Picking Sage and Great Advice from an Elder

[@BushCraftN4U]

crying is the creators way of washing your eyes out so you get a better view of the path you are to travel, thank you, and best wishes

[@maizecharley358]

Crying is the 1st emotions one expresses at Birth. Our creator above hears our 1st cry. Our Mother Earth hears our 1st cry. When we pray, we thank the Creator and Mother Earth 1st. When we die, we go bck to Mother Earth who embraces us once more.

[@saralopez193]

That's so loving and sweet.

[@coleenrajotte111]

Hi yes good point! Happy holidays!

[@EvilKaNegro]

I know why I cry sometimes on my drive to my job at the tribal office.

[@terriortego2744]

B

[@rocroe158]

Native Indians deserve a lot of respect . I would love to spend some time with them.

[@gabrielagabs903]

yes so true its beautiful and full of wisdom i love it

[@cathyfitzpatrick9384]

respect to our ancestors from thousands upon thousands of many many moons. I would also love to know spend time and learn what is being neglected by many of us . deep blessing to all who see the sun rise and see the sun sleep

[@lissettevasconez9939]

Me too!!! ... would love to spend time with them and get some knowledge

[@melodymaynard66]

Natives deserve so much respect they have been thru so much history and love of the earth and all living things. I am also native Cherokee my native name is Ah Koh Ya

[@lissettevasconez9939]

Hello!...

[@coleenrajotte111]

I am not an elder but anyone can smudge...but maybe the first time you do it give thanks to indigenous people's for the ceremony and thank mother earth for the medicines

[@zindi1138]

you are an elder in training bro

[@melaniekuz1239]

It does not matter what you use to light to smudge! ;D Use what ya got on you at that moment when its needed! :D

[@melaniekuz1239]

Meh, my community doesn't enforce rules like that say if you're out in the middle of a city and need to smudge. If you need to smudge, just do it! LoL Its like trying to say you need to use a Paua/abalone Shell for it to be sacred. That was introduced by crazy New Age hippies that sell services they have no rights to. ;)

[@haskellwarrior2443]

vitalitytv ... you got that right

[@haskellwarrior2443]

first nations are so much like us here in the u.s.

[@ladybirdstarshine4692]

And don't pull it by the root. We want it to be available for our children and our grandchildren... our great grandchildren..😁 Thank you, Mother Earth for the medicines you provide 🙏 👍😁

[@TheLovePowerGoddess]

Sage helped him to overcome drugs and alcohol. Sage and his indigenous native spirituality. Holistic

[@RavenWolfDrum69]

You Are Leaders HEALING

[@jamesaritchie1]

Idiot.

[@sKeM2k9]

Wow, I couldn't help but cry to this... when he started talking about the sage, and how they consider it a living thing, and how you speak to it and tell it your intentions, and thank it. Then to actually give something back to the earth, (a give, receieve relationship, I take care of you, you take care of me, you wash my back, I wash your back.) God that's so deep. It just showed me how disconnected we've become, and how we really need to get back on that level. GO HUG A TREE BITCHS! Or maybe just go camping on the weekends.... :) Interestingly enough, this earth is a living organism that is a conscious being, with full and complete awareness of itself, and is capable of response to stimuli. Maybe there's actually something behind what some would call woo woo "hippie philosophy".

[@yoggerzzz]

That is a common perception in almost every indigenous practices, including European. But it's always nice to see this kind of thing in a world that always seems so disconnected.

[@ShortStoriesbytheSea]

sKeM2k9 hawk yeah

[@lisamendez5051]

just came across this after my 50th birthday this 03/01...tears in my spirit ...going to make a change

[@flipayyy7584]

Abrahamic religions definitely killed the human relationship with the earth

[@collettecaraway2759]

@@flipayyy7584 WOW... what a revelation.😭

[@PhantomFreakV2]

I smudge myself every day & i'm an alcoholic, drug addict & i'm trying my best to better my life & so i could live longer.

