{"id":26610,"date":"2023-10-02T11:06:20","date_gmt":"2023-10-02T18:06:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spells8.com\/?p=26610"},"modified":"2023-10-02T11:06:22","modified_gmt":"2023-10-02T18:06:22","slug":"connecting-with-ancestors-and-passed-loved-ones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spells8.com\/connecting-with-ancestors-and-passed-loved-ones\/","title":{"rendered":"Connecting with Ancestors and Passed Loved Ones"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Today, we&#8217;re embarking on a journey of introspection and connection, delving into a profound practice: communicating with our ancestors. This is an opportunity to <strong>seek guidance, unravel persistent patterns, and gain clarity<\/strong> on the threads that weave through our lives. So, let&#8217;s approach this with reverence and an open heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your family tree holds a rich tapestry of experiences and wisdom, waiting to be explored. Consider this an invitation to reach out to the voices of the past, seeking their counsel and understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This may seem like unfamiliar territory, but rest assured, we&#8217;re here to guide you through this solemn yet enlightening process. Think of it as a conversation with the guardians of your lineage and the spirits of those who have crossed over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See also: <a href=\"https:\/\/spells8.com\/spell-dead-loved-one\/\">Spell for a Loved One who Passed Away<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guided Meditation (9 min.)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"100%\" height=\"166\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" allow=\"autoplay\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?url=https%3A\/\/api.soundcloud.com\/tracks\/1630180713%3Fsecret_token%3Ds-CbVUW9uJMrY&#038;color=%23ff5500&#038;auto_play=false&#038;hide_related=false&#038;show_comments=true&#038;show_user=true&#038;show_reposts=false&#038;show_teaser=true\"><\/iframe><div style=\"font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc;line-break: anywhere;word-break: normal;overflow: hidden;white-space: nowrap;text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif;font-weight: 100;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/spells8\" title=\"Spells8\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\" rel=\"noopener\">Spells8<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/spells8\/guided-meditation-for-connecting-with-ancestors\/s-CbVUW9uJMrY\" title=\"Guided Meditation for Connecting With Ancestors\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;\" rel=\"noopener\">Guided Meditation for Connecting With Ancestors<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Some other ways to contact ancestors and passed on loved ones include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Meditative States<\/strong>: Deep states of meditation, particularly <a href=\"https:\/\/spells8.com\/magic\/guided-meditations\/\">guided visualizations<\/a> or shamanic journeys, can open a channel for communication. These altered states of consciousness allow for a clearer connection to the spirit world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Altars and Sacred Spaces<\/strong>: Create a <a href=\"https:\/\/spells8.com\/ancestor-altar-ideas-pictures\/\">dedicated space in your home<\/a> where you honor your ancestors with photographs, mementos, candles, and offerings. This physical representation can serve as a focal point for spiritual connection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dream Journals<\/strong>: Keep a <a href=\"https:\/\/forum.spells8.com\/t\/my-dream-journal-tour-flip-through-and-tips\/3388\">journal<\/a> by your bedside to record any dreams or visions you have involving ancestors or loved ones who have passed. Dreams can be a powerful channel for receiving messages from the spiritual realm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Automatic Writing<\/strong>: This <a href=\"https:\/\/spells8.com\/topic\/journaling-techniques\/\">journaling technique<\/a> involves allowing your hand to write freely, almost as if the words are coming from somewhere beyond your conscious mind. This practice can lead to unexpected messages or insights from ancestors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Divination Tools<\/strong>: Use <a href=\"https:\/\/spells8.com\/divination-methods\/\">divination methods<\/a> and tools like tarot cards, pendulums, or scrying mirrors to seek guidance or messages from the spiritual realm. These methods can help you tap into your intuitive abilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Candle Magic<\/strong>: Lighting <a href=\"https:\/\/spells8.com\/honoring-your-ancestors-create-a-candle-for-ancestor-worship\/\">candles for an ancestor<\/a> with specific intentions can serve as a way to focus your energy and create a sacred atmosphere for communication with ancestors and loved ones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Automatic Drawing or Art<\/strong>: Similar to automatic writing, this type of <a href=\"https:\/\/spells8.com\/lessons\/witchcraft-in-your-art\/\">Art Magick<\/a> consists in allowing your hand to move freely with a pen or drawing tool. The resulting images or words may hold significance and messages from the spiritual realm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Affirmations for Connecting with Ancestors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>&#8220;I am open to receiving the wisdom and guidance of my ancestors.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I trust that my ancestors are watching over me and guiding me.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I am grateful for the rich heritage and wisdom passed down through generations.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I am surrounded by the love and support of my ancestors.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I honor and acknowledge the presence of my ancestors in my life.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I am a vessel for the ancestral wisdom that flows through me.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I trust in the messages and signs my ancestors send me.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I am connected to the roots of my family and the strength of my ancestors.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I carry the legacy of my ancestors with pride and reverence.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I am guided by the love and wisdom of those who came before me.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today, we&#8217;re embarking on a journey of introspection and connection, delving into a profound practice: communicating with our ancestors. This is an opportunity to seek guidance, unravel persistent patterns, and gain clarity on the threads that weave through our lives. So, let&#8217;s approach this with reverence and an open heart. 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