Understanding Your Archetype
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Goddesses of Wisdom are thoughtful and judicious. They value knowledge and are always trying to learn new things. They are open to different ideas and welcome diverse perspectives, because they understand that there are nuances to every issue. Wisdom Goddesses rely on personal experience as well as book learning; they value expertise and scientific advancements while simultaneously wielding a humanistic perspective. Champions of truth, they are always trying to educate others, and their friends often go to them for advice.
Goddess of Wisdom are powerful communicators. They express their intellect and their knowledge through their writing, research, teaching, and other professional ventures. They have a strong command of their emotions and are keenly insightful. They value justice and harmony, and they respect established laws while also knowing that sometimes rules need to be challenged and changed.
Real-life examples of Wisdom Goddesses:
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
co-author of Title IX Patsy Mink
education activist Malala Yousafzai
human rights lawyer Amal Clooney
educator Maria Montessori
nutritionist and public health educator Dr. Jessica Knurick
engineer and psychologist Hannah @stemwithhannah
tech expert and software engineer Mia @helloitsmia.tech
comedian and educator Nikita Redkar @nikitadumptruck
my intelligent friend Anna who is the embodiment of wisdom: She's a powerful communicator and writer with a background in academia; she's always listening to educational podcasts; she reads more than anyone I know; she is actively involved in politics; and she is one of the first people I go to for advice
Embody this archetype by:
browsing a library or bookstore
doing a deep-dive on a new topic
enrolling in a class on a subject that interests you
listening to educational podcasts
watching documentaries
reading unbiased news outlets
sharing your knowledge online
meditating daily to clear your mind and stay centered
creating your own holiday calendar to celebrate female thinkers and educators
wearing lapis lazuli and balanced/ grounding colors and accessories