[@kittielala]

Darrell Malcolm blessings to you on your journey! 💓

[@basilaydyingm7506]

Fight the good fight man! Hope you cleanse your demons! I'll pray for you!

[@coleenrajotte111]

Hey Darrell...how are you doing?

[@TurquoiseMidheaven]

Darrell Malcolm I am recovering from both, dope 14 years, alcohol 9 years..let me know if you ever need someone to talk to..

[@katrinataylor9696]

Darrell Malcolm Im proud of you. You can make it. Blessings

[@swooshsify]

I wish I had elders guiding me in life

[@1922Skidoo]

swooshsify - me too .. instead of fire breathing book readers.

[@jamesaritchie1]

@@1922Skidoo You are a moron. A complete moron.

[@CJ-jf3oc]

James, do you feel better? You think youre putting other people down with your replies but i guarantee not one of your targeted victims felt anything but pity for you. Do yourself a favor and when a helping word of free advice comes around, dont pass it up and try to be grateful. Just a wild guess but im pretty sure there arent many willing to help you out. There's definitely a reason for that. And youre still at the stage that youre proud of yourself.

[@Sharyourvoice]

HAVING "JESUS" IN YOUR HEART & SOUL IS THE KEY, THE (INDIANS) ARE SMARTER THEN ANY OTHER PEOPLE ON EARTH, BECAUSE THEY HAVE ALWAYS ACKNOWLEDGE THE (LORD), & HE HAS LEAD THEM, AS WE ALL SHOULD!! SALVATION IS YOUR LEADER OF THE HEART & SOUL, PLEASE GET YOUR PEACE WITH "GOD", ASK FORGIVENESS & ASK HIM TO COME INTO YOUR HEART, YOU WILL BE A BETTER HUMAN BEING, & A SAVED ONE, BECAUSE YOU WILL HOLD "GODS" HOLY SPIRIT!! GET SAVED & BAPTISTED..WASHING AWAY THE OLD LOST BODY & SOUL & WILL COME UP A NEW SAVED SOUL, "WASHED IN THE BLOOD OF THE LAMB"!! AS HALF INDIAN & HALF IRISH, I AM LOVED BY MY LORD AS ALL OF US ARE, BUT "GOD" GIVES US A CHOICE, & THANKFUL I GREW UP IN CHURCH, I HAVE BEEN TRULY BLESSED & SAVED SINCE I WAS 16 YEARS OLD!! I AM PRAYING FOR YOU DEAR, GOD LOVES YOU, & HE KNEW YOU IN THE WOMB.. NONE OF US ARE PERFECT, WE WILL NEVER BE, BUT THAT'S WHY "JESUS" DIED ON THE CROSS, HE PAID OUR SIN DEDT IN FULL, THAT WE COULD SPEND ETERNITY IN HEAVEN WITH HIM, IF WE WILL TURN OUR HEARTS & LIVES OVER TO HIM, THEN SATAN CAN'T TOUCH US! IF WE DON'T EXCEPT "JESUS" , & WE CHOOSE SATAN, WE WILL LIVE ETERNITY IN HELL FIRE!! SONG.. "THANK GOD I AM "FREE", "FREE", "FREE" FROM THIS WORLD OF SIN, WASH IN THE BLOOD OF JESUS, I'VE BEEN BORN AGAIN.... HALLELUJAH, I'M "SAVED", "SAVED", "SAVED", BY HIS WONDERFUL GRACE, I'M SO GLAD THAT I FOUND OUT & HE WOULD BRING ME OUT & SHOW ME THE WAY..... SHARON

[@sallyjanecampos5241]

I think we all needed an elder in life

[@coleenrajotte111]

Elder Wilfred Buck also passes on teachings about the stars and planets...I will see if we can get him to share here...

