Book description
A âprofound and inspiringâ collection of ancient indigenous wisdom for âanyone wanting the healing of self, society, and of our shared planetâ (Peter Levine, author of Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma).
A Penobscot Indian draws on the experiences and wisdom of the First Nations to address environmental justice, waterâŠ
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Why read it?
1 author picked Sacred Instructions as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Youâre probably seeing a theme by now: Addressing eco-anxiety is a much deeper, more complex, and nuanced approach than simply learning how to calm our nervous systems with mindful breathing (although that is a really helpful tool!). I appreciate the clear, grounded voice that Mitchell brings to the conversation, sharing some of the âoriginal instructionsâ and Indigenous cultural values for being in a harmonious balance with the living world. She was born and raised on the Penobscot Indian Reservation, is an attorney, and promotes heart-based activism. She is perhaps the most articulate writer I have come across in describing theâŠ
From Leslie's list on eco-anxiety.
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