I grew up in foster care away from my tribe and now at twenty-five I want to learn our ways but everyone treats me like an outsider trying to play Indian.
More people experience this than they realize.
Systemic disruption of cultural connection can make authentic return nearly impossible, trapping individuals between worlds.
“Where Are You with Indigenous coming-of-age traditions?”
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.