They also value community, sharing with others, and being there for each other through thick and thin. This also connects to the strong connection to the earth and its environment. Honoring ancestors and being respectful is a must in Cherokee culture. Additionally, knowledge of your history, tribe and language is also expected. When raising children it is important to instill values ​​and beliefs in them so that they become good people who know their background. Having a sense of humor helps a lot, especially when situations are tense. It helps lighten the mood and lift everyone's spirits (“Cherokee Core Values ​​- Cherokee Preservation Foundation,” n.d.). It is the cultural norm for Cherokee women to have control over everything. Usually it would be the male who bears the clan name, but in this case she does. She is responsible for the children and when she gets married, the man comes to live with her. The husband's role is to go hunting to provide for the family. It is not uncommon for him to have more than one wife. His first wife is usually the one who chooses other wives for him ("Cherokee Indians,”