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Chief Beverly Cook
Mohawk (Haudenosaunee) knowledge keeper and storyteller who contributed the Sky Woman creation narrative and commentary on relational support traditions for this episode.
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Nov 12, 2025
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Carry That Weight: On Mythic Burdens and Cosmic Supports
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Chief Beverly Cook, a Mohawk knowledge keeper and storyteller, delves into the importance of communal support in bearing burdens. She discusses the Sky Woman creation narrative, emphasizing how traditional cultures distribute weight and responsibilities among their members. The conversation challenges modern individualism, highlighting the relief found in accepting help from cosmic forces and communal networks. Throughout, gratitude is presented as a powerful practice to lighten our load, urging listeners to lay down excess burdens for a more connected existence.
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