Raising Upright People
An Indigenous Parenting Framework
About This BookIN A WORLD OF ENDLESS PARENTING METHODS AND CONFLICTING ADVICE, WHAT IF THE ANSWERS HAVE BEEN HERE ALL ALONG?
Raising Upright People bridges ancient wisdom and modern family life, drawing from thousands of years of Indigenous knowledge that has successfully raised resilient, grounded children across generations.
Rooted in the sacred traditions of the Dogon people of Burkina Faso — "the land of upright people" — this book offers parents a time-tested alternative to the trial-and-error approaches that dominate contemporary parenting.
Discover how to:
Recognize and nurture your child's unique spiritual gifts and destiny. Create structure and rhythms that build executive functioning naturally. Balance individual expression with community harmony. Use wellness practices that integrate physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Establish family purpose that guides all parenting decisions.
Written by authors who combine years of study with Indigenous elders and professional expertise in child development and education, this book shares practical wisdom for modern families — without requiring you to abandon the world you live in.
From understanding your child's essence to creating daily routines that honor both tradition and contemporary life, Raising Upright People provides the foundation many parents have been searching for.
"What modern psychology is just discovering, Indigenous communities have known for millennia: children thrive when raised with clear purpose, community support, and respect for their inherent wisdom."
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