In this episode of the Slow Down Podcast, Sonia Fregoso and Cynthia Magana explore the significance of Dia de Muertos, the importance of rituals and remembrance, and the process of decolonizing therapy. They discuss how to connect with ancestral wisdom, the role of altar building in honoring loved ones, and how to explain death to children in a gentle way. The conversation emphasizes the sacredness of these practices and the importance of integrating spirituality into therapeutic work.
Guest Bio & Links:
Cynthia “Cyn” Magaña, LCSW, is a queer intuitive and Chicana therapist, yoga teacher, and sound practitioner. She blends IFS, AEDP, and ancestral practices to support queer and trans communities, Latine cultura, and people of the global majority in healing through presence, belonging, and liberation.
To connect with Sonia Fregoso follow @lasoniafregoso or visit obsidianwoman.com