- This term in heath we have been learning about death, dying and the afterlife, We have also learnt about some different cultural beliefs and traditions. We have learned about how other cultures deal with death differently and how some celebrate.
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2. There were a number of ways that I demonstrated respect towards other cultural beliefs during this unit. I did this by respecting the individuals that were willing to write and tell us about what their cultures do when someone dies. Other things I did were trying to understand the different beliefs and how not everyone does the same.
When u show respect to other peoples culture it tells them that you know who they are and this all involves Taha Wairua.
3. It is important that I take care of all areas of my Hāuora when I experience change, loss, or grief because it changes u as a person looking after yourself will be the only way u truly improve mentally and physically.
I can take care of my Hāuora when I experience change, loss, or grief by respecting yourself, looking after your body and speaking up. Sometimes its best to open up and talk to someone or sometimes u might deal with it yourself.
5. I have chosen to explore and investigate the culture maori.
Interesting pieces of information about maori tend to take three days to complete the process this is called a Tangihanga.
For maori the deceased is never left alone from the moment they pass until the moment they are buried a family member or supporters sit beside them all the way. Mourners or others will gather around and have a poroporoaki and say there farewells. Maori tend to sing to the deceased and say speeches.