Divine feminine energy exists within all of us regardless of gender, just as divine masculine energy does. When these two energies are in balance we operate from a space of self-love, confidence, and inner peace. We radiate peace, compassion and love without sacrificing healthy boundaries . Essentially, when our energies are in balance we are empowered, and we, in turn, empower others with our high vibration.
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When divine feminine energy is blocked or out of balance with masculine energy, we exhibit the shadow side of divine feminine energy, the wounded feminine. While I prefer the term "wounded femininity", you'll also hear it referred to as "toxic femininity." Learning to identify and compassionately work with wounded feminine energy is one of the most important aspects of shadow work. It's important to note that wounded energy is very different to dark feminine energy, which is energy that embraces the sacred cycle of femininity.
We are all part of divine source energy, and as such, we are all divine beings worthy of love and compassion. Learning to cultivate and nourish divine feminine energy is a life long pursuit that requires empathy and tolerance, both for ourselves and others.
But, it's a journey worth taking. The rewards are better health, healthier relationships and a general sense of being comfortable in your own skin and at peace with the world.
What Is Divine Feminine Energy?
In order to fully understand divine feminine and masculine energy it's important to understand how ancient societies were structured, as opposed to how society is organized today.
Many ancient cultures were matriarchal, meaning that women held positions of power. Matriarchal cultures revered and honored qualities such as:
- intuition
- nurturing
- self mastery (as opposed to mastering another)
- teamwork and cooperation
- compassion and heart centered emotions
- compromise
- collaboration
- gentle and forgiving
Women were celebrated for their ability to give birth. In fact, the concept of the Divine Mother can be found across many cultures and religions. Matriarchal societies were women centered, Goddess worshiping cultures.
Goddesses such as Aphrodite, Shakti and Isis were honored for their divine feminine energy, and women were revered as incarnations of the great Goddess. The divine feminine was revered as "Mother Gaia" and her qualities were frequently linked to the moon and lunar phases.
In contrast, most cultures today are patriarchal, which is a social system in which men hold the power. Masculine qualities include:
- linear thinking
- warrior-like qualities
- action oriented thinking
- structure
- logic
ln patriarchal societies the focus is more outward than inward.
What Is The Shadow Of The Divine Feminine?
Both the Divine Feminine and the Divine Masculine are energies that possess a shadow. The shadow is simply the inverse of its original archetype. For more information on female archetypes, see The 7 Female Archetypes.
The shadow emerges when one's energy is wounded through things like trauma or bereavement. These are the qualities most often associated with the shadow of the divine feminine:
- manipulative (in a covert, subtle way.)
- critical
- selfish
- spiteful (think mean girl syndrome.)
- competitive (particularly with other women.)
- egotistical, with delusions of grandeur
- withholding of heart centered emotions. Trouble with the heart chakra.
- aspires to power, but at the expense of others
- exclusionary (you can't be in my club. The "you can't sit here" kind of vibe.)
- paranoid
How To Cultivate Divine Feminine Energy
- Examine The Shadow: Notice where shadow energy emerges in your life. Face it without judgment. Work with it compassionately. Shadow work is the most important work that can be done when you truly want to connect with your divine feminine energy.
- Journal: Journaling is a great way to connect to your divine feminine energy. There are some great journals available with prompts to help you connect to your inner Goddess. I love The Divine Feminine Journal. Use prompts like:
- How do I envision my future self?
- How can I connect to my creativity?
- What soothes my soul?
- What shadow aspect of my feminine energy could I work on healing?
- Meditate: If you're not experienced at meditating, start slowly. Even 5 minutes of sitting in silence will enhance your sense of peace and connection with source, which is always the embodiment of unconditional love. There are numerous guided meditations on Your Tube to help you awaken the divine feminine.
- Affirmations:Affirmations are powerful tools for rewiring the subconscious. Repeated regularly, affirmations can help you raise your vibration. Here's a few affirmations for nurturing divine feminine energy:
- I don't respond to negativity. I act with a peaceful heart.
- I speak my truth and hold my boundaries with gentleness and a calm spirit.
- I am compassionate, for we are all one.
- I keep my vibration high with positive emotions.
- Reclaim Your Inner GoddessWith A Full Moon Ritual: Divine feminine energy has long been associated with the Moon. Set your intentions to reclaim your inner Goddess. Here's a few ideas:
- Grab your friends and hold a full moon circle. Set your intentions and clear your energy with your most trusted friends.
- Take a full moon bath. Clear your energy by adding add salt or your favorite crystals. Set your intentions and imagine that the water embodies it.
- Consider scheduling time in your calendar for a self care Sunday.
- Cut Out Toxic Relationships: We all have that one friend who lowers our vibe, but we carry on spending time with them hoping things will change. But, you can honor others without spending time in their company. Let go of people who belittle you, compete with you, or in any way make you feel "less than." Cutting out toxic relationships is an important investment in your own self development. Do it now, rather than later! For more information on ways to invest in yourself early in life, have a look at how to invest in yourself in your 20s.
- Tap Into Your Intuition: Your intuition is your inner voice. Get quiet and listen. Be sure that you're in a positive state of mind when working on cultivating your sixth sense. Negative emotions like anger and hatred cloud intuition.
- Ground Yourself By Working On Your Root Chakra: Your root chakra is responsible for your sense of safety and security in the world. When feminine energy is wounded it can create immense insecurity. Yoga, breath work and affirmations are all great ways to nurture the root chakra.
- Surround Yourself With Positivity: Surround yourself with people (or animals) that love you unconditionally. Let go of anyone that brings you down, or at the very least, distance yourself. Empower yourself by joining a women's circle, where you can connect with other women in a safe, self affirming space.
- Create Space For Silence: Set an intention to simply sit in silence for 5 minutes each morning. You'd be surprised how deeply you can connect with your divine feminine energy by simply tuning out the noise.
- Spend Time In Nature: Goddess energy has long been connected to Mother Earth. Walk barefoot on the grass, spend time in a quiet forest. Celebrate Sabbats like Ostara or Yule, that honor the wheel of life and the power of nature. Any time that you can carve out to spend quiet time in nature will help you connect to your divine feminine.
Final Thoughts
Regardless of gender, we can all benefit from cultivating our divine feminine energy. There's a certain grace and dignity in a person who is in their fullest divine feminine energy. They're secure, at peace and supremely comfortable in their own skin.
Being in your divine feminine energy is not about being compliant or weak. In fact, the strongest person is the one who is able to hold their boundaries with compassion and love.
Frequently Asked Questions
Divine feminine energy exists within all of us regardless of gender, just as divine masculine energy does. When these two energies are in balance we operate from a space of self-love, confidence, and inner peace. We radiate peace, compassion and love without sacrificing healthy boundaries . Essentially, when our energies are in balance we are empowered, and we, in turn, empower others with our high vibration.
There's numerous ways to tap into your inner Goddess. Journaling, medition, working with affirmations and doing your shadow work are all ways you can tap into your divine feminine energy.
1. You're intution is speaking to you.
2. You're heart chakra is open and you act with compassion and love.
3. You're comfortabe in your sensuality.
4. You can forgive easily.
5. You want to spend time with positive, gentle people who make you feel good about yourself.
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