BUILDING CAPACITY
Today is International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.
Indigenous Peoples are tied to the land we live on and how we can live harmonious lives with nature. They hold the ancient knowledge that has helped civilization survive and thrive—whether through plant medicine, spiritual connection, and working with the land in a respectful way without depleting it. More on this below, but first:
These past few months have led me to some profound realizations surrounding the concept of capacity.
We are at an interesting crossroads as we witness our country and our world shifting in dramatic ways:
On one side, one might feel impassioned, fired up, and knowing that a change is needed.
On the other side, one might feel tired, exhausted from daily life, and therefore too low energy to stand any taller than you reasonably can stand.
I feel the antidote to the latter is for us to feel a tangible and felt sense of shared action towards a more peaceful existence. The way that we obtain this, is by finding ways we can connect deeper with one another and sharing resources.
As I continue to create art and refine my artistic voice, I am realizing my capacity to be a harbinger in the areas of life we tend to overlook, which is why I wish to connect all of us to the small and large ways we can extend our capacity to care for LIFE in all of its forms.
With that being said, I’d love to check in with my folks—you all!! I invite you to fill out a survey so I can get a temperature read on your capacity levels. I’m curious to know how you all are feeling, especially as we approach Mid-term Elections in November.
Today, I am showcasing the The Native American Heritage Association (NAHA) dedicated to helping Native Americans living on the tribal reservations in South Dakota. The state of South Dakota is home to some of America’s most scenic landscapes, the Badlands, and also the home to the poorest people in our nation. NAHA supports the Sioux people through medical, food, fuel, and clothing programs.
As I mentioned earlier, today we seek to acknowledge the World's Indigenous Peoples for their primordial wisdom, and is a call to action around supporting their right to maintain their traditions. The question is how can we help to protect their rights so they can maintain their distinct cultures and way of life—ways of life that support us all!
NAHA is proud to hold a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and the Good360 Circle of Good Award. These prestigious honors reflect our commitment to accountability, transparency, and making a measurable impact for Native American families in need.
Photo Credit: Joel Nunez
Photo Credit: Yasmin Cadore
Photo Credit: Carlos Junior
Photo Credit: Bill Salazar
Don’t forget a purchase of my work will produce a donation to The Native American Heritage Association (NAHA) worth 25% of the item’s full price! I hope we all learn something about Indigenous culture and how we help them thrive as much as us!
PS: Please share this with your peeps too!
Many thanks
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