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Face depression and anxiety

Hi, I’m from the Southern Ute and Jicarilla Apache tribe. I face depression and anxiety. I was wondering if you have a way of solving the depression and anxiety?” Thank you so much for writing in. I commend you for following your gut to get help. There are certainly things…

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Topics: Mental Health, Physical Health, Spirituality

For about a year now, I’ve been thinking I might be two-spirited

For about a year now, I’ve been thinking I might be two-spirited, but I have been too nervous to talk to my family about it, and I just don’t have enough resources to get more info on how to determine this, and I just have no idea where to begin.…

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Topics: 2SLGBTQ, Culture and Language, Spirituality

When ever something bad happens, I try to suicide, how can I get rid of this depression??

Whenever something bad happens, I try suicide. I try to make cuts in order to punish myself. Why does everything feel like everything happening is my fault and it’s not meant for me? How can I get rid of this depression?? STEP 1 – CALL SOMEONE IF YOU NEED HELP…

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Topics: Mental Health, Spirituality

I have wanted to undergo a gender reassignment surgery, but I’m worried that it will conflict with my beliefs

Hello Auntie, I’m struggling to balance my traditional ways and my non-traditional ways. I am going through a transformation phase in my life. I have wanted to undergo a gender reassignment surgery, but I’m worried that it will conflict with my beliefs. Hey there. I’m so glad you wrote in.…

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Topics: 2SLGBTQ, Culture and Language, Identity, Physical Health, Sexual Health, Spirituality

How do I preserve my native culture

Dear Auntie, How would I preserve my native culture, learn to speak my language and learn more about my culture/history? Hey there! I’m stoked that you’ve set the intention for learning more about your culture and where you come from. It’s important to know the community you already belong to.…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

My family are decendants of the indigenous population in Oaxaca, Mexico. My teacher said I am considered native american? Is this true?

Dear Auntie, My family are descendants of indigenous people of Oaxaca Mexico. My teacher said I am considered Native American? Is this true? I am very curious!? Hey there! Thanks for the question. Well, you’re teacher is in part correct. It sounds like your descendants are indeed indigenous to the…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

How do I stand with Standing Rock

Dear Auntie, how do I stand with Standing Rock against the Dakota Access Pipeline? Well, this has been the hot topic for quite some time, especially since Trump came into office and signed two executive orders that will allow further construction on the Dakota Access Pipeline and Keystone XL. Here’s…

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Topics: Activism, Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

How do I find my other tribe

Dear Auntie, how do I find my other tribe? I’m Kumeyaay and also what I suspect is Apache, but I don’t know. I would love for you to answer. Thank you. Howka! Well I applaud you for beginning your journey of discovering more about who you are. Where to start?…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

Introducing Auntie Amanda

Hi everyone…it’s been awhile since I’ve done a video telling you more about myself. So for starters, I’m from the Zuni Pueblo in NM, which is a matrilineal tribe, meaning the family is traced back through the woman’s side and basically, she’s the boss. I have three brothers; I’m the…

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Topics: 2SLGBTQ, Activism, Culture and Language, Education, Identity, Intolerance, Life Tips, Mental Health, Non-Native Allies, Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health, Spirituality

Friend’s posting things like FML

Dear Auntie, I’ve noticed my friend has been posting a lot about how he doesn’t belong, and saying things like FML, nobody cares with an alone emoticon. What should I do? You’re right for writing in and good on you for following your gut. It’s nothing to take lightly, especially…

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Topics: Mental Health, Physical Health, Relationships, Spirituality

MORE ON THIS TOPIC

Face depression and anxiety

For about a year now, I’ve been thinking I might be two-spirited

When ever something bad happens, I try to suicide, how can I get rid of this depression??

I have wanted to undergo a gender reassignment surgery, but I’m worried that it will conflict with my beliefs

How do I preserve my native culture

My family are decendants of the indigenous population in Oaxaca, Mexico. My teacher said I am considered native american? Is this true?

How do I stand with Standing Rock

How do I find my other tribe

Introducing Auntie Amanda

Friend’s posting things like FML

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