The documentary filmmaker wants to tell 'our story' but keeps pushing for more trauma details and seems disappointed when I talk about normal things like my job and my hobbies.
More people experience this than they realize.
Narrative extraction requires Indigenous people to emphasize pain over complexity to satisfy audience expectations.
“Where Are You with Indigenous identity and land?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.