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Kids are getting bullied at my school, what should I do?

Kids are getting bullied at my school, what should I do? Joe Hi Joe! Bullying is a tough, especially because it’s not always obvious when someone is getting bullied and whether it is your place to say something. But when we pay attention, we know when something is not right…

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Topics: Education, Intolerance, Mental Health

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

Is it okay to be jealous of kids who grew up immersed in their culture?

Dear Auntie, is it okay to be jealous of kids who grew up immersed in their culture, when mine was taken away from me at a young age? I happen to be a believer of feeling every emotion you experience, to learn from it, and then decide how it can…

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Topics: Education, Identity, Intolerance, Non-Native Allies

My friend is always texting while driving. What can I say to him?

My friend is always texting while driving. He’s had a couple close calls, but always laughs it off. What can I say to him? You’re right to write in. Here are three reasons why: 1. When you send a text, it’s like driving the length of a football field without…

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Topics: Intolerance, Life Tips

How would you represent yourself as a Native American to someone who thinks all Native Americans are the same?

How would you (me) represent yourself (myself) as a Pueblo Native American to someone who thinks all Native Americans are the same based on movie stereotypes?

Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Intolerance

I was sexually touched by my uncle…and I tell him to stop he won’t listen.

I was sexually touched by my uncle and I don’t know what to do about it. Can you help me with that he keeps trying to touch me! and I tell him to stop he won’t listen. First off, my heart hurts that you are having to experience this. Know…

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Topics: Intolerance, Sexual Health

How do I stop my friend from using drugs?

Wow! What a great friend you are! Before we start, give yourself a pat on the back for taking this first step; for being a true friend and having the courage to face this and your friend head on! Now, to get to it… this may not be an easy…

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Topics: Intolerance, Physical Health

I have friends back home that give me a hard time about leaving my rez.

I don’t know what to say. How can I shake it off? Dear “A,” people leave their reservations for different reasons… sometimes for school, a job, to travel, join the military, or to be closer to someone they love. I don’t know your reasons for leaving, but it stinks that…

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Topics: Identity, Intolerance, Mental Health, Relationships

I think I’m pregnant…I can’t talk to my mom about it….What can I do now?

I think I’m pregnant. I also had intercourse again about 3 days ago and I’m really scared. I can’t talk to my mom about it because she expects & thinks so highly of me. What can I do now? I’m glad you wrote in to get some help. Figuring out…

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Topics: Intolerance, Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health

There is this kid at my school that everyone picks on. Is there anything I can do to help him?

There is this kid at my school that everyone picks on. I think it’s wrong that people are so mean to him. I want to do something to help him, but I’m afraid. Is there anything I can do? Sugar, bullying sucks. And nothing makes Auntie’s blood boil more than…

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Topics: Intolerance, Mental Health, Relationships

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Kids are getting bullied at my school, what should I do?

Introducing Auntie Amanda

Is it okay to be jealous of kids who grew up immersed in their culture?

My friend is always texting while driving. What can I say to him?

How would you represent yourself as a Native American to someone who thinks all Native Americans are the same?

I was sexually touched by my uncle…and I tell him to stop he won’t listen.

How do I stop my friend from using drugs?

I have friends back home that give me a hard time about leaving my rez.

I think I’m pregnant…I can’t talk to my mom about it….What can I do now?

There is this kid at my school that everyone picks on. Is there anything I can do to help him?

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