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Kim Trottier
2 days ago4 min read
The Teaching of Endurance
Lately, I have felt the weight of the world pressing in—heavy, unrelenting, and at times, utterly disheartening. The political climate,...
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Kim Trottier
Feb 111 min read
Teaching Tuesday --Nu 'stli ch.
In Hul'q'umi'num', the word for ‘partner’ or significant other is statlus, and we’re lucky enough to have a couple of statlus pairs on...
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Kim Trottier
Feb 44 min read
Addressing Denialism and Microaggressions
Following last week's Teachings Tuesday on denialism, several thoughtful questions came forward about how to respond when encountering...
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Kim Trottier
Jan 283 min read
Denialism is Violence
Last week, I attended an event on Tla’amin Territory, colonial Powell River, featuring Leah Gazan, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg...
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Kim Trottier
Jan 213 min read
Four Years of Growth: Honouring the Journey and Those Who Stand With Us
This month marks four years of Culturally Committed—a milestone made even more special by the significance of the number four in...
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Kim Trottier
Jan 142 min read
Focus and Forward: A Lesson from the Trail
Last week, my friend George shared a reflection that has stuck with me. Over the holidays, he found time to rest and relax, which...
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Kim Trottier
Jan 73 min read
Rest as Resistence
If you read my Teachings Tuesday before Christmas, you’ll know that December was a little gritty for me. Between my clinical practice and...
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Kim Trottier
Dec 17, 20243 min read
One Magic Christmas
As we approach the winter solstice, a time of reflection and renewal, we want to thank you for your support and engagement with Teachings...
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Kim Trottier
Dec 10, 20242 min read
Lessons from the Water
As we move deeper into December, my days have become governed by a simple yet relentless tool: a daily, 3x3 post-it note, crammed with...
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Kim Trottier
Dec 3, 20243 min read
Are You Done Yet?
The month of November was one that many will remember as a rollercoaster of events. In the midst of sorting out the BC election, the...
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Kim Trottier
Nov 26, 20244 min read
We Will Rock You
Before we dive into this week's Teachings Tuesday, I want to take a moment to introduce myself and share a bit about my journey. My name...
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Kim Trottier
Nov 19, 20242 min read
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A few weeks ago, I attended a moving event hosted by Islands Trust, hosted on Gabriola Island, which began with a powerful opening by...
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Kim Trottier
Nov 12, 20243 min read
Stories in the Land
Yesterday, I woke to warm sunshine streaming through my window, and my thoughts immediately gravitated to a local landmark that had been...
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Kim Trottier
Nov 5, 20243 min read
Indigenous Enough
This week, we’re honored to share a writing offered by Katy Carson, who brings a powerful voice and perspective to this weeks Teachings...
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Kim Trottier
Oct 29, 20243 min read
It Starts Within Us
This week’s Teachings Tuesday is shared by one of our founding Culturally Committed members, Kyle Pearce. Kyle is a settler of English...
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Kim Trottier
Oct 22, 20242 min read
Celebrating Indigenous Brilliance
Last week, I received an excited message from Katy Carson, Director of Organizational Relationships at Culturally Committed, urging me to...
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Kim Trottier
Oct 8, 20242 min read
The Ear in Your Heart
This morning I am grateful to be sharing a guest post, written by our dear friend Len Pierre of Katzie First Nation. Len, thank you for...
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Kim Trottier
Oct 1, 20243 min read
Tell the truth, be the change
This week's Teachings Tuesday is shared by the incredible artist, Maynard Johnny Jr., who has roots in both Coast Salish and...
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Kim Trottier
Sep 23, 20244 min read
Planning our Journey
A few weeks ago, George and I were discussing the work we are doing at Culturally Committed, and he shared with me: "When I think about...
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Kim Trottier
Sep 16, 20242 min read
Sacred Hair
A few weeks ago, Mentor George Harris Jr. of Stz'uminus approached me with a request to share a "Teachings Tuesday" with you all on this...
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