Remembering Our Ancestors: The Magic of Dia de los Muertos

Learn WHY it is so important to invite your ancestors into your home and how to invite them in. In this conversation, Erin Garay explores the rich tradition of Dia de los Muertos, emphasizing its significance in honoring and connecting with loved ones who have passed. She discusses the spiritual aspects of inviting ancestors into our homes, the importance of ancestral blessings, and practical ways to celebrate this tradition, including creating an ofrenda and understanding the transient nature of life through the tradition of tapetes. Erin encourages listeners to embrace their heritage and the healing power of remembrance.

Takeaways

• Dia de los Muertos allows us to remember our loved ones.
• The tradition helps to marry grief and joy.
• Ancestral blessings can heal generational curses.
• Creating an ofrenda is a way to honor loved ones.
• Specificity is key when inviting spirits into your home.
• Marigold flowers are used to attract spirits to altars.
• Tapetes symbolize the transient nature of life.
• Stories keep the energy of loved ones alive.
• Cultural appropriation should be approached with respect.
• Setting intentions and love attracts spirits.

 

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• How we experience our loved ones after they've crossed over. Listen to Episode 90 here. 
• How to protect your home as the spiritual veil thins.  Listen to episode 89 here
• Traditions of Dia de los Muertos https://youtu.be/HtdUV3cDW0w?si=1OMMnhRCA-QZoPJg
• History of Dia de los Muertos https://youtu.be/Cr3pbbSxE4U?feature=shared
• Experience Dia de los Muertos on this incredible trip: https://youtu.be/bLgyxHxJrWc?si=vwrbS9IQfpq6awae