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What’s the meaning of friends

What’s the meaning of friends? Friendships mean different things to different people…and that’s okay. Generally, friends are often the first people that we turn to when things are good or bad; like when we’re feeling sad or have something on our minds, or when things are really awesome. Friends are…

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Topics: Mental Health, Relationships

I’m struggling in school, it’s all too much

I’m struggling in school, it’s all too much. Not doing as well as you expected in school can be really tough. You might be feeling a variety of feelings of disappointment, and confusion. I want you to know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Here are some suggestions that can help…

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Topics: Education, Identity, Life Tips, Mental Health

Is vaping good for a 12 year old?

Is vaping good for a 12 year old? No. Vaping or JUULing are not good for anyone, especially someone the age of 12. Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine, the same highly addictive drug in cigarettes. Some can even contain as much nicotine as a pack of 20 regular cigarettes! The danger…

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Topics: Intolerance, Life Tips, Physical Health

One thing about Native Spirituality

If you could tell the world one thing about Native Spirituality what would you tell them? Spirituality is personal. We all connect to our beliefs and traditions uniquely. However you chose to do, is the right way for you. Keep on, keeping on, Auntie Manda

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

I want to die because of the government are effecting my benefits and is making my mental health but i don’t know what to do?

I want to die because the government is effecting my benefits and is making my mental health unstable, but I don’t know what to do? Dear Relative, I am so sorry you are feeling like you want to die. I am so proud of you for reaching out for…

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Topics: Identity, Mental Health

Too scared to ask for money

What to do when you are too scared to ask for money but don’t want to upset anyone? Yeah, money’s a tricky issue and you’re right in thinking about wanting to make sure everyone feels okay about it. First, ask yourself if it’s an absolute necessity to ask for a…

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Topics: Life Tips, Relationships

I am a male and i am not used to being with girls

I am a male and i am not used to being with girls, generally I feel shy when they are around me. Can you help me overcome my shyness to have a healthy conversation with them? Talking to some you’re interested in can be intimidating, even for the most confident person. So, give…

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Topics: Identity, Mental Health, Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health

What is your take on consent?

What is your take on consent? Consent is a complex issue, but really import to understand when entering to relationships. Thank you for bringing this up. Consent is important to understand in ALL our relationships, romantic or personal. Most people think about consent in the context of sexual or physical…

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Topics: Relationships, Sexual Health

My grandpa was adopted out. I’ve had a hard time understanding my own identity.

Hello! I have a question about identity – my great-grandmother (who I grew up close to until she passed away when I was 13) is Algonquin Anishinabe from Timiskaming FN, and my grandpa was adopted out. I’ve had a hard time understanding my own identity. You are not alone, many…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity

Sometimes I couldn’t control my sexual thoughts and I masturbate

Sometimes I couldn’t control my sexual thoughts and I masturbate, but after this act I feel kind of guilty. So is this masturbation good? Thank you for your honest question. There are some crazy myths out there about masturbation being bad for you, like you will grow hair on your…

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Topics: Physical Health, Sexual Health

MORE FROM YOUR RELATIVES

What’s the meaning of friends

I’m struggling in school, it’s all too much

Is vaping good for a 12 year old?

One thing about Native Spirituality

I want to die because of the government are effecting my benefits and is making my mental health but i don’t know what to do?

Too scared to ask for money

I am a male and i am not used to being with girls

What is your take on consent?

My grandpa was adopted out. I’ve had a hard time understanding my own identity.

Sometimes I couldn’t control my sexual thoughts and I masturbate

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