these types of questions, I want to be transparent in that I may not provide a traditional, straightforward answer, but instead be here as support and validation in you coming to that answer yourself. 🙂 When it comes to these types of things,…
Answered by Cousin Asia
Topics: 2SLGBTQ, Culture and Language, Identity

Dear Relatives, I am trying to reconnect with my Choctaw culture. I’m transgender and I want to feel like a whole woman and a whole person. Do you have any advice?

Hi there, Halito relative! Yakoke for writing in – I always get a lil extra excited when I see other Choctaws reach out 🙂 Let’s see where I can support you! I definitely want to acknowledge what youv’e written, because there’s so much there – goodness. I want to give…
Answered by Cousin Asia
Topics: 2SLGBTQ, Identity, Intolerance, Mental Health, Spirituality

I am from what I know a primarily white woman with a 1/ 4 Portuguese mixed. I am definitely attracted to native men. I was with a Native American Women’s Riding club and who’s is the Sister club of red rum. I am drawn to the culture, traditions, oral history and want to learn more. I am single and would love to meet some Native men in my are that are actively involved with their culture. I know there are Native dating sites out there but not sure how that would be received. If I joined one would it be disrespectful as I have never taken a DNA test and know my full genetic make up. Thanks for your support

Hi there! Thanks for reaching out, glad to help answer your question. Firstly, it’s important to realize that your preference of attraction is totally up to you, and it’s something that’s personal to each individual. There’s no problem in wanting to learn more about Native Culture as well if you…
Answered by Auntie Manda
Topics: Identity, Non-Native Allies
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