[Travis]

Hi Kristin,
What a great topic. I am in the same issue. As I feel that spirituality and a deeper curiosity of what life and our existence is about is an important topic, I discuss it with my family in whatever capacity it is applicable. My wife has found my experiences interesting but has zero interest in joining a ceremony or general practice of spirituality, shamanism, etc. My 9 year old daughter could not be more intrigued by the way I explain these ideas…as best I can. I hope she engages further, but as you say, I respect her need to find her own path. We talk about plant medicines but my view is that she would be very young for these things. “Smudging” seems like an easy enough activity and the smells probably create nostalgic stimulus. Drum ceremonies are another idea that could be fun. My 4 year old, well we talk about the importance of gratitude and love, that’s where he is at currently 🙏
I continue to figure this out as I go, I think the most important thing is to lead by example with clear inspirations, and talking about them whenever asked!

Thanks again for your question.

Travis

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