In an age that often dismisses myths as mere fairy tales, the legends of Indigenous peoples preserve a treasure trove of wisdom that has lost none of its power. These stories are not an escape from reality but a deeper navigation through it. They do not tell of a distant fantasy world but of this … Read more
The deepest life journeys are often not geographic but spiritual wanderings between worlds – between tradition and modernity, between community and individuality, between the expectations of ancestors and the call of one’s own heart. This story is not rare but a profoundly human and particularly formative experience for many Indigenous people: the departure from the … Read more
In a world where tattoos are often understood as mere body decoration or personal statements, there are artists for whom every line is a prayer feather and every dot a lost word. This is the story of a traditional tattoo artist who works not only with needle and ink but acts as a knowledge archaeologist, … Read more
The ability to be self-sufficient has been preserved in indigenous cultures for centuries. Even in modern life, traditional techniques can help travelers stay independent, mindful, and sustainable. Whether hiking, traveling, or in everyday situations, these skills combine nature knowledge with practical use. Traditional Knowledge as a Foundation Indigenous communities developed tools, techniques, and rituals to … Read more
In many Indigenous communities, especially in remote reservations, access to quality healthcare is a daily challenge. The story of Dr. Thomas, who returned as the first doctor from his remote Cree reservation in northern Canada, is more than an individual success story. It is a powerful lesson about collective trauma, the transformative power of education, … Read more
Today, “nomadic living” is often marketed as a lifestyle: van life, digital nomads, minimalism. For Indigenous peoples, however, nomadism was never a trend. It was—and still is—a carefully developed way of life rooted in adaptation, knowledge, and deep connection to the environment. 🌍 Nomadism as the Origin of Human Existence Most of human history is … Read more
Amidst current societal debates about gender and identity, the world often looks with surprise at an almost forgotten fact: Many Indigenous cultures of the Americas have long known and honored people living beyond binary notions of man and woman. These individuals, known as Two-Spirit, embodied a third, often sacred, social and spiritual role. Their contemporary … Read more
When Indigenous economies are discussed, images of poverty or romanticized subsistence often dominate. Yet behind these narratives unfolds another, powerful reality: a wave of Indigenous entrepreneurs who combine traditional knowledge, cultural values, and modern business thinking to create not only economic success but also cultural renewal and community strengthening. These pioneers prove that Indigenous success … Read more
Between romanticizing images of wise medicine men and historical narratives of wars and displacement exists an often-overlooked reality: the diverse, complex, and resilient everyday life of today’s Indigenous peoples. While clichés continue to shape public perception, Native Americans, First Nations, and Indigenous peoples worldwide navigate a reality shaped by both – ongoing challenges from colonial … Read more
In a time of multiple global crises – climate change, biodiversity loss, psychological alienation – we are desperately searching for viable solutions. It is increasingly clear: The sole dominance of the Western, reductionist scientific paradigm has accomplished technical marvels but has also contributed to the problems we now need to solve. In parallel, the deep … Read more
