Each October, Indigenous Peoples’ Day invites us to pause, reflect, and honor the original stewards of these lands: the First Peoples. Their wisdom, resilience, and relational ways of living continue to guide us toward deeper healing and wholeness. It is more than a day of remembrance. It is a call to re-member; to piece back together what colonization fragmented, and to reclaim the sacred ways of being in relationship that Indigenous communities have carried for millennia.

One of the most profound teachings shared by many Indigenous cultures is the understanding of relatives. This concept is far more broad and interconnected than the Western notion of “family.” In many Indigenous worldviews, all of life is kin. Rivers, mountains, cedar trees, stars, salmon, ancestors, and

In our fast-paced, high-pressure world, many people are searching for tools that go beyond traditional talk therapy. People are searching for approaches that help them not just think differently, but feel differently. One of the most effective and accessible tools is Tapping, also known as Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT).

Tapping is a simple, evidence-based practice that combines modern psychology with ancient principles of Chinese medicine. By gently tapping on specific acupressure points on the body while focusing on a thought, feeling, or memory, EFT helps regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and release emotional blocks that may be contributing to anxiety, trauma, or depression.

What Is EFT and How Does It Work?

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