[@sportStuf]

Great idea . Thank you ahead of time elder wilfred buck🙏🏻 Namaste, Caterina D'Amore

[@lawill3559]

I have become such a lover of the moon and stars. I was finally blessed to purchase a telescope and I go out almost every night for star gazing. Let’s not mention the full moon. 😍😘😍

[@jeanettejensen8241]

Um everything nasa puts out is a lie🤷🏼‍♀️

[@cathys1823]

Love our brother's and sister's of the First Nations...I miss my family and the way of the Elders. Our sweet plant peoples are hurting terribly, all creations are.....keep the ways..my eyes are full of love....

[@moo_jessye]

This story really hits me. My grandmother was Native American and her father migrated here from central Mexico. I come from a very broken family both my parents are addicts and my mother has never really opened up to me about her life growing up. I have some memories of my grandmother and my great grandfather. Unfortunately, she passed away 4 years ago before my son was born so I never really got to talk to her about her heritage. However; I moved to North Dakota when I was 21 and I lived on a reservation for about 2-3 years and I have to say that, it was life changing for me. I seen all walks of life while I was there. I learned so much and experienced so many things good and bad and it really opened my eyes to so many things. The energy in these places is so powerful that it is common for negative energies to grab onto you. Some of my craziest stories come from living on a reservation. But all in all I met some of the most amazing people and experienced a culture that I would have otherwise known nothing about and I’m very thankful. Til this day I still use the teachings I was taught, and even gift sage or other plants that I find to people who I feel could use it. I’m forever grateful for the kindness and wisdom that I received while I was there. It’s truly beautiful. ♥️

[@cathys1823]

Much love Jr....

[@mmmdanonxx]

Omg your story 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽Native Americans are my real heroes. It’s painful what america history holds … and how miserably NA still live there in those reservations… I hope I would also have some chance in my life meet native Americans and visit their reservations and be helpful there. Thank you for sharing your story 🙏🏽 I was just searching for sage bundle information and couldn’t skip this video when I saw the Native American speaking about it. Big love ❤️❤️❤️

[@jesseroundy]

what a genuine and honest man im happy he has found peace. Very inspirational for others that struggle with drug addiction

[@stevecapo4849]

👍💗👍💗👍💗👍

[@Tinyteacher1111]

Jesse Zeus I agree.

[@malemodeljr]

I couldn't agree more. I would love to visit him sometime.

[@MTheChequeGuy]

I’m so blessed to work with many native Americans and appreciate their wisdom...

[@TierraJaiAwakenings]

This is beautiful advice "make peace with your feelings and thoughts and all you carry inside..."

[@txdurk]

I love sage for praying. Sweetgrass instantly relieves ne of all stress. Two great plants given to us by the Creator.

[@cultofmalgus1310]

white sage makes me happy and helps me manage my panic disorder

[@coleenrajotte111]

yes it's so calming!

[@susieQ1982]

I had a rough day and went by the herb shop for supplements and there was a whole table of sage..... i immediately came home and smudged ... I’m so calm now

[@paulmiller7709]

Same!!!

[@lieugebo805]

I'm fascinated by native culture I believe it to be true to the earth and soul

[@marjoriegoodwin2993]

Weeping openly is important for others to see a strong person do. It teaches others that it is no shame to carry their feelings in honesty. Modeling strength and sensitivity together, is allowing the great spirit within you to shine through you, illuminating all around you.

[@coleenrajotte111]

yes always listen to our elders...a blessing to have Wilfred share his story and his teachings...have a great day everybody!

[@jilligain3409]

Very wise man. The things he's been thru were not pleasant at all, but have helped to shape him into the wonderful being he is today. Many blessings

[@coleenrajotte111]

Yes a true mentor

[@brentferguson442]

I thank the viewers for learning a bit more of our ancestors, now that knowledge lives within you as well. Without you, this living blessing would die.

[@coleenrajotte111]

Hi thanks for your kind words!

[@CathyD1976]

I love ❤ his voice it's so calming

[@jfm14]

I agree... and I love your profile pic, btw. ;)

[@AlleyHen]

So good to see someone who has came so far!! I know so many that I truly hope watch this & think of the possibilities for their own growth!! We all need this wisdom from elders such as Elder Wilfred!! This shows people a glimmer of light & the hope for development in our lives!! Remember that there is nothing wrong with crying!! As he says this is part of the healing process!! Crying & laughter!! We need both in our lives!! :)) Thank you Elder Wilfred!!

