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A man and an eagle were flying one day, the man’s hair caught up in the flow and rhythm of the eagle’s vibrant wings as they flapped. The eagle and the man, together, seemed to make one whole spirit. For the man’s spirit was incomplete without the eagle’s surplus spirit…
Categories: Language, My Culture

Leaving Home

When you leave home—perhaps for college, or to move out and start your first real job— whether you are living with roommates, friends, or extended family members, the feelings of excitement, nervousness, or possibly apprehension can be strong. At first, it can seem like an adventure, but soon, you may…
Categories: My Culture, Rez Life - Urban Life

Legend of the Origin of Baskets

Long ago, there was a young woman whom we would call in our language “aiyaiyesh” meaning “stupid” or “lazy.” While all the other young people of her age helped their elders, the aiyaih girl would sit beneath the Cedar Tree, day after day and all day long, watching the world…
Categories: My Culture, Traditional Stories and Teachings

Long Distance Relationships

Long distance relationships can be any type of relationship, including family, romantic or a friendship. Benefits of long distance relationships. Long distance relationships can be as good as regular relationships. Some positive things about having a long distance relationship include: Space and independence. Not having someone living nearby can be…
Categories: Dating, My Relationships

Looking After Your Child

Because the first years of a child’s life are the most important (these are when people develop the most), it’s crucial that your baby is raised in a healthy and secure environment. Here are a few practical matters to remember as you become a parent: Have a place to call…
Categories: My Relationships, Pregnancy

Losing Your Virginity

It seems like everyone talks about sex; your friends, characters on TV, magazines, movies and maybe even your family. Sometimes it’s hard to work out what’s true, or what information you need to make a decision about having sex for the first time. It’s normal to feel excited or anxious…
Categories: My Relationships, Virginity

Maintaining a Happy Relationship

Even when a relationship is going good, it’s important to work at it and not take it – or the person you’re dating – for granted. The best way to keep a relationship strong, healthy and growing is for you to be aware of your own needs and expectations and…
Categories: Dating, My Relationships

Male Condoms

Condoms are thin sheaths most often made out of latex (rubber). Male condoms, also called external condoms, are worn on the penis while it is inside the partner. How effective is it in preventing pregnancy? Typically, only 13 of 100 couples will have a pregnancy in the first year in…
Categories: Birth Control, My Relationships, Sexual Health

Man in the Maze

“The maze is a symbol of life … happiness, sadness … and you reach your goal … there’s a dream there, and you reach that dream when you get to the middle of the maze … that’s how I was told, my grandparents told me that’s how the maze is.”…
Categories: My Culture, Traditional Stories and Teachings

Managing Relationship Pressures

When you’re in a sexual or romantic relationship, you might experience different kinds of pressure, either from within the relationship, or from other people. Relationship pressure can involve many different factors, including culture or race, age and maturity, family, religion, money, jealousy, mental illness, friends, living together, and sex. Feeling…
Categories: Dating, My Relationships

Masturbation

Most people do it – yet so many people worry about it! That’s because there are a lot of myths out there that masturbation is dirty, dangerous, or something to be embarrassed about doing. But the truth is, masturbation is a safe and healthy way to have sex, and it’s…
Categories: My Relationships, Sex, Sexual Health

Medicine Wheels

Medicine Wheels are a powerful intertribal symbol that represents living a balanced life. They are also known as Sacred Hoops, and while nowadays they are most often seen beaded or on t-shirts, originally they were large rock formations with spiritual significance, the oldest being in Big Horn, Wyoming. Each of…
Categories: My Culture, Sacred Elements
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