What is an ahupua'a?
A land division system used by the Hawaiians to divide the island from mauka to makai
What's the English word for Loko I'a?
Fish pond
Why is mindfulness important?
It helps us be present, stay grounded and regulate our emotions.
What does 'olelo Hawai'i stand for?
Hawaiian language
This place was talked about in the Ahupua'a video...
What ahupua'a do you live in?
Why are Loko I'a/ the ocean referred to as "Da Icebox"?
Provide food and sustenance
What mindfulness technique did we practice last week?
Breathing technique
Pehea 'oe? means...
How are you?
Name 3 celebrities that were born in Hawaii.
Barack Obama
Bruno Mars
Nicole Kidman
Tua Tagovailoa
Why were ahupua'a divided from mauka to makai?
So each community had access to all resources and could be self sustainable.
Why is there a movement to restore Loko I'a?
To restore cultural and sustainable practices. Grow and eat more local fish rather than rely on foreign imports.
A coping skills is a tool you can use when you're upset to help you calm down.
What is your go-to coping skill?
Breathing
Going for a Walk
Listening to Music
Going to the Beach
Calling a supportive friend/mentor
Exercise
What does "Aloha" mean?
Aloha, love, affection, compassion, mercy, sympathy, pity, kindness, sentiment, grace, charity; greeting, salutation, regards; sweetheart, lover, loved one; beloved, loving, kind, compassionate, charitable, lovable; to love, be fond of; to show kindness, mercy, pity, charity, affection; Greetings! Hello! Good-by! Farewell!
Name 3 movies that were filmed in Hawaii.
Jurassic Park
Avatar
50 First Dates
Forgetting Sarah Marshall
The Descendants
Soul Surfer
What are the 3 major divisions of an ahupua'a?
Uka- Mountains/ Forests
Kula- Growing plains/ Taro Patches (Lo'i)
Kai- Fish Ponds (Loko I'a)
Each rock in the rock wall was placed with care to ensure it would stand the test of time.
What lesson you can take from this and apply to your own life?
Laying a solid foundation is important for growth over time.
How can you show support when your friends come to you for help?
Show empathy
Validate emotions
Active listening
Share coping skills
Reflective listening
In Hawaiian, thanks, gratitude; to thank is....
Mahalo
East to West, Hawaii is the " "-est state.
Fill in the blank
Widest
What is the big lesson we can learn from ahupua'a systems and strive to recreate in our communities today?
How to be a self sustaining community and have a respect for natural resources.
It took 2 years of hard work to build He'eia fishpond and it has provided for the community for over 800 years.
What lesson can be learned from this and applied to your life?
Hard work now can pay off an provide for many years to come.
What are 2 things mindfulness can bring to you?
Happiness Calmness
Health Clearing your mind
Psychological Well-being Sense of peace
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HE KE LA MU NU PI WE 'OKINA