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by Name Witheld
As a young man my father spent time with the Hualapai in Arizona. The Elders knew that their Ancient Ways needed to be remembered. When my father left his friends he carried a "medicine bundle" in his heart. These were the memories of the Ancient Ones. The rules are not a secret of the people, they are common sense. My father is in his eighties now, and the bundle was presented to me in a vision, and the bundle is now in my heart. No matter what I say or do this bundle directs my life. These are the rules of the bundle.
- Never argue with an angry person. They are out of balance. Don't talk. Smile. Nod your head once or twice. You will drive them crazy!
- Do not lock up your material goods. Give your things to people who need them. You can get more.
- If you see a wrong, it is your responsibility to correct the wrong.
- Everyone must be treated equally unless they do an injustice to you.
- Try and understand a person from their way of life.
- Do not put your friend to the test.
- Be concerned about others.
- Spend time with someone you don't like.
- Try not to do wrong, and block out negatives as soon as they pop into your mind.
- Always tell the truth, and make this your law. A lie can lead to murder.
- Love every thing, and everyone with your whole heart (respect).
- Do not criticize your neighbor. We only have to please God.
- Good thing and bad things happen. There is no right or wrong - only lessons.
- All weather conditions contain lessons from God, and we should adapt to hot, cold, rain, snow, and the seasons with positives.
Name of author witheld at their request.