[@Love-tl2gh]

It took me 11 years to see this great message from the creator, that is the path. Thank you for all you have done to keep the information available. 🙏❤

[@domib.3924]

I feel more at peace just listening to him.

[@fojofomojo]

Big Thanks! Thanks to the sweat lodge and cleansing. I haven't had alcohol in 14 years now, thanks to the Creator.

[@GLesbihonest]

Crying is like taking your soul through a car wash. It washes and cleanses, and it heals. 🙏🏾😊

[@peashooter8228]

Thank you for sharing your ancient wisdom. The Natives are wonderful people that i admire very much.

[@0dietz0]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us Wilford...what a beautiful soul you have...❤️

[@blgfan97]

Because Truth fulfills you when you see it, you also realize Truth when you fulfill yourself :) Thank you Wilfred Buck!

[@faeryangelharvey9720]

Sage is also an anti-inflammatory, great for any inflammation like headaches, menstral pain, swelling, back pain etc.. if on medication please check with your doctor re combining medicines 💜

[@karenabrams8986]

He is so relatable.

[@mikeotto6525]

Swear I love this guy

[@TeebTrois]

I hope this brother shares what he knows to everyone he cares about. It will light the path for someone else.

[@cheflap1]

I am very impressed by all the positive feedback. Thank you for sharing your ways and wisdom, Your dreams gave you the path to your true spirit, may all ho have shared your iner peace take from it and give it back.

[@laurastrobel718]

So helpful I too have struggled with alcohol addiction and know so many who do Most are still living but a few who were close to me have died one most recently in the spring Practices such as smudging keeps away negative energy and provides grounding This is right on time as there is a large pow wow occurring in my community this weekend. I plan on attending We can learn a lot from our Native brothers and sisters Thanks for the upload☺💝🎆

[@Aeyia]

native american culture and lore is so precious, I wish I could meet with them I would listen all day to their insight and stories

[@gpe1279]

Beautiful and powerful. Just take some time and respect for whats inside of you and that then resonates and touches everything and everyone you come in contact with. After all, we are everything and all is connected. LOVE, LIGHT AND PEACE.

[@Nolongersurviving]

Blessings and life-long healing to whomever is seeking freedom from their past!!

[@amanda123184]

Beautiful wisdom. Blessings to you and gratitude.

[@amandabialkowski9131]

this is y i grow it. i can share with my people. help other people ❤

[@suamelhorversao8]

What a heartfelt video. He is such a blessed soul. Thank you for this.

[@BonafideToolJunkie]

Wish I could find this sage in the wild. You can purchase quality herb quite easily, but there's something special about finding it in your own environment.

[@nyannayn80]

Paul Weatherby why not grow it yourself?

[@BonafideToolJunkie]

Squuuaaawk. ..I just might do that. Seeds are available.

[@donnakeeley7924]

You can find ceremonial white sagebrush on the Continental Divide in the spring about June is the best because it is growing and is tender, full of oil. Remember to bless and thank the sage before you pick. Give back what you take. Tobacco or living water. Pick in the morning just as the dew has almost left. Montana, Idaho and Colorado, is where it is abundant. Large sage is a sign of good soil and good grasses. Short sage soil is not growing as fast, pass it by. Hope that helps you in your quest for healing and vitality.

[@herbicalife1225]

@@donnakeeley7924 ty

[@garybrinker4522]

I found started plants at Farm store garden area last Spring, and grew well all Summer..We had very cold temp. last night 8 deg. Hope that I can still use some of it..

[@tommiebrooks8573]

I THANK our CREATOR that you're still here among the living and you're definitely a gift to the world.

[@GTLakeMate]

Such a wonderful story. It made me teary eyed. Thank you for sharing your story, and advise on such an important medicine.

