its interesting how many metrics we have (pH, mineral content, etc) to measure soil, water, air, and pollutants, but we have so little intuitive care or knowledge of the earth, no connection to it on a wider societal level. Although individually, I think every person feels connectedness to the plants and animals around them---i just don't think our society recognizes, respects, or works around these bonds. The violation of the Kuumeyaay ancestors exemplifies this alienation.

As a prospective mental health professional I really feel that these memories of pain and trauma passed down from generation to generation must be of significant resilience value to those who are bestowed them. Trauma is not fun and it sucks but passing the memories down of those who have lived it, or died of it, is a sign of love and respect to ourselves and to our loved ones.