Life Kit Create a ritual to honor your ancestors
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Nov 21, 2023 Discover the power of honoring your ancestors by creating meaningful rituals. Learn how understanding your lineage can enhance self-awareness and emotional health. The philosophy of Sankofa is explored, encouraging reflection on inherited traits. Personal narratives reveal healing through family history connections. Strategies for researching genealogy, especially for communities facing challenges, are discussed. Embrace generational wisdom and bring untold stories to life through traditions and practices that celebrate your heritage.
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The Ham Story
- A mom always cuts off the end of the ham before cooking.
- Her child later learns this was because their old oven was too small.
Inherited Behaviors
- We inherit behaviors and ways of seeing the world from our ancestors.
- Examining these inherited patterns can help us understand and change unhelpful behaviors.
Find Your Why
- Determine your reason for connecting with your ancestors.
- This could be for practical health reasons, understanding behavior patterns, or spiritual connection.