My Mexican family does elaborate Day of the Dead altars but my gringo neighbors think it's spooky and my kids are starting to be embarrassed about our traditions and I feel like I'm losing the culture war in my own home.
More people experience this than they realize.
External judgment of ancestral traditions can make you feel defensive about practices that once felt natural.
“Where Are You with Ancestor veneration across traditions?”
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.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.