How Rituals Help Us Process Grief
We explore D\xeda de los Muertos\u2014Day of the Dead\u2014as a ritual that nurtures community, imbues loss with meaning, and helps us process grief while also connecting through shared joy.
Summary: We investigate how D\xeda de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, rituals strengthen family ties and cultural identity, and learn about its evolution from a 3,000 year old practice to a global celebration. We look at key elements like the ofrenda and explore how commercialization\u2014like Mattel\u2019s Day of the Dead Barbie\u2014raises questions about balancing tradition with modern influences.
Guest: Michelle Tell\xe9z is an Associate Professor in Mexican-American studies at Arizona State University.
Learn more about Michelle: https://tinyurl.com/2ph3can7
Guest: Mathew Sandoval, a.ka. "Dr. Muerte," an artist and Associate Professor at Arizona State University. He is a leading expert on D\xeda de los Muertos.
Learn more about Mathew: mathewsandoval.com
Transcript coming soon.