Tea at Shiloh Annex, Downtown Los Angeles
Across diverse cultures, there exists a profound and often revered connection between death and dreams, particularly in the phenomenon of dreaming about the deceased. These dreams are widely interpreted as opportunities for spiritual communication from loved ones who have passed on. They are believed to convey messages, offer guidance, and provide comfort by reaffirming the continuity of relationships beyond physical life. In many traditions, dreaming of the dead is viewed as a sacred experience, where dreams are respected as a means to process grief, find closure, and gain spiritual insights into the afterlife. Ritual practices, such as dream incubation ceremonies, underscore the fact that dreams bridge the gap between the living and the dead, fostering a deeper understanding of existence and the enduring bonds of love and connection.
'Dreaming with Death' is a conversation and immersive experience into the themes of death, grief and the afterlife, through the lens of dreams and expanded states of awareness. Unlike our shared cross-cultural traditions, grief and death have unfortunately become taboo in modern culture, causing unnecessary isolation and discomfort for bereaved people. Making space to normalize death and dying, our experiences of grief and loss, and maintaining a relationship with our loved ones beyond their physical form is essential for our wellbeing. Let's unite together in the presence of this profound mystery and help each other harness the courage and understanding to face life, and death, with open arms.
Because death is our universal shared fate, this gathering is open to all no matter if you are currently processing grief or if you are simply curious about exploring the connection between dreaming and death. If you have a personal dream experience of a deceased loved one, we will invite you to share this with the group.