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Community Centred Healing: The Pathway to Indigenous Revitalization

November 5, 2024by Carissa Harrison in Product Spotlight

“Healing isn’t just about the individual,” she says, “it’s about the whole community.”


In our work to foster reconnection with culture, language, and heritage, we often find ourselves guided by the wisdom of those who walk the path of healing. One of the people we look to is Sarah-Anne Tourond, an Anishinaabe/Métis woman. A healer, artist, author, yoga instructor, and breathwork facilitator.

Recently we had the privilege of sitting down with Sarah-Anne to delve into her unique insights on Indigenous healing and how this is a communal effort, not an individual one.

The heart of Indigenous healing

"Healing isn't just about the individual" she says, "it's about the whole community." Her approach to healing weaves traditional Indigenous practices with modern mindfulness, creating a bridge between the wisdom of the ancestors and the needs of the present day.

She feels one of the most important tools for healing is breathwork. This is not only a physical practice, but a way to connect with our spirit, our ancestors, and the land. Through breath, we ground ourselves in the present moments, honouring the life force that flows through us and around us.

Mindfulness as a path to reconciliation

Mindfulness, in Sarah-Anne's view, is more than just a wellness trend. It is a return to a way of being that has always been central to Indigenous cultures. "Our ancestors were mindful in everything they did" she explains. "They moved with intention, spoke with purpose and lived in harmony with the world around them. "

In today's fast-paced world, where distractions are abundant and stress levels are high, Sarah-Anne sees mindfulness as a crucial tool for reclaiming our Indigenous identities. By practicing mindfulness, we can reconnect with our traditions, our communities, and ourselves.

A new offering: Indigenous mindfulness content

Through our apps, Sarah-Anne has shared guided mindfulness practices that were created for Indigenous peoples and their communities. These programs share practices such as soft body movements, stretches tailored for beaders, and meditation techniques for youth.

Each session weaves in traditional Indigenous wisdom - respect for the self, the community, and the land.

We invite you to explore this new mindfulness content and share it to support the well-being of your community.

We leave you with Sarah-Anne's words: "Healing is a journey we walk together. By embracing mindfulness, we honour our ancestors, our communities and ourselves."

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