Two-Spirit Identity — Traditional Understanding
The term Two-Spirit is a modern way of describing an ancient understanding that has existed across many Indigenous Nations for countless generations. It refers to a person who carries both masculine and feminine spirits within one being — a reflection of balance, harmony, and the interconnectedness of all life.
In traditional teachings, Two-Spirit people were often viewed as balanced individuals who could see the world from multiple perspectives. This unique way of understanding life allowed them to serve important roles within their communities — as healers, helpers, storytellers, or caretakers of spiritual knowledge. Their presence represented the circle of life in full, where no side of creation stands alone.
Two-Spirit identity is deeply spiritual. It speaks to the idea that every person is born with certain gifts and responsibilities. Those who carried both spirits were seen as having a special role in maintaining balance and unity among people, nature, and the spirit world. Their wisdom came from walking between energies and understanding both equally.
Before outside influences changed Indigenous ways of life, Two-Spirit people were treated with respect and honor. Their role was understood as necessary — not as something to question, but as something sacred.
To be Two-Spirit is to embody the principle of balance within creation. It is a reminder that strength and gentleness, thought and feeling, earth and sky all exist together — and that true harmony is found when those energies are kept in balance.
• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
Heather Sport Dark Navy is 40% cotton, 60% polyester
• Fabric weight: 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²)
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador
Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Two-Spirit Identity — Traditional Understanding
The term Two-Spirit is a modern way of describing an ancient understanding that has existed across many Indigenous Nations for countless generations. It refers to a person who carries both masculine and feminine spirits within one being — a reflection of balance, harmony, and the interconnectedness of all life.
In traditional teachings, Two-Spirit people were often viewed as balanced individuals who could see the world from multiple perspectives. This unique way of understanding life allowed them to serve important roles within their communities — as healers, helpers, storytellers, or caretakers of spiritual knowledge. Their presence represented the circle of life in full, where no side of creation stands alone.
Two-Spirit identity is deeply spiritual. It speaks to the idea that every person is born with certain gifts and responsibilities. Those who carried both spirits were seen as having a special role in maintaining balance and unity among people, nature, and the spirit world. Their wisdom came from walking between energies and understanding both equally.
Before outside influences changed Indigenous ways of life, Two-Spirit people were treated with respect and honor. Their role was understood as necessary — not as something to question, but as something sacred.
To be Two-Spirit is to embody the principle of balance within creation. It is a reminder that strength and gentleness, thought and feeling, earth and sky all exist together — and that true harmony is found when those energies are kept in balance.
• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
Heather Sport Dark Navy is 40% cotton, 60% polyester
• Fabric weight: 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²)
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador
Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
