Dayang Marlena is a medium, writer, doula, and mother devoted to the radical transformation of self and community. An Oakland native, born on the unceded lands of the Ohlone peoples, she carries the sacred responsibility of her mixed ancestry with deep ties to the lands of Pampanga and Illocos (Norte and Sur). As a hilot binabaylan, Dayang Marlena channels the divine wisdom of her ancestors by weaving together the ancient practices of healing and modern wellness. Her work is a vibrant tapestry of resistance and renewal, where the power of words, love and spirit converge to create spaces of liberation and collective healing. Through her writing and healing, Dayang Marlena invites others to remember their innate divinity and ability to heal themselves..