by Lavertyt | Apr 14, 2023 | #MétisMindful, Ethical Space, Lifestyle
As the shine shines on my face with more intent, the snow melts away and the flowers begin to bloom, we welcome the arrival of spring from both a Métis and a mindfulness perspective. Spring is a time of renewal, growth, and rebirth, and it offers us an opportunity to...
by Lavertyt | Feb 5, 2021 | Ethical Space, Lifestyle, Resources
Winter falls like a blanket, cold and dark, so the world can slow, rest and recharge. In many Indigenous cultures winter is a time of community and storytelling. During the long, cold nights, children were taught about their history, their spirituality, the creation...
by Lavertyt | Jan 28, 2021 | Ethical Space, Resources
As we shift into the time of Winter I am reminded of the myriad of lessons that accompany this season. On the medicine wheel that I am most familiar with, Winter is in white at the North of the wheel. This set of teachings belong to the wise ones who have lived a...
by Lavertyt | May 29, 2020 | Ethical Space, Resources
It may seem odd to begin a review with the work and words of an entirely different author, but these are unprecedented times and it is always recommended to start where we are at. In recent weeks, the work of Jody Carrington has taken the education world by...
by Lavertyt | May 4, 2020 | Ethical Space, Lifestyle
Across the prairies, life is unfolding a little bit differently than it has in years past. I hear the voices of chickadees and crows setting their boundaries as they always have, but the voices are a little clearer this time without the usual hum of traffic in...
by Lavertyt | Apr 1, 2020 | Ethical Space, Lifestyle
Recently and for obvious reasons I have had to switch from a face-to-face teaching style to an entirely online delivery. There are so many gifts that are unique to online classes, and at some point I hope to experience them (LOL). Until then, I hope that you can...
