This week we entered the waters of Oshun, the Orisha of freshwater, love, beauty, fertility, wealth, pleasure, and emotional intelligence. Oshun teaches us that power does not come from forcing or chasing, it comes from alignment, receptivity, and discernment. Like the river, her medicine is gentle, steady, and transformative. Like the bee, she protects what is sacred. Spiritual & Energetic Associations: - Domain: Freshwater, love, fertility, wealth, emotional intelligence, manifestation - Elemental Quality: Flowing freshwater, moisture, sweetness - Direction: South / Southeast (varies by lineage) - Number: 5 - Day: Saturday / Friday - Colors: Gold, yellow, pink, peacock hues and white - Sacred Materials: Honey, river water, brass, gold, mirrors, fans, shells - Body Systems: Reproductive organs, womb, blood, lymph, fluids, skin Oshun governs the sweet waters of life, emotion, intimacy, creativity, and abundance. She teaches us how to: - Receive without guilt - Give without depletion - Set boundaries without bitterness - Trust divine timing Oshun asks us: “Are you flowing… or forcing?” The Lesson: Flow Without Self-Abandonment This week’s lesson focused on stopping the push and learning to listen for spirit’s timing. Oshun teaches: - Over-giving blocks abundance - Resentment dries up sweetness - Receiving is a spiritual practice When we give from overflow, the river stays full.When we give to earn love, the river floods or dries up. Alignment vs. Misalignment (Real-Life Reflection) When Oshun is in alignment: - You give from abundance, not obligation - You receive support, love, and resources with ease - Your emotions move freely without overwhelm - Your boundaries are clear and calm - Pleasure is embodied, not performed When Oshun is misaligned: - Over-giving leads to resentment - Caretaking becomes currency for love - Hyper-independence replaces community - Emotions are suppressed or weaponized - Sweetness becomes bitterness

Obatala; king of the white cloth. He exudes wisdom and strength and divine light. He is the owner of all heads as he shapes the head every person. Yes, there typically are "mother and father" Orisa also present during the time your head was formed, and when you chose your destiny. For a person, new to the Ifa Tradition, Connecting with your Ori, and Obatala is a great starting point. The First Orisa, who came to the earth to help construct the earth and its inhabitants. Obatala's number is 8. His color is white Offerings He accepts: Spring waters, Coconut milk, fresh coconut, eggs, coconut rice, Kola nut, Palm oil, various fruits, etc. Some of his symbols include: snails, mountians, and ladders So far, I have personally learned about 45 roads of Obatala. Each "road" is a different aspect. These aspects show up in various ways in our lives. The different roads of Obatala offer wisdom and guidance on a specific level. For example: If you are having medical concerns or problems, you can sit with the energy of Obatala Oyeku. This road focuses on health and well being. Working with doctors, physicians and medicine makers men and women. One main taboo to remember about Obatala is; he does not take alcohol as an offering EVER! The reason for this is one time he was drinking palm wine, and was very intoxicated. He had a quota with making the heads of the coming babies to be burn. One head in particular was created but not as the others. It was by his definition deformed. He was disappointed with himself so he vowed to never drink again. His devotee's know better than to give him alcohol.

Hope to see y'all in class this morning!

Aburo Aboye Abusese! We have part 2 of our Ori Live Series this coming Saturday! As a reminder Applications are open for mentorship. There is a pinned post in the community with details and information. Feel Free to reach out to me if you have any questions at all!

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