In the first of a two-part conversation with Hopi-Tewa holy man, Tatas’juanna, we go all over the map from how to handle difficult people knocking on your door to defying gravity in the Grand Canyon.
When Tatas’juanna says the word, “Indian” my ears perk up.
I ask him about his use of that word and we go from there talking about indigenousness and “getting to the root” meaning of other words. This exploration leads to redefining fear, power, and grace; offering a bright side to any situation you may be experiencing no matter how bleak, including loss, death and grief.
You will be led to a practical understanding of indigenous spirituality and how it applies to everyone.
You will learn about indigenous farming practices and how Tatas’uanna’s powerful relationship with water helps him grow abundant and delicious food in the desert.
If you are freaked out by the crazy shifts in weather we’ve been experiencing and wondering if Armeggedon type scenarios are coming to fruition, you need to hear this. Tatas’juanna shares the female version of the Hopi prophecy and provides context for the changes we are experiencing. Ultimately, we are all being led into a journey of the heart.
In this episode you will be guided through a practical exercise called, “Being Present in the Day” to assist in this journey.
This conversation will leave you feeling inspired, empowered and hopeful about the future for yourself and for our world.
Background episode: Waking up in the Morgue
Tatas’juanna
John Mahkewa is a Tewa/Hopi wisdom keeper, artist, permaculturalist, and the grandson of noted Hopi potter and medicine woman, Grace Chapella. After a death experience 12 years ago, he was awakened to the Hopi prophecy and the stories his grandmother told him. He is known and shares under the title given to him by his uncle/clan grandfather Alberta Yava, Tatas'juanna, The Peacemaker.
He devotes his time to mentoring, healing others, and advocating for water.
Tatas’juanna’s story in his own words…