Water is Sacred
"Water is sacred. It is the first medicine. Without water there would be no life." These are only a few of the statements and teachings…
The Importance of Ritual
All around the world and throughout time people have been engaged with ritual. Whether these ceremonies are elaborate or disarmingly simple they play a vital…
The Shoulders We Stand On
I've been giving some serious thought to a concept shared with me many years ago by a Native American Elder. They said, "We stand on…
Clearing the Air and Energy
Have you ever found yourself feeling overcome with emotion? Maybe you have walked into a room that feels like the air itself is pressing down…
Coyote the Wisdom Teacher
Coyote is spoken of as the trickster in Native American teachings. I've heard the elders tell many tales of his cunning and foolish antics. They…
The Four Directions of the Medicine Wheel (And How They Affect Your Life)
Do you want to better understand the wilderness along with your interactions and connections with Nature? Check out: We Are Wildness. Their mission is “to…
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A Gift of Fox Medicine
Each day I like to start my morning by being outside. Luckily, my balcony affords me a gorgeous view of the Briones, which are rolling…
Lessons of Summer, The South
The adventure continues! I had the chance to write another guest blog post for We Are Wildness. Their mission is “to help improve the health…
RED TENT MOONLODGE GATHERING: AUTUMN IMMERSION
Come and learn Native American Traditional Teachings regarding women, their "Moontime" and their importance within the tribe or community. Discover how you can apply these…
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Going Beyond a Walk in the Woods
A new adventure! I had the chance to write a guest blog post for We Are Wildness. Their mission is "to help improve the health…