Gul-Gul:(Emotional Release Bath)

Among these Yogad's and other ethnolinguistic group like Ilocano etc. in Echague Isabela, death is not the final destination of the dying, instead it's a way to the spiritual world. 

Another practice of  Yogad's and also Ilocano's    ritual that is done right after a week,  the Gul-Gul or an emotional release bath it can be done in a river, or even at home . Led by a "Magimmun" a ritual leader, to soothe each family member, to help them release the emotional and even physical weight of mourning from their hearts and minds. 

Together these kind of rituals reflect the Yogad People's deep respect for their ancestors, and also their compassion and care after grieving. 

This is not just a way of farewell, it is also a way for healing and connection - both in the living and in the spiritual world.