Ancestral Magic by Frankie Castanea | Ancestral Healing, Folk Magic & Spiritual Reconnection

Reconnect with lineage, tradition, and belonging with Ancestral Magic by Frankie Castanea, author of Spells for Change and creator known as “Chaotic Witch Aunt.”

Thoughtful and accessible, Ancestral Magic offers a mindful approach to exploring ancestral spiritual practices while acknowledging the complicated histories that can shape our relationships with culture, identity, and tradition. Drawing from their own journey of ancestral reclamation, Castanea guides readers through questions of lineage and belonging while examining the effects of colonization, assimilation, displacement, and generational trauma.

Rather than presenting ancestral practice as a single path, this guide encourages readers to research their own histories, approach traditions with respect, and develop meaningful connections rooted in understanding and intention.

Inside, readers will explore topics including:

• Discovering individual ancestral and spiritual practices
• Researching family, cultural, and spiritual lineage
• Connecting with ancestral plant and animal allies
• Understanding and navigating oral traditions
• Identifying trustworthy research sources
• Finding teachers and establishing mentorship
• Exploring cultural identity and belonging
• Approaching generational trauma with awareness and care

Gentle, practical, and deeply reflective, Ancestral Magic is an illuminating resource for witches, spiritual practitioners, and anyone interested in ancestral healing, folk traditions, cultural reclamation, and building a more intentional relationship with those who came before them.

Author: Frankie Castanea