The Dark Fairy Godmother Podcast

Eternity: Joan's Journey through the Yonic Model of the SelfOn today’s episode, I will be applying my Yonic Model of the Self to the character Joan from the 2025 movie Eternity, directed by David Freyne.The central plot of the movie centers on a love triangle between Joan (played by Elizabeth Olsen) and her decision of which of her two husbands she would like to spend eternity with.Choice A is Joan’s first husband, Luke (played by Callum Turner), who was her first love and died in the Korean War shortly after they were married, representing her ultimate Prince Charming archetype and therefore Joan’s Ego function.Choice B is Larry, played by Miles Teller, Joan’s second husband of 65 years, who, compared to the charms and good looks of Luke, seems like the obvious second choice.But Larry represents Joan’s dark, masculine or Daemon function, the part of her that helps her embrace her flaws and her own dark feminine aspects (Aura function). Represented by her neighbor Karen, played by Olga Merediz.So who will Joan ultimately choose in the end? Will it be Luke who reinforces her Veil function and idealized version of herself, or will she choose to spend eternity with Larry, who sees all parts of herself, the good, the bad, and who she really is?Listen to the pod now to find out!OXYour Dark Fairy GodmotherTo learn more about my Yonic Theory approach, purchase the Yonic Theory: The Foundation course through my website or explore my Yonic Journal, which serves as my sort of living “grimoire” for my research.Reference:Brooks, A. (Director). (1991). Defending your life [Film]. Geffen Pictures; Warner Bros.Freyne, D. (Director). (2025). Eternity [Film]. A24; Star Thrower Entertainment. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Mean Girls: Cady Heron's Journey through the Yonic Model of the SelfIn this "fetching" FREE episode, we dive into Cady ("Katie") Heron's journey of self-actualization in the classic 2004 film Mean Girls. I'll discuss the challenges of "girl world" that Cady must navigate, which reflect women's difficulty navigating their own journeys of self-actualization in our modern world. I'll also discuss how the characters Regina and Janis represent Cady's inner light and dark feminine aspects and how she must learn to reconcile what I refer to as the goddess-witch spectrum.Get in, loser, we're learning how to embrace the power of the feminine and our authentic selves! Resources:Maureen Murdock's Heroine's JourneyYonic Journal Website (How to access the article on the Yonic Model of the Self)Podcast Episode on Yonic Model of the SelfDark Fairy Godmother SubstackGoddess-Witch Spectrum CourseBuy me a Coffee - KoKi AccountReference: Waters, M. (Director). (2004). Mean girls [Film]. Paramount Pictures.Wiseman, R. (2002). Queen bees and wannabes: Helping your daughter survive cliques, gossip, boyfriends, and the new realities of girl world. Crown Publishers.Bradley, Marion Zimmer. (1984). The mists of Avalon. New York :Ballantine Books This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Groundhog Day: Phil Connors Journey of Self-ActualizationIn this podcast episode, we will discuss the overlap between the symbolism of the pagan tradition of Imbolc and the Americanized version of this sacred holiday - known as Groundhog Day. We will also dive into the symbolism of the character of Phil Connors in the 1993 movie Groundhog Day and what he can teach us about resilience, hope, and self-actualization through the Yonic Model of the Self.So pour yourself a sweet vermouth with a twist, and let’s get into it!Resources:Yonic Journal Website for articles mentioned.Podcast Episode on Yonic Model of the SelfDark Fairy Godmother SubstackBuy me a Coffee - KoKi AccountYonic Tarot - Ten of SwordsNoah Kahan WebsiteIf you are in crisis text or call 988ReferenceRamis, H. (Director). (1993). Groundhog Day [Film]. Columbia Pictures. