Anchoring Invitations

The Four Mountains is a story shared by Cree elder John Crier, illustrating the four stages of human life: baby, warrior, hunter/provider, and elder. It emphasizes that, when in balance, individuals are supported by the land, ancestors, and all relations as they transition through these life stages guided by something larger than humanity.

The Towards Eldering by Cash Ahenakew explores the journey of becoming a good elder and ancestor for all relations, human and non-human. It emphasizes cultivating trust, respect, reciprocity, consent, and accountability as inherent aspects of our being, rather than choices, and encourages embracing aging with grace, gratitude, compassion, and humor.

The Anti-Assholism Memo by GTDF invites reflection on harmful modern behaviors rooted in hyper-individualism and consumerism. By disrupting these patterns through humility and accountability, it offers a pathway to rewire ourselves for trust, respect, and reciprocity in our relationships.