Research Your Roots
Learn one small piece of your roots, so you feel more connected and confident when sharing your culture.
30+ mins
Monthly
Effort: Moderate-
Ingredient: Connection to Cultural Roots
Staying connected to where you come from - through language, traditions, food, arts, stories, and shared spaces.
How
Choose one theme: Pick a small topic for this month - like a festival, recipe, craft, or hometown story.
Use three sources: Ask one elder or local keeper-of-knowledge, read one reliable source (book/museum/archive/community org), and look up one neutral reference (dictionary/etymology/map). Note 3 facts + 3 terms.
Write a short story: Save your notes and write a 60-second version in plain words. Share it back with the person you spoke to.
Easy Start
Write your theme for this month and call one person for a 5-minute starter story.
Why It Matters
Questions and Thoughts
- “I don’t know where to start.” → Begin with a festival/recipe/place you already touch; keep the scope small.
- “I might get things wrong.” → Cross-check with two sources and read your 60-second story back to someone who knows.
- “This could turn into a big project.” → One theme per month, three sources only - stop there.
Care Notes
Avoid “one true way” claims - many practices vary by region, community, and family. Be careful with sensitive details (addresses, personal histories); share only with consent. Credit people who taught you (if they’re comfortable), and be open to corrections - culture is living, not fixed.
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