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The Lakota Way

Stories and Lessons for Living

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The Lakota Way

By: Joseph M. Marshall
Narrated by: Joseph M. Marshall
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 The Lakota Way received the prestigious Audie Award, considered the "Oscar" award of the audiobook industry, in 2004 for the category of best inspirational audio.

The myth of Deer Woman teaches a lesson on respect. The legend of Crazy Horse illuminates a lesson on humility. And the story of Eagle brings home the importance of compassion. These stories from the heart of Lakota culture and its survival, and their meanings, still resonate deeply with our daily lives.

Rich with storytelling, history, folklore, and Marshall's own personal experiences, The Lakota Way expresses the heart of Native American philosophy and the 12 core qualities that are crucial to the Lakota way of living: bravery, fortitude, generosity, wisdom, respect, honor, perseverance, love, humility, sacrifice, truth, and compassion.

Compelling and profound, The Lakota Way gives a fresh outlook to those searching for a new perspective on spiritual and ethical living.

©2001 Joseph M. Marshall III (P)2005 Blackstone Audiobooks Americas Customs & Traditions Indigenous Peoples Indigenous Studies Native American Social Sciences Specific Demographics United States Tradition Compassion Indian Mythology

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"Marshall beautifully imparts Lakota wisdom...he certainly knows how to weave a story. An inspiring guide for a wide audience." (Library Journal)

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The stories are of heart. When one begins their words & actions from the heart, those things manifest into loving & right ways.

This is the true way of all living things in this world. The Lakota way, like all Aboriginal ways, is an understanding of the truths of the Rarth & all living things.

So our (aboriginal) spirituality guides our decisions & actions based on how we are meant to live in this world. By doing so, it puts us in peace, in alignment, & in union with all living things.

It is a deeper understanding few are fortunate to obtain but those who do like myself, immediately recognise this is a book of the heart.

To most, They will see this as being uniquely the Lakota's way, but This is the traditional & right way of being for all Aboriginal people.

Sadly many issues are distracting, leading away, & destroying Aboriginal people everywhere on Earth. An attack on the very people who understand & ways of living was in accordance with the Earth.

That should deeply concern those who are not Aboriginal because attacking Aboriginal ways results in being able to attack the Earth, our home.

I'm Australian Aboriginal & this book informs me the ways of the Lakota are the Earth's way.

We live on the Earth, it has its own way & one would think it would make sense to live that way too, especially considering the Earth can do whatever it wants, but strangely & sadly, no, most do not choose to live the way the Earth does.

This is despite the fact that one only needs to observe how all the animals behave & live to plainly see they live in alignment with the Earth's ways.
Animals, insects & all living things live their life around & according to how the Earth operates, but the destruction if Aboriginal people(s) has continued a path of destruction upon all living things & an ultimately slow destruction if the Earth.

If you listen closely, you will understand the foundation of these stories is beginning from a place of Heart, & in alignment with the Earth.

Thankyou Joseph for sharing a book of Heart.

A book of Heart

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All that's missing from the world can be found here. So much wisdom, and sadness all in one place.

our children should hear these messages

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Many life lessons with beautiful stories to compliment. Read with the soulful voice of the author himself. Thank you.

An incredible and inspiring listen.

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This book is amazing and so critical for our times may these words bless you

One of the best books I have read

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I am walking the red road u der the guidance of a lakota elder .. even though i am a white woman these stories and memories are deeply in my cells ... the authors voice was soothing and easy to follow, i cried on many occasions at the beauty of the stories and teachings within. what the white man has done to all indigenous of this planet breaks my heart. if you are interested in the lakota native american path of life and spirituality this is a must Mitakuye Oyasin

i loved this

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from first breath, we are all on our way home. the human condition today is missing the bond of friendship on this wonderous journey, with all beings. for me this book emotionally returned me to a place that was once my home, many life times ago. this kinship journey, as so beautifully highlighted in The Lakota Way. one yearns for. the peace of trust and reciprocity is the only way to fly.

beautiful tragic inspiring centred

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I loved everything about this! The stories, the reminders of how we can live life simply yet still in a fulfilling way, staying true to virtues like honour, respect, love. The author/narrator voice is captivating, gentle yet authoritative, wise. I’ll be listening again!

Beautiful

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Do Earth a favour and learn these tales, this will benefit all.

Thank you Joseph for sharing your culture with those who destroyed it! much love.
- Sacred Herbology

Do Earth a favour and learn these tales!

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I was happy to reconnect with my roots & family through these stories. Thank you for sharing these stories and life experiences so I, and many others, can remember ourselves and the journey that brought us to the present moment.

Family

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A beautifully written book, that helped me understand the culture a lot better and illuminated the recent sad history.

Beautiful book ❤️

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