S6 - Ep. 7 - Memory Lane

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“There’s a need, at that time and still today, for culturally relevant services. Services that our people feel comfortable with and understand” Welcome back to the 7th episode of Season 6 titled #TheHealingRoad This week’s episode of Teachings in the Air is called “Memory Lane” Gerry joins us this week after a stroll through memory lane. After a recent trip to his home territory, he shares the path of memories that were sparked by this visit. Gerry tours his old home, and shares about his experiences of where he came from, the challenges of addiction and overcoming them through finding community and help however he could. Gerry talks about the importance of the cultural approach to healing and services for the indigenous community. "This series of podcasts are going to be on healing for the mind, body, and spirit. When our mind, body, and spirit is damaged or hurt we weaken and our lives can become unmanageable. Once we are in trouble mentally, physically, or spiritually we must go look for help, so we can live life to the fullest. We can and will reach our potential when we say hello to our problems and say goodbye to them with the help of healers, knowledge keepers, counsellors, and mentors. Healing is in ceremony, music, good food, counselling, meditation and positive activities. Our healing strengthens when we support others on the Healing Road." - Saa Hiil Thut (Gerry Oldman)

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