Naandwe Noojimowin

10/27/2022

Please check out the latest in our blog series- "Do you feel like something is missing from your life?: Naandwe Noojimowin"

At any age, many adults feel like they are not completely whole and that there is something missing. It is often a difficult feeling to isolate or pin down, and people describe it as an, "ache or longing." Longing is the strong desire to fill the unmet needs in our lives. Words or thoughts that start with, "I wish," "I miss," "if only," are sometimes the voices of longing.

This blog provides an overview of what these feelings may stem from, and options to address it.

At any age, many adults feel like they are not completely whole and that there is something missing. It is often a difficult feeling to isolate or pin down, and people describe it as an, "ache or longing." Longing is the strong desire to fill the unmet needs in our lives. Words or thoughts

10/17/2022

The Naandwe Noojimowin program takes place in some beautiful locations and is the ideal spot to practice one of life's most critical skills - Listening well.

The Naandwe Noojimowin program covers thoughtful listening strategies, teaches people how to listen well, and gives participants an opportunity to share stories if they feel comfortable. To learn more, please visit www.naandwenoojimowin.com and remember:

The most basic of all human needs is to understand and be understood.

The best way to understand people is to listen to them.

~Ralph Nichols

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Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY. Participants g*in insight into personal behaviours, they l...

10/17/2022

Please check out the latest in our blog series- "The Heart of Responding - How to Listen Well: Naandwe Noojimowin"
This blog contains some excellent advice on listening well, and the responsibility when someone confides in you and shares their personal stories - these stories are a sacred gift, and with that gift comes responsibility.

Listening well is one of life's most critical skills; unfortunately, it is a learned skill and is not always easy to do. Particularly if the subject matter is stressful or emotionally charged. Listening is not just about hearing the words being spoken to you; it is also about hearing the speaker's H

09/13/2022

Please check out the latest installment in our Naandwe Noojimowin blog series - Breaking the Silence:

Naandwe Noojimowin - Breaking the Silence You will come to realize that the journey of breaking the silence can be a time of healing if you choose it to be. Even though it may have been traumatic, taking the first step to face the truth of our past, is the first step to moving forward and participa

09/12/2022

Naandwe Noojimowin – How to Sign-Up and What Results Can I Expect with Cheryl Hankard

Cheryl Hankard explains how to sign-up, and what typical results are after attending the program.
Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY. Participants g*in insight into personal behaviours, they learn about relational styles and where they originate, and they g*in tools to improve communication and relationships. The end result is that participants g*in knowledge of themselves and tools to help build healthier relationships with self, family and community….hence “Naandwe Noojimowin.” Maamwesying

North Shore Community Health Services began offering the Naandwe Noojimowin Program in April 2016. If you would like to learn more, please visit: www.naandwenoojimowin.com

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Cheryl Hankard explains the sign-up process and what typical results are after attending the program. Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life The Naandwe No...

08/23/2022

Cheryl Hankard provides an informative interview on what the Naandwe Noojimowin Program was designed for, its format, and typical results.

Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY. Participants g*in insight into personal behaviours, they learn about relational styles and where they originate, and they g*in tools to improve communication and relationships.

The end result is that participants g*in knowledge of themselves and tools to help build healthier relationships with self, family and community….hence “Naandwe Noojimowin.” Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services began offering the Naandwe Noojimowin Program in April 2016.

If you would like to learn more, please visit: www.naandwenoojimowin.com

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Cheryl Hankard provides an informative interview on what the Naandwe Noojimowin Program was designed for, its format, and typical results.Be Curious - Learn ...

08/20/2022

We have launched the first Naandwe Noojimowin blog post.
For a brief overview on Adverse Childhood Experiences, Trauma, and How the Naandwe Noojimowin Program Can Help, please click here:

There are many reasons to consider a program such as Naandwe Noojimowin. One of the primary reasons is exposure to trauma in childhood and teenage years. First Nations women are 3–5 times more likely to experience violence and children exposed to violence are 10 – 17 times more likely to have se...

08/08/2022

Live the Good Life - Naandwenoojimowin.com

This is a very insightful interview with James Bolan. James provides meaningful answers about the nature and benefits of the Naandwe program. James has a wealth of personal and professional knowledge in this field and, as a psychotherapist, is very experienced with healing journeys.

This is the full video and we will be providing shorter videos of James answering specific questions over the next few weeks.

Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY. Participants g*in insight into personal behaviours, they learn about relational styles and where they originate, and they g*in tools to improve communication and relationships. If you would like to learn more, please visit: www.naandwenoojimowin.com

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Live the Good Life - Naandwenoojimowin.comWe interview James Bolan and he provides insightful answers about the nature and benefits of the program. James has...

07/25/2022

Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life

The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY.

You will g*in insight into personal behaviours, learn about relational styles and where they originate, and g*in tools to improve communication and relationships.

The end result is you will g*in knowledge of yourself, and tools to help build healthier relationships with yourself, your family, and your community.

If you would like to learn more, please visit: www.naandwenoojimowin.com

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Live the Good Life - Naandwenoojimowin.comBe Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY. Participants g*i...

07/11/2022

Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life

The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY. Participants g*in insight into personal behaviours, they learn about relational styles and where they originate, and they g*in tools to improve communication and relationships.

We encourage you to visit www.naandwenoojimowin.com to learn more about how the Naandwe Noojimowin program might be of benefit to you.

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Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY. Participants g*in insight into personal behaviours, they l...

06/27/2022

Be Curious - Learn to Live the Good Life

The Naandwe Noojimowin program centres on SELF DISCOVERY. Participants g*in insight into personal behaviours, they learn about relational styles and where they originate, and they g*in tools to improve communication and relationships.

The end result is that participants g*in knowledge of themselves and tools to help build healthier relationships with self, family and community….hence “Naandwe Noojimowin.”
Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services began offering the Naandwe Noojimowin Program in April 2016.

If you would like to learn more, please visit: www.naandwenoojimowin.com

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06/06/2022

We were featured in a recent CBC News Article. To learn more, please visit www.Naandwenoojimowin.com

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/indigenous-program-childhood-trauma-1.6465798

Over five-and-a-half days participants with the Naandwe Noojimowin program stay in a lodge where they share stories about the childhood traumas that shaped their lives. Through traditional practices they g*in insight into their own behaviours, and learn to improve their relationships.