Native American Indians

09/20/2026

LONG HAIRTraditionally, long hair was always a symbol of masculinity. All of history''''s great warriors had long hair, from the Greeks (who wrote odes to their heroes'''' hair) to the Nordic, from the American Indians (famous for their long shiny hair) to the Japanese. And the longer and beautiful the hair was, the more manly the warrior was considered. Vikings flaunted their braids and samurai wore their long hair as a symbol of their honor (they cut their braid when they lose honor).When a warrior was captured, his mane was cut to humiliate him, to take away his beauty. That custom resumed in what is today military service. There when new soldiers begin their training the first thing they do is cut their hair to undermine their self-esteem, make them submissive and make them see who''''s boss.
The Romans were the ones who "invented" short hair so to speak, between the 1st and 5th centuries AD.. In battles they believed this gave them defensive advantages, since their opponents couldn''''t grab them by the hair. This also helped them to recognize each other in the battlefield.
Short hair on men is a relatively new "invention" that has nothing to do with aesthetics.
But today we often see men being humiliated, sometimes called "gay" for wearing long hair, not knowing that short hair is actually the "anti-masculine" and is a repressive social imposition, while long hair symbolizes freedom

09/20/2026

Selena Yazzie Cornstalk Yei, at the Navajo Reservation, Beautifully Woven Rug, Blue Bird Messengers. She won 1st place at the Tribal Ceremony.

09/20/2026

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"Still Here"
We are still here
the feathers carry our prayers,
the drum carries our heartbeat,
the land carries our name.
We are still strong—
woven in colors of fire and earth,
braided in the strands of time,
standing where our ancestors stood.
No storm erased us,
no silence broke us.
We walk with pride,
our spirits unyielding,
our voices rising—
Native,
foreve
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09/20/2026

𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐃𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞 .
Chief Dan George was actually a chief of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation in British Columbia, Canada from 1951 to 1963. Also an author and poet, George achieved his first acting job at the age of 60, appearing in the Canadian TV show, Caribou Country. But George’s acting career didn’t peak until 1970 when he starred in Little Big Man, a role for which he received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Another great role for George was the part of Lone Watie in The Outlaw Josie Wales (1976), often considered one of the best American Westerns. And George’s performance in this American classic could be considered Oscar-worthy as well. George also appeared on TV shows such as Kung Fu. During George’s writing career, he was credited with fostering understanding between non-native and Native Americans, particularly with the release of his book, My Heart Soars

09/19/2026

Happy 107th birthday Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel, Sr.

09/19/2026

I spent so much time making The Ice Bird but no one stopped to look at it or congratulate my artwork…

09/19/2026

Whispers of the Wind: A Native American Reflection
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In the sacred circle of life, every sound holds meaning, every silence carries wisdom. The wind, invisible yet ever present, moves across the land like an ancient spirit, speaking truths to those who take the time to listen. It carries the stories of our ancestors, the songs of the earth, and the quiet voice of the heart.
"Listen to the wind," the elders say, "for it talks." The wind does not shout or demand; it whispers softly through the trees, over the rivers, and across the plains. It tells of journeys taken, of battles fought, of peace found beneath the endless sky.
But beyond the sound of the wind lies a deeper language — the language of silence. "Listen to the silence," they teach us, "for it speaks." In the stillness, the heart hears what words cannot capture. It is here, in quiet reflection, that the spirit finds clarity and strength.
And the heart — the sacred keeper of all our wisdom — is the final teacher. "Listen to your heart," the voice inside reminds us, "for it knows." The heart understands the rhythms of the earth, the cycles of life, and the path we are meant to walk. It holds the courage to face the unknown and the compassion to heal old wounds.
The feathers and beads shown in the image are not mere decorations; they are symbols of this sacred dialogue between nature and spirit. Each feather carries prayers of peace and protection. The colorful patterns honor the ancestors and the land, a tapestry of identity and belonging.
To walk with awareness is to hear the wind, feel the silence, and trust the heart. This is the way of the Native people — a way of deep listening, connection, and respect for the world around us.
So today, pause. Close your eyes. Open your spirit.
Listen.
The wind is talking.
The silence is speaking.
Your heart is knowing.
And in that sacred moment, you are home.
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09/19/2026

09/18/2026

“Never Paint a Turtle's Shell”
Painting a turtle's shell isn't harmless; it's a silent form of cruelty. Its shell is alive, full of nerves and blood vessels. Through it, it breathes, regulates its temperature, and senses. Covering it with paint blocks its ability to absorb sunlight, essential for its metabolism and bone development. It also prevents it from naturally eliminating bacteria and fungi. Many die slowly from infections or poisoning. It's not art. It's suffering. And often, a torture that ends in silence.

09/18/2026

i 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝟏,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨'𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 native forever 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