The Day of the Dead is about honoring deceased loved ones, including family members and friend, and making peace with the eventuality of death by treating it familiarly, without fear and dread. Rather than focusing on mourning, the holiday emphasizes joy, memory, and connection, as death is a natural part of life. The holiday is rooted in the rituals and beliefs of the pre-Hispanic peoples of Mexico.
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