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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…

Answered by Auntie Manda

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…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Intolerance, Life Tips

I’m 14 and I just found out I’m pregnant. I don’t know how to tell my parents.

Hey auntie. I’m 14 and I just found out I’m pregnant. I went to get a HIV test, it came up negative for HIV, but they said I was pregnant. I don’t know how to tell my parents. I’m 14 and in 8th grade. I don’t think they will take…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health

Are energy drinks bad for you?

Great question. Check out this video for the truth about energy drinks.

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Life Tips, Physical Health

Can you get a STD from oral sex?

Hey Christy. Well, I’m glad you asked because there are a lot of misconceptions out there on STDs and oral sex. If you don’t know the answer, you’re right in asking the question so you have the knowledge to protect yourself. The short answer is Yes, you can get a…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health

Can you get pregnant if the penis didn’t go in all the way?

Yeah. So what you arre describing is called the pull-out method. This is when the male pulls his penis out of the vagina before he ejaculates 27 out of 100 couples typically get pregnant within the first year, which isn’t very good odds. This happens because of what is called…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Physical Health, Relationships, Sexual Health

Does where you study matter?

Well, if you’re trying to study for a major exam while you’re out watching your little brother play for the State tournament…then ‘Yes, where youstudy definitely matters’. So where is the best place for you to study? Are you organized? Then “Read Here”: If you’re a person who has their…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Education, Life Tips

How can I be a healthy and productive Native person, when my community does not value me?

Dear Auntie, my family is unashamedly assimilated, I fall below blood quantum, and I have light skin and do not look native. I identify myself only as native, but am struggling with self-harm because my tribe will not recognize me as a tribal citizen. How can I be a healthy…

Answered by Auntie Manda

Topics: Culture and Language, Identity, Mental Health, Relationships

How can I stay sober when everyone around me is a drunken mess?

Dear Auntie, I have recently been clean for a few months now. But now the holidays are coming up. How can I stay sober when everyone around me is a drunken mess?? Hey there, I’m so glad you wrote in. Your best bet for having a clean, sober holiday is…

Answered by Auntie Manda

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