Do you ever feel that you’re not living up to your full potential, or like you’re struggling in one aspect of your life or the other, no matter how hard you work? Do you feel like there’s something missing in your life, despite having everything you need to be happy and successful? The Yoruba people believe that these feelings could be a result of not being in tune with your inner self, your Ori. In this blog post, I share with you how to awaken your destiny by appreciating and appeasing your Ori!
What is Ori?
Ori literally means head but in this context, it is a term used in Yoruba religion and spirituality to describe our individual inner consciousness and destiny. Think of it as your spiritual head, not your physical head. Your Ori is believed to guide you through life and keep you aligned with your purpose. Therefore, appeasing your Ori is a vital step towards achieving personal growth and success.
There’s a saying I once heard, he who fights with his Ori, fights with himself! Thus, for things to fall into place perfectly for you, you need to be in alignment with your Ori.
Here’s how to awaken your destiny and appreciate your Ori to promote your personal growth and success:
1. Meditation and self-reflection: Spend some time in quiet contemplation and meditation to connect with your inner self and understand your true desires and purpose. When you know where you are coming from and where you are heading to, then you can work out a path to get there. To simplify, you need to know what you truly want out of your life first before asking your Ori to help you achieve it.
2. Observance of Taboos: Observe and respect the religious and cultural taboos associated with your Ori or in your ancestral lineage. In some families, there are some things that are considered taboo for them. Going against your family’s taboos can cause dissonance in your life. Your Ori is thought to have distinct preferences when it comes to dressing, food choices, and interactions with others. Embrace taboos that align with your Ori to promote inner peace and personal development. For some people, some colours do not resonate with them and they should avoid wearing those colours.
3. Personal cleanliness: Ensure personal cleanliness since physical hygiene is believed to be an indication that the body, and therefore Ori, is being respected and honored.
4. Explore your strengths and weaknesses: Your Ori is said to guide you to your purpose in life. You can also think of your Ori as that inner voice that speaks with you. Explore your strengths and weakness, interests and passions, and align them with your career or personal goals. For instance, if you love animals, you could consider choosing a career that revolves around animals in one way or the other.
5. Appreciate and enjoy what you already have: Gratitude is another way of appeasing your Ori. Appreciate what you have, celebrate small wins, and cherish the moment. More good things will continue to come your way. If you cannot appreciate what you already have, you will find that peace of mind will be far away from you.
I regularly tell my daughter, if the desirable is not available, the available becomes desirable!
6. Offering of Prayers and Sacrifices: Offer prayers, and make an offering or sacrifices to your Ori. This can include offerings such as kola nuts, fruits, water, honey, and kolanuts or any other item you feel is appropriate.
If you do not know what you are doing, please do not attempt to offer any sacrifices on your own. Rather, say positive words over your life in the form of prayers and regularly cleanse yourself.
7. Regularly attend or participate in spiritual events and rites, and consult a Babalawo or Iyanifa for guidance and instruction in conducting prayers and offerings.
Appreciating your Ori is a crucial ingredient to awakening your destiny
Ori appreciation is a fundamental part of Yoruba religion and spirituality, and it is a crucial ingredient for personal growth and success. Paying attention to your Ori and appeasing it helps you connect with your inner self, discover your purpose, and unlock your full potential. By incorporating these tips into your daily routine, you can increase your chances of achieving the life you desire.
It’s important to note that the specifics of how to appease your Ori may differ depending on your individual beliefs and practices within the Yoruba religion. It’s always wise to consult with an elder in your family if you are Yoruba or a spiritual leader if you’re unsure about the procedures or steps to take.
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Interesting post. I feel like I know more about you and your culture through it. That’s one thing I like about visiting other blogs. I don’t travel , so this is my main way to meet people who don’t live in my country. I live in the United States. I know you live in the United Kingdom. Have you ever been to the I.S.? Have you ever visited any countries outside the U.K.?
You are so correct about learning about other cultures through blog posts 😀
The only issue I have when visiting other countries is that I can’t help comparing their cities to London.
I’ve only ever visited the US once and did not really like it. I went to one of the towns in Florida, something Baton, can’t remember the name now.
I remember that when I got off the plane, it reminded me of Nigeria. Anytime I fly back to London, there’s this fresh, refreshing, cooling, calming breathe that you take in. Whereas Florida was hot. The atmosphere was very much like arriving in Nigeria.
I love beautiful architecture but I did not see any, so I was really disappointed. I know that it’s just the place I went to but it was still disappointing.
Then your roads ARE SCARY! OMG, you one way is equivalent to our dual carriageway. It felt like the space for both directions was enough to build a small village. There were no zebra crossings and only one pedestrian walkway to cross the road. So I could only stay on my side of the road. My heart was not strong enough to go to the other side. I only did once for the entire duration.
The breakfast was not very pleasant either.
I’ve been to Venice and I really liked it. Even though there were lots of similarities to London, I found it to be very quaint and a lovely experience. You can easily get lost. Whilst the people were nice, it was very different from London. When we got close to our hotel, we couldn’t find the actual entrance. We asked someone to help us out and they wanted payment in return. That would not routinely happen in London.
I’ve also been to Paris but I think it is over rated. London is a much better city and the food in London is much better I think.
I hope to do more travelling in future.
Have you visited any other countries?
Lol. You’re right about the roads! In some places in the U.S. You don’t want to walk anywhere! People drive everywhere they go! But you get used to it if you live here. You just have to really pay attention to the lights and signs of the roads and you’ll be safe. For instance, even if you have the light, you wait for the cars to finish passing by, since some of them might still drive when it’s not their turn and rush pass you.
When it comes to architecture, you’re right when you say it depends on where you go. New York City is the place to go for that! Many people like to go there when they visit the U.S. Florida is a flood place to visit for the Disney amusement park. And if you enjoy warm weather and beaches. California is another place that has beautiful beaches and warm weather. But it also has a beautiful city if you’re looking for nice architecture.
Nope! I’ve never been outside the U.S.! I don’t really travel, but I would like to some time! I’m interested in exploring one day, but for now I’m doing it through other people’s blogs! Lol.