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Identity and Belonging - Coggle Diagram
Identity and Belonging
Cultural Identity
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- Conflict between Fontaine (Zhaaganaash and Firekeeper (Nish) sides)
- Her struggle at tribal events - accepted but not enrolled
- Gramma Pearl vs GrandMary's views
"I learned there were times when I was expected to be a Fontaine and other times when it was safe to be a Firekeeper."
Family Expectations
- GrandMary's plan for Daunis to become a doctor
- Daunis defers U of M to care for family
- Grief after Uncle David's death and grandmother's stroke
- Mom's emotional trauma and dependence on Daunis
- Her decision to stay in Sault Ste. Marie = conflict + growth
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Symbols of Identity
- 🧣Scarf: Connection to her dad and childhood memories
- 🕊 Bird hitting the window: Symbol of warning or omen (Nish superstition)
- 🦉 Owl on t-shirt: Conflict between cultural teachings and Western science. Quote: "In Ojibwe culture, the owl is a companion for crossing over when you die. Not exactly the ambassador you want telling Nish parents to immunize their babies."
- 🌿 Semaa (tobacco offering): Her grounding spiritual ritual, shows her connection to indigenous teachings
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