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I just found my friend cuts herself and I also have struggled with self harm for a long time. 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…
Answered by Auntie Manda
Topics: Life Tips, Mental Health, Physical Health, Relationships

Dear Auntie, My uncle is going crazy and he is verbally abusive to my auntie and my first cousins. I’m scared of it becoming physical. I want them to move over here with me and they do too. How do I get them away from this?

I want to first thank you for having the courage to write this question. It sounds like you care for your Auntie a lot. They are going to need your strength and compassion during this time. This question is a difficult question to answer. There are a lot of different…
Answered by Auntie Manda
Topics: Life Tips, Mental Health, Physical Health, Relationships

Hey Auntie, Why is it so hard for me to find love as a teen? i dance, sew, bead and go ceremony but still fail to find a high school sweetheart or companion of any sort.

Hey there! Thanks for writing in. One of the hardest things for me to learn when I was younger was patience and trust. These are still lessons I’m constantly challenged with today. What I have learned is that my ancestors roll hard. I know they have my back and are…
Answered by Auntie Manda
Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Relationships

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StrongHearts Native Helpline is a helpline dedicated to serving the needs of Native American and Alaska Native peoples affected by domestic, dating and sexual violence. Their advocates are available 24/7 by texting or calling 1-844-762-8483 or by clicking on the chat now icon on strongheartshelpline.org. Their services are always free,…
Answered by Uncle Paige
Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Relationships, Sexual Health

Dear Auntie, I’m still a virgin but my boyfriend isn’t. We’ve been together for a long time and I think I’m ready, but I’m scared. What do I do? Will it hurt? How do I prepare myself?

Hey there, I’m so glad you wrote in. It’s normal to feel excited or anxious when thinking about having sex for the first time. Just remember that there’s no right or wrong time to start having sex – it varies for each person. A good first step is to talk…
Answered by Cousin Lael
Topics: Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health
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