[@miguelobrien]

First learned from a young Navajo man, carried a small bundle. We all had bad stomachs from some water in Sycamore Canyon, Arizona. One was too sick to get out of the van and see the Grand Canyon. We picked him up, his grandmother and sister, heading toward the Rez. He gave us each some to chew. We all got better soon. Having stomach issues from painkillers and remembered how much it helped, many times after that. My son brought me back some from Nevada, without being asked. Just telepathy. Thanks. See you on FB, where i can tell the rest of the story.

[@lenawhite2815]

Thanks!

[@landigb9481]

Thank you for the lesson. Being on my own spiritual path, I will take what you said to heart with much respect.

[@dawnfrear1003]

THANKS FOR THE TRUTH AND THANKS FOR THE WISDOM ON SAGE PEACE AND JOY TO YOU ALL

[@coleenrajotte111]

Thanks Frankie and everyone else! I will be uploading more elder teachings this week

[@dianejackola4685]

Thank You for all of your knowledge patient for teaching us much Love to you and your Family Amen🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@dorothybarker7605]

Thank you for posting videos about the healing relationships between people and plants. I am Passamaquoddy and I am always glad to hear from my Northern neighbors.

[@tantalon111]

I am teaching a traditional healing class. Your knowledge means a great deal for me. Thank you for posting.

[@rokhard1000]

Thank you Wilfred for sharing your knowledge 🙏🏻

[@cynthiacabe1675]

Thank you for this video. So touching. I'm so grateful for the wisdom shared.

[@pipekeepers]

awsome! we need to share what we can with the world. no one can take your spirituality that is in your heart.

[@carmiehudson9022]

Thank you for sharing your healing journey and your wisdom. So very much appreciated.

[@lestattt100]

Thank you for shareing your knowledge and spreading your love and respect for the earth. Bless you my brother and have a wonderful life! Squirrel~

[@isistierra385]

Great video. Wilfred Buck you are an incredible person. Thank you for sharing this information with us. Returning to traditional ways is difficult without guidance, but people like you make it easier. Peace and love your way dear Elder.

[@markboudreau1410]

Inspirational! Way to turn your life around. Thanks for sharing!

[@Jerkygrrrrl]

Such beautiful words for making peace with ourselves, so true.

[@thebrideoffrankenstein2415]

Thank you Elder Wilfred Buck ...appreciate you teaching us....

[@charlettemackmccoy4325]

I'm not sure how this post came about but I'm glad it did. Mahalo ( thanks ) from Honolulu Hawaii

[@smokeymcbongwater3561]

Wow thanks for the Awsame video

[@ingridgilbert4917]

Thank you for the teaching and for your honesty as well, it is good to tell people however bad things get it doesn't have to stay that way if you have the will to change. Sage smudging is also good if you have any special feathers it will keep them in the best condition.

[@unifyhumanity9733]

I'm so blessed to be surrounded by land that provides this sacred plant naturally. I grew my own last year which was amazing, those plants were buddies and we built a bond lol but.. there's something so special about harvesting naturally , provided by the land on its own.

[@coleenrajotte111]

Yes I agree! I am starting sage seeds today!

[@unifyhumanity9733]

@@coleenrajotte111 🥰🤗 Sending many sacred blessings and happy growing vibes. 🫂🌎

[@biker-dog-poppy]

much respect for mr wilfred, amazing journey to get back on the right road.

[@progressivegranny4207]

Beautiful, Thank You for Sharing your Journey!

[@kachinaferguson3958]

God bless my brothers and sisters on the front line water is life

[@lizlivings8813]

I am trying to learn because my name is Sage and I found some in the pasture at my home.

[@sherrydillahunty9354]

Volunteer plant too. Blessed Up my dear! Tehillim150

[@af398]

This was such a beautiful interview! I really enjoyed it

[@mrsmarciad]

Vitality TV thank you for a lovely video. I have learned alot. I use Sage regularly. Love & light. London.

[@CiaofCleburne]

Very informative. Thank you for taking the time.

[@PeggyJame]

Indigenous people deserve respect

[@emotionalfish1181]

Powerful. Thank you for this message.

