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The Inipi and Black Hills

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The Inipi: we took part in a traditional Lakota ceremony called inipi, which means “to live”, and is shaped like the mother’s womb, representing rebirth. The inipi is a dark canvassed tent that is heated with many hot stones from a fire. Inside, we sit by decreasing age in a circle, and participate in prayers...

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Surf Therapy Day 1

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    After our intention-setting circle with the Groundswell Community Project, the girls shared what resonated with them:    Loving yourself and loving the ocean – being aware of your surroundings and appreciating them The connection with the amount of water in the world and the body (70%!) Learning how to be more in the...

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The Home Stay Experience

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Hi all! This is Aspen and today is my day as journal girl. Last night we did our home stays and it was an amazing learning experience for all of us. At my home stay I was with Zoe and we stayed with Purity. She had two kids Brenda and Terry. We interacted most with...

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