From the author of Spells for Change comes a gentle, informative, and deeply necessary guide to reconnecting mindfully with ancestral practices and healing generational trauma along the way.

Frankie Castanea—vibrant creator and practitioner known online as "Chaotic Witch Aunt"—draws beautifully on their own complex journey of ancestral reclamation. They guide readers through the essential questions of cultural and spiritual identity, lineage, and belonging, while emphasizing that any true process of reconnection must thoughtfully navigate historical traumas like colonization and assimilation.

Balancing deep emotional guidance with accessible, practical advice, this book is an invaluable resource for independent minds looking to ground their practice in authentic roots.

Inside you'll find guidance on:

Discovering your individual ancestral practices
Connecting with ancestral plant and animal allies
Navigating oral traditions safely and respectfully
Identifying reliable sources of research and establishing mentors

About the Author:

Frankie Castanea is a writer, folk witch, practitioner of Italian American folk magic, animist, and tarot card reader. Renowned for creating both comedic and brilliant educational content across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, their work focusing on accessible, real-world pagan practices has been featured in Bust and Nylon.

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