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How do I stop a cyberbully?

How do I stop a cyberbully who keeps bothering me and posting things about me that aren’t true? Alissa, I’m sorry you are being bullied. Bullying sucks and you don’t deserve to feel uncomfortable online, in school, or anywhere else. Thisis my advice- talk to a trusted adult (like a…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Education, Identity, Mental Health, Non-Native Allies

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…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Intolerance, Physical Health

How do I tell my grandma I like the boy she caught me having sex with that I still like him. How do I tell my parents I’m having sex?

Hey Victoria! Sounds like you are in a bit of a pickle and need some help, so I’m glad you wrote in. First off, I am and sorry about grandma catching you having sex. You can rest assured that you and your boyfriend are not the only people to have…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Relationships, Sexual Health

How do I tell people I am as Native American as American?

Auntie, how do I tell people I am as Native American as American, without being called a person who “doesn’t appreciate the ‘American’ lifestyle?” Check out this video for Auntie Amanda’s response.

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Spirituality

How do we deal with biases from teachers?

Wow! You’ve come to Auntie with a tough one, but I glad you’re thinking of ways to get a handle on the situation. It’s difficult to encounter biases on any level, much less on one where you are in a position of unequal power. This person is a teacher and…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Education, Non-Native Allies

How do you deal with people making fun of your size?

No one should be bullied because of their weight. When someone teases you about your weight it’s not your fault, and there is something you can do about it. Here are some tried and true tips for dealing with bullies. Usually bullies want to get a reaction out of you.…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Mental Health, Physical Health

What tips do you have for eating healthy?

*Sigh* These days there is sooo much hype around what to eat that it can get super confusing super fast. No fear though! Fortunately we can look toward our traditional ways of eating. To make it really simple – our ancestors ate a variety of whole foods that were close…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Life Tips, Physical Health

How do you know if you’re depressed?

I think I might be depressed. I guess my question is how do you know if you’re depressed? Is there anything that you can do about it? Sara, everyone goes through tough times at different points in their lives, and we all feel sad every now and then. But feeling…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Identity, Life Tips, Mental Health

How do you know if you’re in a good relationship?

Hi LaShaun, that’s a good question. The truth is that every relationship is unique, and everyone has their own way of knowing if a relationship is right for them. That being said, your relationship has a high chance of being a healthy one if you and your boy/girlfriend are: Communicating…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Identity, Life Tips, Relationships

How do you maintain a good relationship with a family member no one wants anything to do with?

Hi Windy, You are a girl after my own heart. It’s hard when you see someone in your family being ostracized and excluded from the very people who are meant to love and support them. Family can be so complicated, especially in tribal communities when the structure of our family…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Identity, Mental Health, Relationships

MORE FROM YOUR RELATIVES

How do I stop a cyberbully?

How do I stop my friend from using drugs?

How do I tell my grandma I like the boy she caught me having sex with that I still like him. How do I tell my parents I’m having sex?

How do I tell people I am as Native American as American?

How do we deal with biases from teachers?

How do you deal with people making fun of your size?

What tips do you have for eating healthy?

How do you know if you’re depressed?

How do you know if you’re in a good relationship?

How do you maintain a good relationship with a family member no one wants anything to do with?

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