by Lavertyt | Apr 13, 2021 | #MétisMindful
Our moon names and teachings may seem cute or flippant to some, but each comes with a wealth of knowledge and understanding about the world and how to live in it, Goose Moon is no exception. By mindfully watching and engaging with our relatives, our ascended...
by Lavertyt | Apr 6, 2021 | #MétisMindful
As the last of the Eagle moon fades away I am drawn to the teachings of cycles and the stories I have been gifted describing humans as a reflection of the natural world. Stories of the delicate balaans of ecosystems and all of their contributing parts reflected...
by Lavertyt | Mar 31, 2021 | #MétisMindful
Honesty is a very strong Métis value, and it has a different feel to it than the honesty valued by my European ancestors. I imagine that most cultures value truthfulness to some degree, and it is in the details of the culture and language that the nuances live. In...
by Lavertyt | Mar 23, 2021 | #MétisMindful
I am reminded by my elders that to “hold our ground” does not mean not to move, but to stay true to our values as we walk. This time of year is a time of celebration in my Indigenous communities. Many of my relatives are celebrating a new cycle around the sun and...
by Lavertyt | Mar 16, 2021 | #MétisMindful
This week marks the beginning of the first spring moon, a time of uncertainty and excitement which requires both the knowledge of generations and the bravery of youth. The Eagle Moon highlights the shift in temperatures and daylight hours which calls the Eagle back...
by Lavertyt | Mar 9, 2021 | #MétisMindful
As we look anxiously into the coming spring I am reminded of the importance of the present moment. Taking the time and pa iksitii (patience) to enjoy the processes of life was a common Métis way of being in the world. These precious last moments of this season have...
by Lavertyt | Mar 2, 2021 | #MétisMindful
As we wrap up a season and a cycle my teachers are feeling the pull of generational knowledge. Most of what we know and practice are understandings that have developed over hundreds of years and been passed on from ascended Grandfathers and Grandmothers. It takes...
by Lavertyt | Feb 23, 2021 | #MétisMindful
This week’s moon is known to my ancestors as the Great Moon. My understanding is that it is known as the great moon because throughout this moon, we are filled with hope for the coming spring and the start of a new cycle. In this time, la fors (strength) of our...
by Lavertyt | Feb 17, 2021 | #MétisMindful
In traditional Métis communities, Kiyam (let it go) was an expression of non-judgement that is extremely important to our ability to maintain peace. However, this word could use a bit of unpacking for clarity. When Cree or Métis people use the word Kiyam what they...
by Lavertyt | Feb 9, 2021 | #MétisMindful
In the Métis way, pishkaymitook (caring) for yourself and others is expected. It often begins by remembering that our lives and communities are interconnected in ways that stretch beyond blood ties to ecosystems that live and die based on the strength of the...
