Seminar: Food and Health
Program: DINÉ
Subject Area: Health
Grade Level: 5th
Year of Publication: 2018
Abstract
From the time of our return to Dinétah (Navajoland) our forefathers have used stories, prayers, and ceremony to reach, teach, and speak to our children and grandchildren about times of hardship and illness. Stories are said to speak of human resilience, survival and empowerment in facing the challenges of life. Stories are drawn from knowledge and wisdom. These teachings help us feel connected and hold powerful words bringing people back to hózhó and walk the path of balance and harmony. This technique is important because it remains our guide of source and strength through life. Diné people have changed their ways of life and walking away from the life we’ve known – understanding and knowledge of traditional strength and power. We need to get back to the wisdom and knowledge of traditional way of life for the stability of our existence.