Several months ago, after participating in my first sweat lodge, I asked the Lakota Bear Medicine healer in charge of the ceremony what I could do to support the community of souls keeping this powerful native tradition alive. "You support the family by becoming part of it," he replied. "And you become part of it by showing up, by being present, not only for others but for yourself as well. If we aren't capable of laying our own burdens at the feet of the family and trusting the others to hold space for us, how can they trust us to hold their burdens in a good way? Do you understand?" I did understand.
There is a belief in tribal tradition that the tribe is only as strong as the individual. If we don't tend our own wounds, we are, in essence, letting the rest of the tribe down. Hiding our own pain and darkness inside is not an act of courtesy, but rather one of selfishness. So, sometimes, the ultimate act of selfless sacrifice is that of allowing ourselves to drop our shields long enough to receive blessings, healing and guidance related to our own hurts. Today, make a conscious commitment to show up for yourself, despite whatever internal or external resistance you may be encountering. And trust that this act of mindful surrender to your own healing will be supported and will inspire others to respond in kind. Aho!
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