Mitakuye Oyasin

Mitakuye Oyasin The phrase translates in English as "all my relatives," "we are all related," or "all my relations." It is a prayer of oneness and harmony with all forms of life: other people, animals, birds, insects, trees and plants, and even rocks, rivers, mountains and valleys.
Type: All

Negative thoughts were treated by Cherokee healers with the same medicines as wounds, headaches, or physical illness. It was believed that unchecked negative thoughts can permeate the being and manifest themselves in negative actions. Wilma Mankiller.

thumb_up1thumb_downchat_bubble

Elder's Meditation

Elder's Meditation of the Day - November 11 "If you don't know the language, you'll only see the surface of the culture...the language is the heart of the culture and you cannot separate it." --Elaine Ramos, TLINGIT The Creator gave to every person their own special way to...See more

thumb_upthumb_downchat_bubble

Elder's Meditation

Elder's Meditation of the Day - November 10 "The battle for Indian children will be won in the classroom, not on the streets or on horses. The students of today are our warriors of tomorrow." --Wilma P. Mankiller, CHEROKEE The world is constantly changing. One of the strengths...See more

thumb_upthumb_downchat_bubble

Let us come Together and Pray.. Let the Youth hear the Calling of the Creator as the Elder did. Let us Dance in the the Circle and Pray Together as One... A'ho

thumb_up1thumb_downchat_bubble

~When one sits in the Hoop of The People, one must be responsible because All of Creation is related, and the hurt of one is the hurt of all. Buffalo Calf Woman

thumb_up1thumb_downchat_bubble

Elder's Meditation

Elder's Meditation of the Day - November 7 "Abuse and repression have no place in a traditional family." --Haida Gwaii, Traditional Circle of Elders Traditional families guided by their culture were taught how to live. The were taught about relationships, respect and...See more

thumb_up2thumb_downchat_bubble

Elder's Meditation

Elder's Meditation of the Day - November 4 "The honor of the people lies in the moccasin tracks of the woman. Walk the good road.... Be dutiful, respectful, gentle and modest my daughter... Be strong with the warm, strong heart of the earth. No people goes down until their women...See more

thumb_up1thumb_downchat_bubble

Elder's Meditation

Elder's Meditation of the Day - November 3 "A sundance woman is like the morning star, filled with spiritual beauty, wisdom and knowledge. Men and women are the most powerful of the polarities. We walk beside men as equal partners. It takes men and women who have respect and...See more

thumb_upthumb_downchat_bubble

Elder's Meditation

Elder's Meditation of the Day - October 31 "One is not born a Tewa but rather one is made a Tewa... Once made, one has to work hard continuously throughout one's life to remain a Tewa." --Alfonso Ortiz, SAN JUAN PUEBLO Being Indian is being spiritual. It is not the color of...See more

thumb_up1thumb_downchat_bubble

"Children are the seeds of our future. Plant love in their hearts and water them with wisdom and life's lessons. When they are grown, give them space to grow. -Native American

thumb_up1thumb_downchat_bubble

Elder's Meditation

Elder's Meditation of the Day - October 30 "My children, you have forgotten the customs and traditions of your forefathers. ...You have bought guns, knives, kettles, and blankets from the white man until you can no longer do without them; and what is worse you have drunk the...See more

thumb_up1thumb_downchat_bubble

Elder's Meditation

Elder's Meditation of the Day - October 29 "Mothers must protect the lives they have helped to bring into the world." --Haida Gwaii, Traditional Circle of Elders Every child is subject to the seeds each adult plants in his/her mind. If we plant praise and "you can do it", the...See more

thumb_up3thumb_downchat_bubble
Mitakuye Oyasin The phrase translates in English as "all my relatives," "we are all related," or "all my relations." It is a prayer of oneness and harmony with all forms of life: other people, animals, birds, insects, trees and plants, and even rocks, rivers, mountains and valleys.