When the Lightbearers Grow Weary: A Babaylan Reflection for Those Carrying More Than Their Share A Babaylan Reflection for Those Carrying More Than Their Share In every family, in every community, in every generation,there are the ones who carry more than their share....
Honoring emotional and mental well-being as sacred work — a return to balance, compassion, and wholeness. In a world that praises strength, we forget that strength also looks like softness. It looks like admitting you’re not okay. Like taking a break. Like asking for...
Welcome to the Blog of The Modern Babaylan
This is a sacred space for reflection, remembrance, and return.
Here, I share writings from the heart — words shaped by Spirit, ancestry, and lived experience.
Each post weaves together healing, energy, and ancestral wisdom for those walking their own journey of awakening and self-discovery.
Through poetry, teachings, and gentle reflection, may you find medicine for the soul — a reminder that healing is not a destination, but a sacred unfolding.
From the quiet moments of prayer to the rising strength of remembrance, may these writings help you reconnect with your roots, your spirit, and the world around you.
