The Modern Goddess: Living Courageously With Pockets full of Plants and Charms

In this episode, I’m wrapping up my Goddess series by diving into the world of the Modern Goddess—what she meant to our Neolithic ancestors and how she still lives in us today. Inspired by my journey through Old Europe and the work of archeomythologist Marija Gimbutas, I explore goddess-worshiping cultures and the rich symbolism they left behind—like the snake, the egg, and sacred water—as guides for understanding cycles of life, death, fertility, rest, and regeneration.But this isn’t just a look at ancient history. I share practical, grounded ways to embody the goddess in your daily life today—through community care, seasonal and cyclical living, everyday rituals, and even the herbal allies I keep close (sometimes literally in my pockets!). If you’re longing to reconnect with the Earth, slow down, and live in a more regenerative rhythm, this episode is an invitation to awaken the goddess within and bring her spirit into the heart of your modern life.🌿 Subscribe for herbal tips and wellness insights: https://bit.ly/4iRnpyX———— MY ONLINE COURSES 🌱🌝 Roots & Spheres Class: https://bit.ly/RootsAndSpheres  🌿Herbal Foundations Apprenticeship: https://bit.ly/HerbalProgram————Chapters: The Modern Goddess: Living Courageously With Pockets full of Plants and Charms | Ashley Elenbaas00:00 Begins00:30 Introduction and Goddess Series Wrap-Up03:57 Exploring the Modern Goddess07:45 Permaculture Principles and Their Relevance10:20 Embodying the Goddess in Daily Life15:33 Becoming the Mother to All18:47 Embodying the Goddess Your Own Way19:37 Practical Pocket Tools and Herbs for the Modern Goddess28:35 Conclusion and Community EngagementReferences and Resources:Max Dashu's "Womanity Course" - https://suppressed-histories.teachable.com/p/restoring-womanityDocuseries "From the Goddess" by Laura Hirsch (featuring Starhawk) - https://www.womenbodiment.com/about-5Book: "The Fifth Sacred Thing" by Starhawk - https://amzn.to/3F3j0LuCheck Our my "Herbalism and Ancient Symbols Playlist" - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtGmbdK5tigd379v87qNELJjygFWn1Dp5&feature=sharedVideo: "Signs Out of Time: The Story of Archeologist Marija Gimbutas" - https://youtu.be/BjE2-H1R9Zs?feature=shared"The Goddesses and Gods of Old Europe" by Marija Gimbutas - https://amzn.to/42d6aSF"The Language of the Goddess" by Marija Gimbutas - https://amzn.to/3EdFkl9Herbs and Body Care:Ranavat Saffron Brightening Skin Oil - http://rwrd.io/v2px4ntNettles Organic Dried Herb - https://www.bearwallowherbs.com/collections/teas/products/stinging-nettle-tea-1?variant=43075926229145Sacred Forest Flower Essences (Holy Basil) - https://grandparentsoftheforest.com/product-category/flower-essencesMother Hylde's Rose Glycerite - https://motherhylde.com/apothecary/Herbalist and Alchemist - Black Cohosh - https://www.herbalist-alchemist.com/shop-products-bck-black-cohosh-extract#ModernGoddess #PlantMedicine #DivineFeminine #HerbalWisdom #EarthBasedSpirituality #GoddessRituals #SeasonalLiving #WombWisdom #SacredFeminine #MarijaGimbutas #HerbalRituals #FertilityAndRest #CyclicalLiving #RootedLiving #WomenAndPlants