Penobscot Nation Addiction Awareness & Prevention

02/22/2026

02/21/2026

Black Balloon Day is approaching fast. If your loved one is still alive, there’s still time to change the way you think about addiction.

Sick instead of bad. Think about that.

02/20/2026

The Future is Bright!!! ✨

02/19/2026

The Wabanaki Winter Gathering 2026: The Youth have identified numerous alternatives to substance abuse, ensuring a promising future. ✨ Here are a few.

• Hunting
• Sports
• Spread love
• Dance and sing
• Make someone smile
• Make life as fun as possible, because God granted you it

02/19/2026

The Wabanaki Winter Gathering 2026 included a session on navigating peer pressure, where our youth demonstrated remarkable wisdom and humor in their responses. ♥️

• I can’t, I play sports
• Tell them it’s against your values
• My mom will check me
• I’m calling the cops, you weirdo
• Not about that life
• Just say no, I’m healthy
• Don’t let people make fun of you for saying no
• Sorry, I do jingle dress and it’s a rule to not drink or smoke, or I can’t wear the dress
• I don’t need a v**e, it can hurt my lungs
• Sorry, no - I’m a vegetarian
• No, get away from me, I feel like I’m being forced
• No thank you, I don’t want to do bad things
• Say no, I have to go to my dog’s funeral
• I’m too young, no thanks
• Please no, I don’t need drugs
• Say, I want a good life, not getting addicted to drugs

02/18/2026

The Wabanaki Youth's contributions at the 2026 Wabanaki Winter Gathering yielded impressive results, as their discussions about addiction covered an entire wall, significantly surpassing the expected output of two poster boards!!

02/10/2026

Me too. ✨️🌸💟💗✨️

02/10/2026

More snow is coming!!❄️❄️❄️

Nolawesi has Snowshoes to borrow!

02/10/2026

March is coming up quick!!🖤🖤🖤

There will be a box and slips to fill out to be attached to the Balloons in the Health Center. 🖤🖤🖤

02/10/2026

Imagine a world where every action springs from a place of genuine kindness.
When faced with negativity, instead of mirroring it, pause and let your heart guide you.
Think about how you cherish being treated with respect and understanding.
This feeling becomes your internal guide, your moral compass, always pointing you toward empathy and integrity.
Your actions, driven by this compass, become your signature. They reveal your true character to the world, showcasing your values and beliefs.
If you desire kindness and respect from others, then offer those gifts freely.
Choose to act with honesty and compassion, letting your heart lead the way. Because ultimately, acting from the heart creates a ripple effect, inspiring others to do the same, building a world where kindness thrives and negativity diminishes.

🖋️C.E. Coombes
🎨 via Pinterest

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