There is indeed much to be learned from Indigenous cultures. I love how you mention the irony of seeking knowledge from Tibetan and Indian teachings instead of focusing on those right here around us. One of the things that jump to mind, and that might help improve society is their insistence on "honouring all our relations" That simple phrase, used in so many contexts, says so much. Of course, their inter-tribal tensions and warfare, an outlet for "machismo", are less admirable. Sadly, those are very much a part of our current reality...and so counter-productive to the betterment of humanity.
Indeed, they are not perfect, but neither are we. However, by melding the best of everyone, we can improve life for all, and that is what governance is all about! Thanks so much for always having excellent comments on my articles—it makes my day! Much love to both of you!
What a wonderful commentary❣️ The fact that “ Throughout my education in the fifties, sixties, and seventies, the school system avoided any mention of indigenous cultures and maintained Canada’s Eurocentric vision as the only reality” always galled me from a young age. The treatment of indigenous peoples is heartbreaking right into the present time❣️
It really is ridiculous, seeking philosophies in India, and Tibet, when we had the soul of the country here all the time. Thanks. 🙏
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There is indeed much to be learned from Indigenous cultures. I love how you mention the irony of seeking knowledge from Tibetan and Indian teachings instead of focusing on those right here around us. One of the things that jump to mind, and that might help improve society is their insistence on "honouring all our relations" That simple phrase, used in so many contexts, says so much. Of course, their inter-tribal tensions and warfare, an outlet for "machismo", are less admirable. Sadly, those are very much a part of our current reality...and so counter-productive to the betterment of humanity.
Indeed, they are not perfect, but neither are we. However, by melding the best of everyone, we can improve life for all, and that is what governance is all about! Thanks so much for always having excellent comments on my articles—it makes my day! Much love to both of you!
What a wonderful commentary❣️ The fact that “ Throughout my education in the fifties, sixties, and seventies, the school system avoided any mention of indigenous cultures and maintained Canada’s Eurocentric vision as the only reality” always galled me from a young age. The treatment of indigenous peoples is heartbreaking right into the present time❣️
Indeed. We all missed out on so much!