Grandmother Work
I am an Anishinaabe Grandmother, now walking in the North Direction of the Medicine Wheel, a time of reflection on a life spent strengthening body, mind and spirit, gathering wisdom, learning who I am as an Indigenous woman, exploring the pathways of my Anishinaabe ancestors and now sharing all that I have gathered.
That is our responsibility as Grandmothers. In sharing, there can be a deepening of mutual respect and understanding between all people.
Offerings
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Keynote Speaking
road knowledge on Indigenous issues allows for creating interesting and engaging talks on a range of topics (Truth and Reconciliation. Indigenous Education, Residential Schools, Treaties, Historical Timelines) to suit the focus of any gathering.
Sharing Circle Facilitation
The focus of a sharing circle can be on a topic specifically being explored by the group or it can focus on any number of Indigenous topic. Storytelling and drumming will be woven into the circle
Wisdom of the Medicine Wheel
The medicine wheel or four directions circle of life is a foundational philosophy for many Indigenous nations of Turtle Island. It is an important teaching tool to understand our life’s journey on deeper levels.
Drum Circle Facilitation
Through the sharing of songs and the stories behind those songs, we can strengthen our connection to the oral tradition of the Anishinaabe people and the heartbeat of Mother Earth.
Living in Harmony with the Seven Grandfathers
In this gathering, available on request, we will hear the oral history of the Seven Grandfathers’ story and then explore the gifts they shared with us for learning to live a good life: Wisdom, Love, Truth, Courage, Humility, Respect and Honesty.
Spiral of Life Spiritual Retreat
This is a weekend retreat that I will be offering periodically, or on request, to share universal spiritual practices designed to strengthen body, mind and spirit. Meditation, energy work, breathwork, active dreaming, drumming, storytelling, sharing and co-creation of ceremony will be elements of this powerful transformational gathering.
Perspectives
Below are a collection of potential sharing points. But let’s co-create to fit your needs!
Educational Perspectives
• Identify ways that educational leaders can strengthen a sense of belonging for Indigenous students and improve their achievement and well-being
• Enhancing knowledge and awareness to the public about Indigenous cultures, histories and perspectives
Cultural Perspectives
• Recognizing the cultural diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada
• Understanding that there are 3 very different distinct groups of Indigenous peoples in
Canada-First Nations, Metis and Inuit
• Knowing that each group has major differences in histories, languages, cultures,
economies, challenges and ways of living
• Seeing the similarities in Indigenous worldviews which view the individual holistically- physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually, connected to the land and in relationship with family,
community and nation
historical Perspectives
• Sharing knowledge of the history of the complex and diverse societies of Indigenous peoples on Turtle Island, North America, going back thousands of years before European contact
• Understanding how historical events, such as residential schools, the Indian Act, treaties, wars, land claims and relocations continue to impact Indigenous communities and peoples today
• Learning how history was shaped by the significant contributions of Indigenous peoples, communities and leaders
Spiritual Perspectives
• Knowing that spiritual power is found in all living beings and elements including trees, animals, birds, medicines, water, earth, air and fire
• Understanding that life transitions such as birth, initiations and death all have spiritual rituals, practices or ceremonies that are a vital part of traditional life for Indigenous peoples
• Acknowledging that spiritual beliefs of Indigenous peoples in Canada have many similarities to universal spiritual practices and beliefs with the ultimate goal to become the best possible human being living in harmony with spirit, Earth and Creation
Grandmother Work
I am an Anishinaabe Grandmother, or Nokomis now walking in the North Direction of the Medicine Wheel, a time of reflection on a life spent strengthening body, mind and spirit, gathering wisdom, learning who I am as an Indigenous woman, exploring the pathways of my Anishinaabe ancestors and now sharing all that I have gathered. M
That is our responsibility as Grandmothers. In sharing, there can be a deepening of mutual respect and understanding between all people.
Offerings
Don’t’ see what you like below?
Let’s co-create together! Trying a new editor
Keynote Speaking
Broad knowledge on Indigenous issues allows for creating interesting and engaging talks on a range of topics (Truth and Reconciliation. Indigenous Education, Residential Schools, Treaties, Historical Timelines) to suit the focus of any gathering.
Sharing Circle Facilitation
The focus of a sharing circle can be on a topic specifically being explored by the group or it can focus on any number of Indigenous topic. Storytelling and drumming will be woven into the circle
Wisdom of the Medicine Wheel
The medicine wheel or four directions circle of life is a foundational philosophy for many Indigenous nations of Turtle Island. It is an important teaching tool to understand our life’s journey on deeper levels.
Drum Circle Facilitation
Through the sharing of songs and the stories behind those songs, we can strengthen our connection to the oral tradition of the Anishinaabe people and the heartbeat of Mother Earth.
Living in Harmony with the Seven Grandfathers
In this gathering, available on request, we will hear the oral history of the Seven Grandfathers’ story and then explore the gifts they shared with us for learning to live a good life: Wisdom, Love, Truth, Courage, Humility, Respect and Honesty.
Spiral of Life Spiritual Retreat
This is a weekend retreat that I will be offering periodically, or on request, to share universal spiritual practices designed to strengthen body, mind and spirit. Meditation, energy work, breathwork, active dreaming, drumming, storytelling, sharing and co-creation of ceremony will be elements of this powerful transformational gathering.
Perspectives
Below are a collection of potential sharing points. But let’s co-create to fit your needs!
Educational
Identify ways that educational leaders can strengthen a sense of belonging for Indigenous students and improve their achievement and well-being
Enhancing knowledge and awareness to the public about Indigenous cultures, histories and perspectives
Cultural
Recognizing the cultural diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada
Understanding that there are 3 very different distinct groups of Indigenous peoples in Canada-First Nations, Metis and Inuit
Knowing that each group has major differences in histories, languages, cultures, economies, challenges and ways of living
Seeing the similarities in Indigenous worldviews which view the individual holistically- physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually, connected to the land and in relationship with family, community and nation
historical
Sharing knowledge of the history of the complex and diverse societies of Indigenous peoples on Turtle Island, North America, going back thousands of years before European contact
Understanding how historical events, such as residential schools, the Indian Act, treaties, wars, land claims and relocations continue to impact Indigenous communities and peoples today
Learning how history was shaped by the significant contributions of Indigenous peoples, communities and leaders
Spiritual
Knowing that spiritual power is found in all living beings and elements including trees, animals, birds, medicines, water, earth, air and fire
Understanding that life transitions such as birth, initiations and death all have spiritual rituals, practices or ceremonies that are a vital part of traditional life for Indigenous peoples
Acknowledging that spiritual beliefs of Indigenous peoples in Canada have many similarities to universal spiritual practices and beliefs with the ultimate goal to become the best possible human being living in harmony with spirit, Earth and Creation