7 Acts of Native Self-Love
Go outside
Sit on the ground. Be still and just listen. Allow what is around you to bring you healing. That means something different for everyone
and may not come to you right away. Be patient. Hike, skateboard, ride a bike. Do what will help you connect to yourself.
Prioritize Healthy Habits Eat right Sleep well MOVE! See a therapist address your trauma Go to IHS for checkups, eye exams and dental care
SHARE A MEAL offer a hug Listen. Bringanofferingofgratitude. Learn
Harvest your medicine. Keep tobacco in your car. Define your personal ceremony and practice of prayer.
Carry a small amount of medicine in your book bag. Put a patch of fur in your pocket to touch for anxiety. Talk to your relatives. Ask for guidance. Go to sweat.
Medicine Medicine Medicine
Let it go. Don’t hold onto the toxicity that is attached to harm from others. You don’t have to tell someone "I forgive you." Do it. This includes forgiving yourself. You deserve grace Forgive Release bad feelings from your spirit and grow into love self-acceptance self-acceptance
Be a
mentor!
Spend time with young relatives.
Volunteer through your tribe.
Go to your tribal school cafeteria and eat with the students.
Always remember that young eyes are watching you.
Giving of yourself generates the type of love that gives back in so many ways.
It feels really good. It builds happiness.