“Negative thoughts were treated by Cherokee healers with the same medicines as wounds, headaches, or physical illness. It was believed that unchecked negative thoughts can permeate the being and manifest themselves in negative actions.”
Quote by Wilma Mankiller
Work
Every Day Is a Good Day: Reflections by Contemporary Indigenous Women
The book offers a diverse range of voices and narratives, providing insight into the lives and struggles of Indigenous women in modern society. more
Author
Wilma Mankiller
Wilma Mankiller was a distinguished figure in the Cherokee Nation, serving as its Principal Chief from 1985 to 1995. She was the first woman to hold this position in the history of the Cherokee Nation, and her tenure was characterized by her advocacy for Native American rights and her dedication to improving the quality of life for her people. more
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