As Cree people, we were given the gift of being named for the four parts of human beings. Nehiyawak, we were called.
It means being balanced in the four parts that are found in the four directions of the Medicine Wheel. These four parts for human beings are the spiritual, physical, emotional and mental aspects of the self. We need to try and balance these four parts that were given to us, to function as people.
The fire is in the centre of the Medicine Wheel. That is where the meaning of the teachings comes from. For me this fire is also the self. When you look at the Medicine Wheel, you start from self. And as you look out, you make your circle.
This is how the Medicine Wheel represents the life journey of people.
- Subject:
- Practical & Applied Arts
- Wildlife Management
- Material Type:
- Open Access Asset
- Author:
- Invert Media
- Date Added:
- 06/25/2024