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Wicked Part 1: The goddess-witch spectrumcontains spoilersIn this episode, I'll discuss the concept of my goddess-witch spectrum and how it can be applied to the characters of Elphaba and Glinda from Wicked. I'll also dive into the feminist undertones of this movie and what it can teach women about reconciling their own inner goddess-witch spectrum! Resources:Yonic Journal WebsitePodcast Episode on Yonic Model of the SelfDark Fairy Godmother SubstackGoddess-Witch Spectrum CourseBuy me a Coffee - KoKi AccountOfficial Wicked Movie Website - wickedmovie.com.References:References:Baum, L. F. (1900). The wonderful wizard of Oz. George M. Hill Company.Ehrenreich, B., & English, D. (2010). Witches, midwives, & nurses: A history of women healers (2nd ed.). Feminist Press.Gage, M. J. (1893). Woman, church, and state: A historical account of the status of woman through the Christian ages, with reminiscences of the matriarchate. C. H. Kerr.Loehnen, E. (2023). On our best behavior: The seven deadly sins and the price women pay to be good. The Dial Press.Maguire, G. (1995). Wicked: The life and times of the Wicked Witch of the West. ReganBooks.Murdock, M. (1990). The Heroine’s Journey: Woman’s Quest for Wholeness. Shambhala/Shambhala Publications.Qualls-Corbett, N. (1988). The Sacred Prostitute: Eternal Aspect of the Feminine (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts). Inner City Books.Robichaux, M. (2025). An introduction to yonic theory and the yonic model of the self. The Yonic Journal, 1(1), 1-87.Wicked (J. M. Chu, Dir.). (2024). Universal Pictures.Wicked: For Good (J. M. Chu, Dir.). (2025). Marc Platt Productions / Universal Pictures.Wolf, N. (1991). The beauty myth: How images of beauty are used against women. W. Morrow. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Three Wise Men and a Baby: Exploring the Light and Dark Masculine and Men's Self-Actualization Process Warning: this episode contains spoilers On this episode, to finish up our holiday-themed episodes, we end with a true Hallmark movie. Three Wise Men and a Baby. In this movie, I break down how two of the brothers (Stephan and Taylor) represent the main character Luke's light and dark masculine aspects, and how it is through learning to appreciate the value of the feminine that he is able to achieve what Carl Jung referred to as Individuation. Moreover, in this episode, I discuss how the story of baby Jesus itself can reflect the masculine process of self-actualization and the forgotten role of the feminine in this process. Resources:Yonic Journal WebsitePodcast Episode on Yonic Model of the SelfDark Fairy Godmother SubstackGoddess-Witch Spectrum Course Buy me a Coffee - KoKi AccountThe Campbell FoundationMurdock's WebsiteReference:Ingram, T. (Director). (2022). Three wise men and a baby [Film]. Hallmark Channel. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Why You Love Rom-Com Christmas Movies: A Yonic PerspectiveCaution: spoilers ahead!What is it about Christmas movies that we love so much? Particularly those rom-com holiday movies geared towards women on Netflix and the Hallmark channel? In this episode, I dive into the psychology behind why women love these movies and what we're actually seeking when we watch them. (Spoiler alert, it isn't a man with a corn field in Ohio to teach us the meaning of love.)In the second half of the episode, I'll apply my Yonic Model of the Self to the 2022 Movie Falling for Christmas, starring Lindsay Lohan. So grab a blanket and some warm hot cocoa, and let's get into it! Resources:The Yonic Model of the Self Part 2The Yonic Model of the Self ArticleMaureen Murdock's Website and article on the Heroine's JourneyLilianna and Sean's Tik TokDark Fairy Godmother's Tik Tokgoddess-witch spectrum course This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Practical Magic and Sally Owens' Journey Through the Yonic Model of the Self***Warning: Spoilers***In the second episode of this week, I break down how the four functions of the Yonic Model of the Self can be applied to Sandra Bullock's character, Sally Owens, in the 1998 movie Practical Magic, based on the novel written by Alice Hoffman. Ready to hear more? Give it a listen!Resources:The Yonic Model of the Self Part 2The Yonic Model of the Self Articlegoddess-witch spectrum courseAlice Hoffman's WebsiteMaureen Murdock's Website and article of the Heroine's Journey This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

