My siblings and I are planning our grandmother's memorial and we're split between the traditional Korean rituals our parents want and something more 'American' that feels authentic to how we actually knew her. None of us really understands what the traditional ceremonies are supposed to do for the living versus the dead, and we're worried about either dishonoring her or performing something that feels empty to us.
More people experience this than they realize.
A family caught between generations and cultures needs to understand what different mourning practices actually accomplish before they can create something that honors both their heritage and their lived experience.
“Where Are You with Grief rituals across cultures — what they accomplish?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
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