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How do I stand with Standing Rock

Dear Auntie, how do I stand with Standing Rock against the Dakota Access Pipeline? Well, this has been the hot topic for quite some time, especially since Trump came into office and signed two executive orders that will allow further construction on the Dakota Access Pipeline and Keystone XL. Here’s…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Activism, Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

I really just need to talk to someone about "Indian Costumes"

Dear Auntie, I really just needed to talk to someone who could understand about this. I have an older Native Woman I really respected comment on a post of mine about “Indian costumes.” She told me she thinks there is nothing wrong with them and it isn’t fair for me…

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Topics: Activism, Culture and Language, Identity, Intolerance, Mental Health

Why are people not standing for the pledge of allegiance?

Why are people not standing for the pledge of allegiance? What is the reason? Hey there…I love people who are interested in current events. 🙂 Well, this all started August 26th, when an NFL player named Colin Kaepernick knelt during the singing of the National Anthem, rather than putting his…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Activism, Life Tips

Introducing Auntie Amanda

Hi everyone…it’s been awhile since I’ve done a video telling you more about myself. So for starters, I’m from the Zuni Pueblo in NM, which is a matrilineal tribe, meaning the family is traced back through the woman’s side and basically, she’s the boss. I have three brothers; I’m the…

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Topics: Activism, Culture and Language, Education, Identity, Intolerance, Life Tips, Mental Health, Non-Native Allies, Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health, Spirituality

What should I do this summer?

What should I do this summer? Hey there. Good question! So when I first thought of this question, I thought, ‘Oh, well I’ve got a list of things you could do!’ But, then I thought of how rare it was for me as a teenager to actually think about what…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Activism, Education

How should I talk to my school about wearing feathers to graduation?

How should I talk to my school about wearing feathers to graduation? I recently earned feathers for my school achievements, but I am afraid of asking if I may wear them because the staff might not understand what they mean. I have read about students who were not allowed to…

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Topics: Activism, Culture and Language, Identity, Mental Health, Non-Native Allies, Spirituality

How do I explain being Native to someone who’s only heard bad stuff?

Check out Auntie Amanda’s video response.

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Activism, Education, Life Tips, Non-Native Allies

What’s the deal with scholarships for Natives? Hook me up.

Dear Auntie – So what’s the deal with scholarships for Natives? I hear all the time that there’s all this money for Natives to go to school. Hook me up.– David Hey David, good question! Sounds like we’re both in the same boat. I’m planning on going back to school…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Activism, Education

Who is the person I can go to for an exercise program?

Who is the person I can go to for an exercise program? A good person to go to for an exercise program is a personal trainer or health and wellness coach at your local gym or fitness center. These types of physical fitness professionals will help you develop your own…

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Topics: Activism, Physical Health