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A review by 1courtcourt
The Seven Circles by Chelsey Luger
5.0
An incredibly simple and detailed framework for adjusting modern life with traditional teachings. Many Natives call it "walking in two worlds," and have been trying to figure out the balance of this for many years, or dare I say, generations. So eloquently put, Chelsey and Thosh state facts about the history of colonialism and its effects on traditional lifestyles while being genuine and open about their shortcomings in each of these areas. Their transparency is refreshing as they invite all, Indigenous and non, to find wellness in ever aspect of life. The amount of storytelling that directly links their research to real life situations is astounding. One-hundred percent, understood every teaching and even learned how I could incorporate new techniques to my traditional practices already being utilized.
Two. I read this book twice this year. First listened to the audiobook, read by the authors themselves, just to listen to the words that I knew were going to be the most comforting words to hear as I traveled and did chores around my home. It in fact, was exactly that. I was laughing and crying and became incredibly homesick as they spoke about elements of life that were so familiar. I was reminded and deeply felt within my soul every circle of wellness. Some of the suggestions and exercises were ones that I had forgotten about or found to be new. For that, I decided to reread and annotate the physical copy. Each time I read, I knew I needed to have some reverence. With a good heart and head, I took my time and it filled my heart with incredible warmth. I never want to forget this feeling.
Two. I read this book twice this year. First listened to the audiobook, read by the authors themselves, just to listen to the words that I knew were going to be the most comforting words to hear as I traveled and did chores around my home. It in fact, was exactly that. I was laughing and crying and became incredibly homesick as they spoke about elements of life that were so familiar. I was reminded and deeply felt within my soul every circle of wellness. Some of the suggestions and exercises were ones that I had forgotten about or found to be new. For that, I decided to reread and annotate the physical copy. Each time I read, I knew I needed to have some reverence. With a good heart and head, I took my time and it filled my heart with incredible warmth. I never want to forget this feeling.