A Cuban known on TikTok as «Luz y progreso espiritual» published a video in which he describes in detail what women spiritually guided by Yemayá, one of the most revered orishas in Cuban santería or Regla de Ocha, are like.
The creator, whose handle is @ochun_ladde1, summarizes the character of these women in three words: sharp, direct, and steadfast.
“Courtesy does not take away from bravery, and today I come here to clarify a topic regarding the daughters of Yemayá: they are assertive, they are direct, and they are firm; their voice does not tremble when putting you in your place,” he states in the 49-second video.
But the message doesn't stop at the toughness of character. The creator emphasizes that this frankness is accompanied by exceptional loyalty.
"When they love you, son, they love you truly, with a loyalty that cannot be bought with all the gold in the world," she points out.
The Cuban invites those who are near a daughter of Yemayá not to take offense at her honesty, but rather to be grateful: "That woman today is gifting you something that no one gives, that which we often call the truth."
The video concludes with a call to followers: "Comment light and progress if you have a daughter of Yemayá near you and tag her so she can see this message dedicated to her. Millions of blessings, may Yemayá bless."
In the Afro-Cuban religious tradition, Yemayá is regarded as the queen of the sea, mother of all the orishas, and protector of motherhood and fertility.
Their ritual colors are blue and white, and their sacred number is seven.
In Cuban religious syncretism, Yemayá is associated with the Virgin of Regla, a Marian devotion honored in the Havana municipality of the same name, whose festival is celebrated every September 7 with masses, batá drums, offerings, and processions.
People who, according to the consultation of a babalawo or santero, are governed by this orisha are referred to as "children" of Yemayá, and in Cuban popular culture, they are attributed traits such as emotional strength, a protective character, sentimental depth, and loyalty.
This type of content about orishas and their spiritual children is a very popular genre on TikTok among Cuban creators and those in the diaspora, blending religious devotion, cultural identity, and messages of spiritual self-help.
In April 2026, another viral video from creator @el.brillo.01 also delivered a message to Cubans through the figure of Yemayá, using the sea as a metaphor for hope: "Don't tire of swimming, for in the end, she will cast you a boat to the sea so you can reach your destination."
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