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Youth Leadership to Address Mascots

Native American mascots are one of the more controversial topics when it comes to sports leagues today. Allies for their continued use argue that the representations honor Native cultures and peoples. Opponents say that they reinforce harmful stereotypes, damage the mental health of Native people, and contribute to the “invisibility”…
Categories: Identity and Native Pride, My Culture

Cultural Posers

The high jacking of a culture is when someone from the dominant culture (i.e. the most visible and accepted culture in a society) takes aspects of an oppressed culture (one experiencing any form of repeated or prolonged discrimination) without permission. Cultural high hacking can be seen in everything from hair…
Categories: Identity and Native Pride, My Culture

What is Trauma?

Trauma is a distressing experience that can impact us emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. Because everyone is different, potentially traumatic situations affect everyone differently. That is why it is important to respect each person’s experience. How Trauma Happens Trauma can happen when a person is involved in a situation where…
Categories: Mental Health Difficulties, My Mind

Healing From Trauma

After you experience trauma, it might seem like you will never feel better again. You might feel on edge and be reminded of the trauma throughout the day. It might impact many parts of your life. Fortunately, healing is possible. As with other things in life, there are many paths…
Categories: Building Mental Resilience, Cultivating Good Mental Health, My Mind

Honor Your Needs

To give yourself the energy you need when you face a difficult moment, focus on meeting your basic needs: Sleep – Create a calm bedtime routine and try to stick to a daily sleep schedule. Eating – Have regular healthy meals and snacks to give you energy. Relaxation – Pick…
Categories: Building Mental Resilience, Cultivating Good Mental Health, My Mind
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