
How Indigenous storytelling is helping a new generation of Hawaiians heal from trauma
Overview:
In this reflective and emotionally powerful article, Dorimalia Waiau opens up about the personal healing journey behind her Be Manaful series. Drawing on Hawaiian mythology, Indigenous spirituality, and her lived experience as a survivor of abuse, she explores how ancestral wisdom and storytelling became tools for resilience.
Author bio:
Dorimalia Waiau is a critically acclaimed Native Hawaiian author whose Be Manaful series empowers young readers to face challenges like abuse, bullying, and anxiety through themes of self-healing and Hawaiian mythology. A former educator with over two decades of experience, she is a passionate advocate for Indigenous storytelling and cultural reconnection.
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