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I just did the 23 and me test and I was surprised to find out that I’m a Native American/Spanish mix. What tribe are my ancestors from?

Dear Auntie, I just did the 23andMe test hoping I could learn more about my ancestors and I was honestly surprised to find out that I’m a Native American/Spanish mix. Is there a test that I can take that will tell me what tribe my ancestors were from? Hey, that’s…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity

What are the best places to study

Dear Auntie, I want to start off this school year on a good foot by getting better grades. Any tips for studying? Starting off with this goal like ‘getting better grades’ is a great way to start off the year. Something to think about is what kind of learner are…

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Topics: Education, Life Tips, Mental Health

I really really like this boy and my best friend is going out with him, should I secretly sabotage their relationship?

Dear Auntie, I really really like this boy and my best friend is going out with him, but I know she doesn’t like him the way I do. What do I do? Do I talk to her or him or secretly sabotage their relationship? Thanks for writing in. This is…

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Topics: Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health

I think I may be pregnant

Dear Auntie, I think I may be pregnant. I’ve been trying for a baby and I’ve started to have cramps that I don’t usually get a day before my period and craving a metallic taste as well as feeling sick however during sex today I noticed I was bleeding. Hey…

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Topics: Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health

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…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

What should I do about summer parties?

Dear Auntie, it seems like there’s a party every other day during the summer. What should I do? It can definitely seem like all that’s going on in the summers are parties, but there are a couple things to keep in mind: There are a lot of other scenes happening…

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Topics: Activism, Mental Health, Relationships

How do I deal with a friend who is being bullied on SnapChat?

Dear Auntie, how do I deal with a friend who is being bullied on SnapChat? Thanks for looking out for your friend. They’re lucky to have you. So SnapChat is a little harder to get help with bullying than say Facebook is because you can’t do it directly through the…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Mental Health, Relationships

My mom found my social media account, where I posted about being bi.

Dear Auntie – My mom found my ulterior social media account, where I posted about me being bi. She confronted me, while outing me to my entire family, and forced me to come out to my friends. None of them accept me. I was and am depressed and suicidal. Help?…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: 2SLGBTQ, Identity

How do I not look stupid but still be safe when it comes to fireworks

My friend almost blew off his finger last 4th of July. Any tips for not looking stupid while trying to avoid blowing off my finger? Well, more and more States are banning fireworks, especially during times of drought. Mostly, people are being encouraged to attend public firework displays instead of…

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Topics: Intolerance, Life Tips

Are there Natives in Alaska?

Dear Auntie, Are there Natives in Alaska? I’m glad you wrote in. If you don’t know something…it’s good to ask. To answer your question, yes, there are Indigenous people in Alaska. There are 229 federally recognized tribes in Alaska, while there are 562 federally recognized tribes overall in the United…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Non-Native Allies

MORE FROM YOUR RELATIVES

I just did the 23 and me test and I was surprised to find out that I’m a Native American/Spanish mix. What tribe are my ancestors from?

What are the best places to study

I really really like this boy and my best friend is going out with him, should I secretly sabotage their relationship?

I think I may be pregnant

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

What should I do about summer parties?

How do I deal with a friend who is being bullied on SnapChat?

My mom found my social media account, where I posted about being bi.

How do I not look stupid but still be safe when it comes to fireworks

Are there Natives in Alaska?

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