Episode 20: Lilith Rising — Women Reclaiming Power

Send a textWelcome back to That’s What She Said! In this episode, I dive into what I’m calling the Lilith Era—a time when women are no longer shrinking into “little lady” stereotypes, but reclaiming our power as creators, leaders, and warriors.We’ll explore: ✨ Who Lilith really was—and why her story was rewritten to demonize feminine power. ✨ The biology of women’s strength, endurance, and emotional intelligence under pressure. ✨ Historical and modern societies that flourished under female leadership. ✨ The myth of “fragile, emotional women” vs. the reality of emotional intelligence in leadership. ✨ Real examples of women warriors—from Vikings to the Dahomey Amazons to resistance fighters. ✨ How reclaiming feminine energy could rebalance politics, culture, and community today.I’ll also share personal reflections on strength, community, and what it means to truly step into your Lilith energy.Resources & References📚 BooksRosalind Miles, Who Cooked the Last Supper? The Women’s History of the WorldCat Bohannon, Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution📰 Articles & ResearchWashington Post – Why women may be stronger than you thinkHarvard Business Review – Research: Women are better leaders during a crisisPMC Study – Stress and decision-making: gender differencesDuke CE – Women perform well under pressure🌍 Cultural & Historical ReferencesMosuo society, China (Kingdom of Women)Minangkabau, Indonesia – world’s largest matrilineal societyIroquois Confederacy – Clan MothersViking warrior woman discovery, Birka, SwedenDahomey Amazons (Agojie)🎙️ Past Episode ConnectionThat’s What She Said Podcast ArchiveConnect with Me🌐 amandabryantherapy.com 🌐 sonewyoga.com 📸 Instagram: @amandabryantherapy 🕊️ Bluesky: @amandabryantherapy✨ If this episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs a reminder of their power. And if you’re local to Merrimack, come join me in the studio—we’re building community, strength, and healing together.Support the show