Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr Baumann on the importance of deep listening | One Plus One | ABC News

Aboriginal activist, educator and artist Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr Baumann began teaching in her Northern Territory community of Nauiyu in the 1970s – but as she explains to Dan Bourchier now is the time when her work really begins. She explains the importance of ‘dadirri’ or deep listening, and walking in two worlds.

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[prempravas]

What an extraordinary human with such wisdom for all irrespective of culture or creed. Truly insightful and playful.

[kerriehamilton]

" Let tiny drops of stillness fall gently through your day." Miriam- Rose Ungunmerr Baumann

[vickyabramowitz]

The Indigenous people of Australia believe that they should take time to appreciate nature. People in Western cultures can learn from appreciating nature, as well. But they have to slow their lives down every now and then to drink in this refreshment. There is a saying in Western culture, "Take time to stop and smell the roses." How many Westerners are actually willing to do this?

[glendaleesutardy]

Such excellent questions. Miriam is an incredible woman, as is Pilawuk. Wonderful stuff Dan!

[beatereich]

Thank you so much dear Miriam-Rose. You are beyond.
Love you.
Blessings❤❤❤from Austria

[uamiable]

There are few people I would prefer to sit at the feet and learn from than Miriam~Rose Ungunmerr Baumann.

[andreajames]

Thank you for allowing me to hear you Miriam-Rose Ungumner Baumann. I would love to meet you in person and learn more about your people xoxo

[zodjenkins]

When the Robins were culled it killed the crops; People have a connection to land, ones that run deep just like the little bird, which varies by small region to region. They live with the knowledge of the land and that's real life, magic and power. Don't deny it!! ☺