In several walks of life, we embrace the uplifting journey within community based wellness. The scales of wellness coin from components such as sense of belonging, resource access, health, and an overall bases of support for our youth. There are several things to consider when it comes to the bullet point of how to be supportive to different communities, and we will highlight a few points that have stood out when it comes to the Indigineous communities of Southern and Baja California.

• Cultural inclusion continues to serve as one of the most important aspects for our Native youth. In the communities throughout the southern and Baja California, the tradition of our Language, Bird Songs, dance, and activities continue to be passed down to the youth to “keep the torch lit” for the generations to come. Our language with our songs tell the traditional stories in a historical aspect holding teachings that have been passed down in the relevance of current events today. The tradition of Bird Songs tell stories of creation, guidance, battle, medicine, and have served as some of the most Instructional component as a traditional classroom. Throughout the Kumeyaay nation (as well as other Tribes) we have seen our traditional classroom to display in the environment of story telling in a collective effort.

• One of the most important things behind support the youth of our Indigenous nations is a strong fusion of mindfulness and Awareness. When we look at the historical scale of events that have taken place across these lands; we are to keep in mind th way the mind, body, and spirit goes forward around trauma related events. Choice of wording, approach, tone, and specific topics are recommended to be navigated with care, considerable awareness, and an open minded heart. At a generational spectrum we have experienced the stored components of trauma that could be passed down at an un-intentional scale of genetics. Several Native nations throughout this region around what is now known as “the Americas” have a timeline in the background of traumatic events due to some unfortunate circumstances. Keep an open mind. A open heart. With grace and considerable support towards our Indigenous youth when it comes to trauma awareness. The youth of our Tribal nations are some of the sweetest young folks. There are times they could use some additional support in a spectrum of ways and as educators it would be in the best interest to stand in support collectively.

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• In a map of several cultures and a commonality amongst several Tribal nations we have a major emphasis on Sense of Belonging. The Native youth throughout our area and several that we have worked with thrive in how important it feels to have some kind of communal connection to something. Wether it be one form friend they feel a trustworthy relationship, a group of friends they enjoy being around, or a bond that involves trust. So many factors could be involved, and to keep in mind that if there is the potential establishment of bond; it could enhance the experience for someone. For our Native youth, it could take a patient amount of time at the scale of relationship building. An open mind, grace, and patience could really support the formation of a genuine connection in supporting our Native youth.