The Yonic Model of the Self Part 2:IMPORTANT UPDATE: As of April 14th, 2026, the audio for this post is no longer available, as I continue to expand and refine my theory to protect my intellectual property. If you would like a formal introduction to my Yonic Theory, you can purchase the article for a small fee using the link below, or buy the introductory online course through my website at https://www.authenticlivingcc.com/yonic-theory-the-foundation  To access the self-published written article that corresponds with this podcast, visit www.yonictheory.org or click this link: https://yonictheory.org/b/BOtcVTo stay updated on the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes, follow me at @darkfairygodmother.substack.com!✨What to learn more about the courses and on-demand webinars Dr. Roby offers: Click here!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

The Yonic Model of the Self Part 1:IIMPORTANT UPDATE: As of April 14th, 2026, the audio for this post is no longer available, as I continue to expand and refine my theory to protect my intellectual property. If you would like a formal introduction to my Yonic Theory, you can purchase the article for a small fee using the link below, or buy the introductory online course through my website at https://www.authenticlivingcc.com/yonic-theory-the-foundation!To access the self-published written article that corresponds with this podcast, visit www.yonictheory.org or click this link: https://yonictheory.org/b/BOtcVTo stay updated on the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes, follow me at @darkfairygodmother.substack.com!✨What to learn more about the courses and on-demand webinars Dr. Roby offers: Click here!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

AI and the Myth of the Perfect WomanIn this episode, we explore the myths of Pygmalion, Athena, and the tale of Echo and Narcissus, and how these three stories reflect the archetype of the “perfect woman” that men often attempt to create. These women are never based in reality, but rather, like Athena, they are born from the ideas of the men who created them. Thus, they represent the Goddess or the light feminine.With advancing technology, we are starting to see men attempt to bring their “dream women” into creation through creating female humanoid robots and artificial wombs. But is this a good thing, and what does it say about men in our society that they would rather have a robot dream woman than connect to their own humanity?P.S. Sorry, the echo (HAHA) on this episode is awful! I'm still working on getting my setup right lol.  Resources:We've Had a Hundred Years of Psychotherapy--And the World's Getting WorseThe Stepford Wives BookDark Fairy Godmother Substack Post on Henry HarlowDark Fairy Godmother Substack Post on Chat GBT and CounselingThe Heroine’s Journey Pt 1 Episode✨Want to learn how to access your inner Goddess or Witch? Check out the Goddess-Witch Spectrum™ course!✨What to learn more about the courses and on-demand webinars Dr. Roby offers: Click here!✨Visit Dr. Roby's website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Likability and Jealousy: Two Sides of the Same CoinIn this episode, we explore how the desire to be “likable” can often lead to jealousy among women and vice versa. We discuss the concept of Conditions of Worth from Person Centered Theory and how our home environments influence our interpersonal relationships. Additionally, we will examine the generational effects of the Witch Craze on women and how likability has often been associated with survival.During the second part of this episode, we flip the script and discuss the dark side of likability, exploring how it can turn into jealousy if left unchecked. We also discuss how we can use jealousy to identify our own needs, through the process of shadow work and embracing our Witchy aspects. Resources:Back From the Borderline Podcast EpisodeWitches, Midwives and Nurses Book✨Want to learn how to access your inner Goddess or Witch? Check out the Goddess-Witch Spectrum™ course!✨What to learn more about the courses and on-demand webinars Dr. Roby offers: Click here!✨Visit Dr. Roby's website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

