Sunday, November 01, 2026
The Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) is a traditional Mexican holiday celebrated primarily on November 1 and 2 to honor and welcome back the souls of deceased loved ones. Day of the Dead - November 1: Día de los Inocentes or All Saints' Day, dedicated to the spirits of children who have passed away. • November 2: Día de los Muertos or All Souls' Day, dedicated to the spirits of adults. Origins and Significance • Mesoamerican Roots: The holiday traces back roughly 3,000 years to ancient Indigenous cultures in Mesoamerica, including the Aztecs, Toltecs, and Maya, who viewed death as a natural continuation of life rather than the end. • Catholic Fusion: During the colonial era, these pre-Hispanic death rituals blended with Roman Catholic observances—specifically All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. • Joyful Remembrance: Rather than focusing strictly on mourning, the celebration embraces color, music, and storytelling to keep the memory of ancestors alive.
Gabor Mate: The Life that Fits You
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What if the difficult season you're going through is preparing you for the best chapter of your life? Sometimes, life becomes quiet before everything changes. You may feel disconnected from your old identity, uncertain about your future, or less interested in the things that once mattered to you. It can feel like you're standing between the person you used to be and the person you're becoming. But what if this season is an opportunity to grow, rediscover yourself, and prepare for a new beginning?
Linguini lost in the Pantry
Last night when I came home from the grocery store I was loading cans of plum tomatoes into my deep cupboard. I reached in to create space and I found an empty 1 pound cellophane package of linguini. It was way in the back. It had jagged mouse bites along the plastic. I grabbed a flashlight and saw many little mouse turds. I cleaned everything up. I am amazed.
Rewriting Your Love Story: Breaking the Cycle of Unavailability | Dr. Gabor Maté Healing Words of Gabor Maté Healing Words of Gabor Maté
Dr. Gabor Maté. How to stop loving people who can't love you back