Chief Reuben George of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation and Yogacharini Maitreyi share wisdom and experiences from Indigenous and yogic traditions. They discuss how ancestral wisdom can guide us through today’s challenges—illuminating pathways of healing, cultural resilience, and respectful collaboration. This cross-cultural dialogue invites us to remember that the roots of true well-being are woven through history, land, and spirit. Chief Reuben George is an environmental and spiritual leader, Sundance Chief of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, and internationally recognized for his advocacy to protect Indigenous lands and waters. Yogacharini Maitreyi is the founder of Arkaya Foundation and a master teacher of India’s indigenous yoga and healing sciences, with over 25 years of teaching experience worldwide. Learn more about her, Arkaya Foundation, and the Arkaya 50-hour teacher training at @ Donations for Arkaya are welcome here: http://www.arkaya.net/donate Hosted by Ross McKeachie, host of Branches of Wisdom (Banyen Books Podcast series) and Arkaya Foundation Community Director and Assistant Teacher Trainer. This presentation is part of the 4th annual Decolonizing Dialogues: Celebrating Indigenous & Yogic Cultures June 12 & 15, 2025 Presented by the Arkaya Foundation in collaboration with Banyen Books & Sound. In honor of International Yoga Day and National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Decolonizing Dialogues series returns for its fourth year—bringing together Indigenous and yogic wisdom keepers for transformative conversations and embodied practices. This unique event explores the shared impacts of colonization, celebrates cultural resilience, and nurtures healing through authentic, respectful dialogue. Tune in at 7 PM PST on Sunday June 15th as well for the conversation on Healing the Trauma of Colonization with Yogacharini Maitreyi. Arkaya Foundation | https://www.arkaya.net/ Banyen Books & Sound | https://www.banyen.com The wisdom of the past is the healing of the future.