Periagoge
Scenario

When non-Native partners seek inclusion in sacred practices

My daughter is dating a non-Native guy who wants to participate in our family's sweat lodge ceremonies and I want to be inclusive but something in me feels protective of our sacred space.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Balancing love for family members with protection of sacred traditions creates complex emotional terrain.

Your guide for this
Rumi
Rumi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Indigenous spiritualities — North America?”

Peri

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.

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