Curious Mystics
Welcome to Curious Mystics — a podcast where wonder meets wisdom. Hosted by two friends on a shared journey of spiritual exploration, we dive into the mysteries of the unseen world, metaphysical practices, and the deeper layers of human experience.
Through open-hearted conversations, personal stories, and thoughtful reflections, we explore topics like intuition, energy healing, dreams, consciousness, spirit guides, and the mystical moments that shape our lives.
We’re not here to claim all the answers — we’re here to stay curious, to learn alongside you, and to celebrate the magic that lives in the questions themselves. Whether you're a seasoned seeker or simply feeling the first pull toward the unknown, Curious Mystics invites you into an authentic, soulful space where exploration is sacred, and discovery is a way of life.
Join us as we walk the winding path of the curious mystic — one conversation at a time.
Curious Mystics
Death and Grief Rituals Across Cultures
In this episode of the Spiritual Mommas Podcast, hosts Aericka Khongdy and Kimaira Bernardini explore the intricate cultural rituals surrounding death and grieving. They discuss personal experiences with mental health, the importance of community in mourning, and various traditions from around the world, including Mexican Dia de los Muertos, indigenous practices in Brazil, African mourning customs, Laotion rituals, Celtic beliefs, Navajo perspectives, and Tibetan sky burials. The conversation highlights the universal themes of honoring the deceased and the significance of rituals in processing grief.
References from today's episode:
https://inelda.org/the-hispanic-way-of-death-and-dying/
https://es.ara.cat/misc/kuarup-ritual-funerario-indigenas-brasil_3_4156312.html
https://archermagazine.com.au/2023/05/grieving-connected-congolese-culture-matanaga/
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/article/2000101635/mourning-luhya-style#google_vignette
https://www.creativespirits.info/aboriginalculture/people/mourning-an-aboriginal-death
https://www.theclanbuchanan.com/
https://www.pulvisurns.com/blog
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