[@davidbutler7142]

It is said that it's never too late to learn. I am in the learning stage of reclaiming my heritage from 2 continents,here and Africa. I know that both teach respect for nature and each other. And to live in harmony with the earth.

[@VondaBoo]

Wonderful words of wisdom!!!~ Thank you Most High~

[@CalvinsCorner72]

Thanks I feel the spiritual world is awesome and they are talking to me through this video. I have been thinking for some time about how to pick or gather my own sage. I know now when, how and what to look for. WADO

[@coleenrajotte111]

Thanks Calvin!

[@millii-mae1910]

beautiful words from the heart .. thankyou

[@brit1on1global50]

I'm new to this meditation and it is very relaxing I've found a peace of mind with in myself..

[@Romans15.32]

This was a great segment, I got a lot out of it. Elder Wilfred, I am just coming out the other side of what you were talking about and feel enlightened. Thank you for your wisdom, a lot of it rang home. Melinda Rhodes

[@kittkat2140]

Thank you May The Most High bless you 🙏

[@charmainefield6785]

My gratitude for this sharing 🙏🏼

[@OllieT123]

I am growing sage on my balcony. I really love the way it smells. Thank you for making this video and thank you for the wonderful teachings. Blessings

[@monicafraziernorman]

Thank u to this Elder I love u and ur spirit omg thank u to the ppl that filmed this and May you reach the greatest wings ever thank u from A half black And Native American gurl from North Carolina from us to you Much Love much Respect Peace Balance Harmony with Tons of Love and Blessings Thank u Kind Sir

[@gregor6922]

Thanking you for sharing your Wisdom Great Elder. PLEASE SHARE, SO ALL CAN KNOW THE TRUTH...

[@coleenrajotte111]

oh and I am Cree ...I live in Winnipeg, Manitoba. .Canada

[@thewicked_gamer1387]

vitalitytv Tansi. I'm Cree as well, my kookum is Metis tho but still Cree. hi from Saskatchewan lol

[@dilleydoll1001]

vitalitytv I’m Hidatsa. The Cree and Hidatsa were once one.

[@wvwoman3193]

That was very informative, thank you!

[@Hi-xd5ox]

Thank you Elder Wilfred Buck

[@johngrant9595]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge & words of wisdom :)

[@cierrahpeart1248]

Aho elder I needed to hear this

[@richardturk6130]

hallelujah beautiful story :) I had the same types of problems, it's a blessing to be able to work through your problems with yourself and loved ones :)

[@pamelamelvin4054]

Thank you for sharing your gift thank you thank you thank you

[@JonathonTaoofJonathonBeauchamp]

Very moving video!!!! Yes my brother, I understand what you are sharing and I thank you for sharing with us:-)

[@daughterofthemosthigh5241]

I burn sage and my spirits awaken.. everytime

no thats just your smoke detector going off .

[@MsMcmoe]

Such a lovely spirit with a gentle voice to listen to~

[@coleenrajotte111]

MsMcmoe yes such a nice man!

[@LEDANCETHERAPY]

Love natives and their wisdom and good will. We learn so much from them

[@san0112]

Thank you! I don't want to sound crazy, but here it goes. I dream a lot. Sometimes good dreams, not many thou. I usually forget them, however one particular dream, I remember something very similar to what you had just posted. It made me feel good, which is the most important. I don't know what to think now, after seeing what you have said. I am 52 years old and still looking and crying.

[@rezchicklet]

OMG! I love this, I wanna transcribe your advice to someone feeling down and let my sonny read it! Amazing words. Thank you :)

[@joannekramirez]

Hey my friend glad went on rite path my granny Wray bellentine told me stories of old times iam 62 now was 56 years ago still remember

[@coleenrajotte111]

thanks everyone! feel free to share :) join me on Facebook if u can....Coleen Rajotte or Coleen Rajottes

[@davidireland9195]

Thank You. For more knowledge that is true power never to be better than another but to share if they wish to know