In a group, harmony is the focus, which discourages boisterous individual behavior.

At the same time, autonomy is respected. Grnadmother teaches not to interfere with

someone for fear that we would  " take on their consequences."

It is important to demonstrate that one has the ability to use keen abilities of

hearing, seeing, and of smell; these were of critical importants for the tribe

in earlier years, for developing hunting and fishing skills as well as for finding plants

for medicine and protecting the family during travels.

Our grandfathers were great trackers, a skill that was admired by many.

Also, their keen ability of observation was well known, along with patience.

These are honored traits and learned abilities in the group setting. 

The spirtual ways are emphasized today as they always have been, since there was an understanding with Mother Earth, Father Sky, Sun, Moon, and all of the natural environment called the Universal Circle. The Great One was thanked for everything

provided for life survival. The elders are a resource of wisdom and a source of learning the "old ways" for survival.