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The Art of the Korowai: Why Healing From Family Violence Cannot Be Rushed
When we talk about recovering from family violence, we often use words like “moving on” or “getting over it.” But for those of us on the frontline, we know those terms don’t quite fit the reality. Healing isn’t a straight line; it’s a craft. In Te Ao Māori, the Korowai (prestige cloak) is a symbol…
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Huna – Finding the Hidden Strength in the Mist
The Shadows of the Maramataka In the rhythm of the Maramataka, not every day is for planting, harvesting, or high energy. We have days like Huna. Huna is the moon of “hiding.” It is a day when the fish stay deep in the reefs and the light of the moon begins to wane. Traditionally, it…
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Ka mua, Ka muri
Kia whakatōmuri te haere whakamua: ‘I walk backwards to move forward’ When raised with parents who are “unprepared,” it typically means they lack emotional regulation, impulse control, and healthy communication skills. Because children learn how to navigate the world by mirroring their caregivers, these deficits aren’t just “missing” traits—they become a blueprint for how the…