Death is a universal part of the human experience, and it is a topic that is often accompanied by a myriad of beliefs and practices. Among these practices, death rites stand out as a way to honor and heal the departed and the living. 

Death Rites for Beloveds Who Have Passed:
The first context for death rites involves beloved individuals who have recently departed. These ceremonies are of great importance because they offer a pathway for souls who may be struggling to transition to the afterlife. When a loved one doesn't cross over, it can affect not only them but also their entire family. It is believed that the energy and beliefs held by family members can either help or hinder a soul's journey. In such cases, the first step in the death rites process involves retrieving the soul, which could be residing in various realms. This process is deeply healing as it acknowledges and engages with the soul, activating soul memories for both the deceased and their family. The unraveling of the energies carried by the departed is a profound experience and can include the exchange of final messages and acts of love, bringing closure to the living and the departed.

Death Rites for Ancestors:
Death rites are not limited to recent loved ones but can also extend to ancestors who passed many generations ago. These rituals transcend time and space, allowing individuals to engage with the energies present at the time of their ancestors' deaths. To perform death rites for ancestors, one must possess knowledge about their names, locations, and other details to establish a connection. These ceremonies can have a significant ripple effect, clearing up energy in the Akashic records and DNA, leading to transformative changes.

Death Rites for the Self:
Intriguingly, death rites can also be performed on living individuals. There are two types of death rites for the self: "little death" and "big death." The "little death" involves disengaging energy centers within the body, providing a glimpse of one's consciousness beyond the physical form. This experience can be a powerful awakening. On the other hand, the "big death" entails a complete disengagement of energy centers, leading to a journey into the upper realms. It requires surrender and a willingness to let go, offering a profound perspective on existence and consciousness. These rites can be performed on the living (self), the dying, or those who have recently passed.

Death rites are sacred practices that honor the departed and contribute to the healing and growth of the living. Whether performed for recent beloveds, ancestors, or the self, these rituals provide a unique connection to the unseen realm. They remind us of the importance of healing ancestral connections, learning forgiveness, and liberating those in our lineage. By understanding the significance of death rites, we can open our eyes to a deeper understanding of life and the interconnectedness of all beings.

Lunchtime Chats episode 145

3:49 Coming back to sacred, pachamama; what makes something sacred;

5:09 younger generation polarized between breaking free or embracing the matrix

6:02 dia de los muertos; reference to Rumi’s quote- everyone sees the unseen in proportion to the clarity of their heart; what can we do to mitigate the falsehoods of the matrix- ancestral healing

11:44 more on dia de los muertos in Mexico City

16:22 culture around dia de los muertos in Tulum; ancestral healing and clearing your heart

20:15 sacredness of life and death; false matrix is a reversal of true nature; dream of the mother vs false matrix; reference of Halloween’s degrading nature; horror movie- energy harvesting sessions; need to reclaim who we are and take responsibility on how we treat our energy

23:00 dia de los muertos in the indigenous areas of Mexico; the difference between Western world and part of Mexico- connectedness vs separation;

28:03 during this time where the veil reaches critical mass, what you can do to help clarify your heart- bring forgiveness into your awareness; layers of encapsulations; the importance of resolving ancestry; benefits of death rites for ancestors

35:20 Christina’s experience with the Dao lineage; their priority on longevity

40:35 ways of doing death rites; kinds of death rites (loved ones that passed recently, ancestors that passed long time ago or death rites on yourself) and its benefits; training with indigenous teachings require ancestral work

48:18 the more ancestral work you do, the more potent your connection to dreamtime becomes; importance of dreaming the world into being; becoming unstoppable using dreamtime

50:36 what can you do for your ancestors in celebration (telling stories); importance of facing pain- having pain and pain at the same time leads to more centredness; having a strong ancestral connection can decrease being manipulated from other beings

57:03 reference to Solstice and slowing down; importance of slowing down