Osanyin’s Gift

Flower Medicine through the Lens of Ifa

Osanyin's Gift  establishes the practice of Flower Essences Therapy within the the healing framework of pre-colonial, Afro- Indigenous  healing traditions. In this interactive workshop, you'll explore the myths of the Orisha Osanyin that offer an understanding of relationship between the natural and spiritual worlds. Participants will also engage in imaginative exploration of the life of Dr Edward Bach, the founder of as contemporary Flower Essence Therapy, through the lens of Ifa.     This workshop is open to anyone who is interested in traditions that honor sacred plant medicine, as well as those who are curious about African Diasporic and Indigenous approaches to using plant medicine for psychological well being. Discover the intimate relationship between nature, spiritual practice, and emotional healing.  Selective readings for this course will be available on the Spirit Seed's private online community. 

Exchange: $50

Note:  This course is included for students registered in the Ecological Consciousness and Reciprocity class

Your Facilitators

Baba Ifasanmi Fayemi

Chief Baba is an initiated priest (aka Babalawo) in the West African indigenous tradition of Ifá, an ancient spiritual system universally defined as “the wisdom of nature” in Ode Remo, Ogun State Nigeria by Prince Oluwo Falowu Awoyade Adesanya in 2010. Baba Fasanmi practices under a sacred Constitution of Healing through the Obafemi Institute for the Divine Study of Ifa (O.I.D.S.I. - www.obafemi.org) where he holds the Chieftaincy title of  Chief Aara Bgwoniyi  (the one does good for leaders and fellows priests).

As founder and creative director of Creative Intelligence Healing Arts (C.I.H.A.), Chief Baba Fasanmi brings an authentic commitment to nurturing his clients’ complete well being. his mission is to creatively use spiritual tools, ritual and wisdom to develop confidant and competent spiritual leadership. Chiefs’ work focuses on helping clients to create, embrace, and celebrate purpose while navigating growth and maintaining life balance.

Lindsay Fauntleroy

Lindsay Fauntleroy is the founder and director of the Spirit Seed, and the author of In Our Element: Soul Medicine to Unleash your Personal Power. She was drawn to the healing arts after her own journey to fertility introduced her to the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit. Her extensive training includes a Master of Arts from New York University,  a Master of Science from Tri-State College of Acupuncture, and clinical training in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Lindsay is currently a doctoral candidate pursuing a PhD in Depth Psychology and Integrative Healing Practices.

 Lindsay firmly believes that the power to heal should rest in the hands and hearts of all communities.   Her approach to soul medicine emerges from over 15 years of clinical practice, her doctoral research of Indigenous and African Diasporic psychology, and her commitment to community wellness. One of her greatest joys is supervising advanced students in the Spirit Seed clinical residency, as emerging practitioners bring the soulful work of Flower Essence Therapy to diverse communities around the world.

Lindsay has been featured in ESSENCE magazine, the Shift Network, Sirius XM’s Urban View, and is a thought-leader on many wellness podcasts. Learn more about Lindsay’s work HERE