Queens and Crones

Why Midlife Women Need the Goddess with Kimberly Moore

Episode 3

Cairelle talks with guest Priestess Kimberly Moore about Carol P. Christ's lecture "Why Women Need the Goddess" and why midlife women should consider a spiritual path that reflects their image and celebrates their experiences. Thanks for listening! 

Link to Carol P Christ's lecture "Why Women Need the Goddess"

https://womrel.sitehost.iu.edu/Rel433%20Readings/Christ_WhyWomenNeedGoddess.pdf


AI Show Notes

Keywords

goddess spirituality, midlife women, divine feminine, empowerment, patriarchy, female power, aging, maternal lineage, women's spirituality, goddess symbolism

Summary

This conversation explores the significance of goddess spirituality for women, particularly those in midlife. Cairelle Perilloux and Kimberly Moore discuss the relevance of the goddess in contemporary society, the impact of patriarchal structures on women's spirituality, and the importance of reclaiming female power. They delve into the symbolism of various goddesses and how these figures can empower women to navigate the challenges of aging and societal expectations. The discussion emphasizes the need for women to recognize their divine nature and the importance of maternal lineage in understanding their identity.

Takeaways

  • Goddess spirituality offers a transformative path for women.
  • Midlife is a time for women to reclaim their power.
  • Patriarchal religions often suppress female divinity.
  • Women need to see themselves reflected in the divine.
  • Aging women are often marginalized in society.
  • Goddesses symbolize the beauty and legitimacy of female power.
  • Women can draw strength from goddess mythology.
  • The maternal lineage is an important aspect of women's identity.
  • Goddess figures can guide women through life's transitions.
  • Celebrating the divine feminine can empower women in midlife.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction to the Goddess Concept

03:12
Relevance of Goddess Spirituality Today

06:13
Midlife Women and the Search for Empowerment

08:55
The Invisibility of Women in Midlife

10:33
The Role of Goddess in Women's Lives

13:25
The Impact of Patriarchy on Women's Identity

15:23
Expectations and Burnout in Modern Women

17:52
The Symbolism of the Goddess

20:36
Reflections on Virgin Mary and Female Power

23:28
Conclusion: Embracing the Goddess Within

27:01
The Wisdom of the Womb and Goddess Spirituality

28:49
Celebrating Aging: The Power of Older Women

32:32
Navigating the World as Women: A Battle

36:31
The Role of Older Women as Guardians

41:05
Finding Divinity in Midlife and Beyond

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