365 Days Of Walking The Red Road: The Native American Path to Leading a Spiritual Life Every Day

by Terri Jean

Make a pilgrimage into your soul...

365 Days of Walking the Red Road captures the priceless ancient knowledge Native American elders have passed on from generation to generation for centuries, and shows you how to move positively down your personal road without fear or doubt.

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Genres: Native American, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Philosophy, Native Americans, Self Help

400 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Sue · Rating 1 out of 5]

My rating is 1.5 stars. The monthly "Red Road Spiritual Lessons" included in this book would be a reasonably good introduction to Native American thought for the complete novice, but the daily quotations I too often found shallow and superficial and sometimes taken out-of-context (much like the televised political sound bites we are all subjected to during election years). Additionally, the "Did You Know?" comments I found demeaning to both myself as a reader and people with Native American heritage in general. (For instance, included in the "Did You Know?" lists were these gems: "Indians do not all look alike" and "Not all Indians are alcoholics." My hunch is that anyone who holds these opinions would not be buying this book in the first place!) And while I agree that we as a nation must admit to a collective guilt in our treatment of the native peoples of America, I found it disconcerting to read an uplifting spiritual quote-for-the-day followed by a reminder that "on this date in history, hundreds of innocent native women and children were murdered by . . ." and so on. Either write a book on spirituality or a history of the disgraceful treatment of America's native peoples, but don't try to do both on one page!

If you are looking for a good introduction to a traditionally Native American view of life's big questions, my suggestion is to look elsewhere. There are surely better books out there (and as soon as I find them, I will let you know!)

[Mary Ann Merlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book with hard truths

It's very difficult to remain civil in a country where in 400 years 95% of your kind were killed. Yet, us older ones realized the winds of change have come upon us. We must walk the Red Road and teach the younger ones to do the same. Now more than ever. I'm overjoyed when a young (or old) person seeks to reconnect with with Native American blood. Many are finding their way home again. May Wankan Tanka have mercy on us all. Night Horse.

[Dawn Livingston · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this book because it says interesting things that I didn't know about Native American culture. It also often says things I like and agree with. Native Americans and non-Native Americans have different ways of looking at things it seems. Is that less of a difference now then it was a hundred years ago? I'm afraid it might be but that's not something you'll find answered here. Maybe another book.

I'm interested in Native American points of view and Native American culture in general so I recommend this book if you feel the same. The book is worth reading but I'm on the fence on whether I should add it to my collection. Worth reading a copy from the library, but now that I think about it I think I'd only get it if I could get it for a dollar or two in great condition. Interesting, but not a great book, not a must have.

[ThatOwlWoman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lovely little book of daily meditations based on the wisdom of the Elders. You may start at the beginning, or follow the moon and current phase (foreword explains how). As is true with everything not all the teachings will have meaning to you at the time. I read through this, one day at a time, twice and found new wisdom that I had missed the prior time.

[Paula Dyan · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I was teaching a short course in Native American culture, this is the book I'd use. The quotes, the Red Road Lessons, the Red Road Ethics, the cultural explanations pull together all the books I've read into one small portable anthology. I keep Red Road near my bed, and read it for inspiration. 🌾pdm

[Jane K. Stecker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Book

I used the daily readings in this book for my spiritual growth. I loved this book and anyone who wants to understand something of the cultures of the First Nations of America should get this book and read it carefully. Great Job.

[inspirational yinyang · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this little book. It is a tiny bit repetitive but full of great known and lesser-known quotes, as well as historical information. I keep it on my desk and refer to it often. It's a good reminder of the really important things in life and how to stay grounded. I recommend it for anyone on a spiritual path.

[Shania · Rating 5 out of 5]

well this book has a good thing about it when you need some help for a bad day this is the thing to read bc you might learn something in the mean time and in every day you read you might get somewhere where your quotation will be asked and help you with something you wanna know this is the great book to read and i hope you enjoy it

[Marc Mendoza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for spiritual enlightenment in learning about the Native Americans' history and some culture perspective. This book has made my life better by following the Red Road and practicing what wise men have passed down through traditional teachings.

[justlyss222 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Could not put this down. If you are looking to deepen your spiritual path or are a Native trying connect to her roots and ancestors, read this. Amazing to see my tribe included along with some really cool facts!!

[Matthew Wells · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the Red Road

[Leigh · Rating 5 out of 5]

I followed the teachings for the 365 days and I found it to be calming. I looked forward to a new quote everyday and learning about the different tribes' teachings.

[Maura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great quotes, historical facts, and insights for every day of the year. I learned a lot from this book and will pick it back up in the future.

[Seven Crow · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful book of daily wisdom and historical quotes. A must read!

[Jo Matey · Rating 3 out of 5]

A few good quotes and knowledge to share, and a lot of names and dates of the original inhabitants of this country but little other background on some really strong and ethical tribal leaders.

[David Roberts · Rating 4 out of 5]

This waws an interesting daily reading book in that it provides multiple different approaches to reading about Native American culture. There is a quote per day, but also "On this day in history," as well s=as special setions for different times of year. There are occasional "Did you know?" sections that I found most useful, since I didn't know anything...

Living in New Mexico, this is a great book for me, and for anyone who wants to expand their perspective on Native American thought and wisdom and history.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bits of wisdom from those who have passed on along with interesting facts that are great to learn. July's Red Road Ethic Speak the Truth, "Speak only the truth and do right always. You are what you say...and what you say needs to be honest, forthright, and of your own personal belief. Without truth you cannot achieve inner balance-balance within yourself, with other beings, with Mother Earth, and with the Creator".

[Eden Silverfox · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book on Amazon and a few years ago my boyfriend got it for me as Christmas gift.

I have found it to be a positive book that teaches wisdom as well as history and interesting facts. There are many pages I have marked so I can reread them.

I truly enjoyed this book and it will be one that I continue to reread.

[Tim Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I started this book this past week and being a 365 days of spiritual path, I figure I may have read it at least once through next year about this time. More review perhaps in 2023. So far, I'm loving the insights and thought-provoking daily pathways.

After passing through more than a year with this gem, I'm still loving the insights and thought-provoking daily pathways.

[Benjamin Barnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lots of good information

This was a wonderful book. It has a lot of good quotable material it teaches a great deal of Biographies and Facts about different tribes. It teaches a little bit about customs and languages.

[Celeste · Rating 5 out of 5]

first one was a gift, which in turn was given to one in need. the second an third ones I bought myself, gifted it out when the need had arised. Getting ready to buy my fourth copy :)

[Shari · Rating 5 out of 5]

Poetry, philosophy, spirituality, social and environmental responsibility rolled into one package.

[Bennie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book. Nice daily reader with historical facts about Native American leaders and teachers.