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It is not medicine men! Its shamen!

Medicine man! Puh-lease!

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In Native American cultures, individuals become medicine men by undergoing specific training and initiation rites within their community. Typically, they are chosen for their spiritual gifts, healing abilities, and knowledge of traditional medicines. Medicine men play a crucial role in providing spiritual guidance and healing practices within their tribe.

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