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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…

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Topics: Activism, Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

How can I get my friends to be more interested in self-respect

Dear Auntie, I’ve been working hard to become the person I want to be, but I’m finding it hard be around other girls my age. How can I get my friends to be more interested in self-respect when they’re just interested in going to parties and hooking up with boys?…

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Topics: Identity, Mental Health

I just found my friend cuts herself and i also have struggled with self harm for a long time and I know how much it sucks when people point it out. Do i just wait until she’s ready to tell me herself? How do i talk to her about it?

You’re such a good friend for writing in and for reaching out for help for the both of you! Finding out that someone you care about has been cutting can be upsetting, especially since you have had similar struggles. It’s normal to feel confused, helpless, sad, worried, or mad, especially…

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Topics: Identity, Life Tips, Mental Health, Physical Health

I see posts on social media that sometimes worry me, but I’m not sure what to do

Dear Auntie, I see posts on social media that sometimes worry me, but I’m not sure what to do so I usually do nothing. Any tips? Well, you are definitely not alone. Over 80% of people on SM see posts that are related to violence, depression, suicide, and self-harm. So…

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Topics: Identity, Mental Health

Dear Auntie, I’m Apache but I would like to know what tribe my ancestor is from

Dear Auntie, I’m Apache but I would like to know what tribe my ancestor is from in New Mexico. I’ve asked all my family and received little info. The ancestor is my 3rd great grandfather and there is no record of what Apache Tribe please help thanks. Hey there! Happy…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity

How do I find my other tribe

Dear Auntie, how do I find my other tribe? I’m Kumeyaay and also what I suspect is Apache, but I don’t know. I would love for you to answer. Thank you. Howka! Well I applaud you for beginning your journey of discovering more about who you are. Where to start?…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

Are the Inuit people in Alaska, Native?

Are the Inuit from Alaska considered to be Native? Thanks for your question! I had to check with my friends from Alaska on this one. “Inuit” is a term used to describe culturally similar groups of people all across the Arctic, Alaska included. Inuit people live in the northern areas…

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Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Non-Native Allies

My mom thinks my dreams are stupid

Dear Auntie, My mom thinks my dreams are stupid and irrational just because I want to start a youtube channel or get into a student exchange program. She made a disgusted face when I told her what I want to be, or anything i think of which i really like.…

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Topics: Identity, Mental Health

My ex is depressed and suicidal, help!

Hi Auntie. I’ve recently started talking to my ex, to see if he’s doing okay, only to find out that he’s depressed and suicidal. I’m scared because he’s thought about suicide lately and I don’t want to lose him. Help. You’re doing the right thing now by reaching out. You…

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Topics: Identity, Mental Health, Relationships

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

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How do I stand with Standing Rock

How can I get my friends to be more interested in self-respect

I just found my friend cuts herself and i also have struggled with self harm for a long time and I know how much it sucks when people point it out. Do i just wait until she’s ready to tell me herself? How do i talk to her about it?

I see posts on social media that sometimes worry me, but I’m not sure what to do

Dear Auntie, I’m Apache but I would like to know what tribe my ancestor is from

How do I find my other tribe

Are the Inuit people in Alaska, Native?

My mom thinks my dreams are stupid

My ex is depressed and suicidal, help!

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

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