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Michelle Tellez
Scholar of Mexican-American studies at the University of Arizona, with family roots in Jalisco, Mexico. Specializes in cultural traditions and their impact on community and identity.
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Aug 17, 2025
• 27min
HGW Presents: How Rituals Help Us Process Grief (The Science of Happiness)
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Michelle Tellez, a scholar specializing in cultural traditions, and Matthew Sandoval, known as Dr. Muerte for his expertise on Day of the Dead, explore how rituals like Dia de los Muertos help us process grief. They discuss the significance of the ofrenda, how the holiday has evolved over time, and its impact on familial ties and cultural identity. Personal anecdotes highlight the healing power of communal practices and the balance between tradition and modern influences, such as commercialization in today's society.
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