How can indigenous healing practices help my chronic pain and stiffness?

I've seen how indigenous traditions work with the body differently than we're taught in the modern world. They don't separate pain from the whole person—the land you're on, the seasons, your breath, your ancestors. When I practice stillness, I'm not trying to numb or escape the pain. I'm listening to what it's telling me. Many indigenous healing approaches use movement that's small and intentional—nothing aggressive. They use plants, yes, but also ceremony, community, and time spent in specific places. The body holds memory, and sometimes healing comes from acknowledging that rather than fighting it. What I'd suggest: start with noticing. Where do you feel tight? What time of day? What were you doing before? Indigenous healers would ask these questions. Then find a practitioner in your tradition who can work with you properly—someone rooted in their lineage, not just selling techniques. Your body knows its own language; a good healer helps you listen.