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The IWOSAN was created because we believe that true well-being goes beyond just physical health—it’s a balance of the mind, body, and spirit. Our blog is dedicated to guiding you on a journey toward a healthier, happier life through insightful articles, expert tips, and inspiring stories.

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Orisha tradition Beyond dualism: A path of balance, not binaries

In a time when many people are re-evaluating spiritual frameworks that feel rigid or polarizing, the word dualism comes up often. Dualism suggests a world split into opposing forces—good versus evil, light versus dark, sacred versus profane. Recently, I heard someone say they were stepping away from Orisha tradition because they were moving beyond dualism.

I want to gently and clearly offer this truth:

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Yoruba Concept of Ori

An Ori is considered positive when it fulfills things like helping those less fortunate, helping one’s community, and bettering oneself.

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THE NATURE OF ORISHA

The Orisha and Their Natural Elements

The Orisha are not just deities; they are the living forces of nature, guiding us through life. By understanding their connection to the natural world, we can deepen our relationship with them and embrace their wisdom in our daily lives.

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Impossible Rooms: When Feng Shui Principles Make a Space Difficult

The concept of "impossible rooms"—spaces that are difficult to balance and optimize due to poor layout, bad design, or violations of Feng Shui principles. Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of arranging spaces for harmony and energy flow (Chi), teaches us that certain architectural choices can create chaotic, unsettling, or even harmful environments.

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Orange Ritual For Business

This orange ritual is a simple yet powerful offering to attract prosperity, clarity, and balance in your business. This ritual aligns with Oshun’s energy, as it focuses on abundance, communication, and removing obstacles. Here’s how you can perform the orange ritual specifically for your business.

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Exploring Feng Shui and Yoruba Philosophy to Create Balanced, harmonious lives.

In today’s chaotic world, there is a need to embrace ancient wisdom and practices to create balanced, harmonious lives. Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese system for aligning spaces with life energy, and Yoruba philosophy, a rich spiritual tradition from West Africa, offer profound insights for fostering personal well-being.

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classic Beats For Orisha

This is my list. I am always adding. The creativity is boundless.

But first I have to share my Godmother’s music. She is Afrocuban. Rezos means Prayers.

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