What role does silence play in the conversations with elders? Silence plays a significant and powerful role in conversations with elders. It serves several purposes: Reflection and Understanding : Silence allows for moments of contemplation. When you pose the question about what it means to do something in "a good way," the elders' silence signifies their thoughtful consideration of the question and its deeper implications. Expression of Wisdom : The elders' smiles and the in

As I dive deeper into my own spirituality, I find myself entering circles and listening to the elders speak. A phrase I hear often is the act of doing something “in a good way.” To perform acts of ceremony, medicine, and share teachings means to do so in “a good way.” I’m hearing this idea more and more, and I pause to wonder what it truly means for me. I want to do things “in a good way” . But what is that? What makes it good, right, or correct? Since then, conversations hav

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