The 4 Queens of Sex and the CitySince the show first premiered in 1998 women all across the world have resonated with each of the four main characters of Sex and the City. Are you a Charlotte? Or a Miranda? How about the fiery Samantha? Or are you Carrie, the protagonist and storyteller of the show? No matter which character you love or hate (or both), each of these women represents a different archetype of a woman and can correspond to the 4 Queens of the Minor Arcana in Tarot.In this episode, I’ll break down which on-screen Queen from Sex and the City reflects her Minor Arcana counterpart. We’ll also discuss how every woman can see themselves in these four Queens and how we need all four of them to embrace our complex Witchy and Goddess selves.Resources:✨ Your support keeps this podcast going! Please consider donating to my Substack to access exclusive content and support my work. Pledge your support!✨What to learn more about the courses and on-demand webinars Dr. Roby offers: Click here!✨Want to learn how to access your inner Goddess or Witch? Check out the Goddess-Witch Spectrum™ course!Visit Dr. Roby's website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Justice for Adriana SmithThis week’s podcast episode is another more transparent episode. In this episode join me as I sit and reflect on my thoughts about the tragic case of Adriana Smith the Black woman from Georgia who though she was pronounced brain dead, her doctors kept her body alive to bring her unborn child to term, and why it should be viewed as a cautionary tale for all women.Resources:The Book Womb by Leah Hazzard. Buy Here✨ Your support keeps this podcast going! Please consider donating to my Substack to access exclusive content and support my work. Pledge your support!✨What to learn more about the courses and on-demand webinars Dr. Roby offers: Click here!Visit Dr. Roby's website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

The Heroine’s Journey Pt 2: What Barbie Can Teach Women About Self-EnlightenmentWARNING: SPOILERS AHEADOn part 2 of this week’s episode, I compare psychotherapist Maureen Murdock’s Heroine’s Journey to Barbie’s self-enlightenment journey in the 2023 Barbie Movie starring Margot Robbie.Because let's be real, Barbie was never just a doll…she was always destined for so much more. Just like us!Check it out now! Resources:Maureen Murdock’s Book The Heroine’s JourneyLink to Substack to see the Heroine's Journey Outline✨ Your support keeps this podcast going! Please consider donating to my Substack to access exclusive content and support my work. Pledge your support!✨What to learn more about the Heroine’s journey and women’s process of self-actualization? Check out the webinar I have on Veiled Wisdom: Uncovering the Heroine’s Journey Through Tarot! Veiled Wisdom Webinar LinkVisit Dr. Roby's website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

The Heroine’s Journey Pt 1: Because the Hero’s Journey Only Tells One Side of the StoryMany of you are probably familiar with Joseph Campbell’s monomyth, the Hero’s Journey, yet that story only tells one half of the human condition. It’s a story made for men, by men and thus reflects men’s self-actualization process often leaving women in the dark.This week, I will break down psychotherapist Maureen Murdock’s Heroine’s Journey and how to apply it to the 2023 Barbie Movie starring Margot Robbie. Moreover, we will discuss what the Heroine’s Journey looks like for women as they try to navigate its treacherous waters in the modern world and how it fits in with the Goddess-Witch Spectrum™.Check it out now!Resources:Maureen Murdock’s Book The Heroine’s JourneyLink to Substack to see the Heroine's Journey Outline✨ Your support keeps this podcast going! Please consider donating to my Substack to access exclusive content and support my work. Pledge your support!✨What to learn more about the Heroine’s journey and women’s process of self-actualization? Check out the webinar I have on Veiled Wisdom: Uncovering the Heroine’s Journey Through Tarot! Veiled Wisdom Webinar LinkVisit Dr. Roby's website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Choices: The Power of Being BothThis week, we dive into the power of choice and why it's essential for women's healing and self-actualization. We'll explore how collective trauma, patriarchy, and societal conditioning have forced women into rigid roles — the "Goddess" or the "Witch" — and how reclaiming the ability to be both is crucial for true empowerment.In This Episode:How trauma and patriarchal systems limit women’s ability to embody flowThe trauma response hidden in the "good girl vs. bad girl" dynamicWhy choice is essential for self-actualization and wholenessThe connection between the Lovers card in Tarot and Jung’s theory of individuationThe unique process women must undergo to heal both their masculine/feminine aspects AND the duality within the feminine itselfAnnouncements:🌟 Live Workshop: Veiled Wisdom Join me for a special 2-hour live workshop on 6/13/25 where we explore the Heroine’s Journey through the lens of the Major Arcana. Learn how Tarot can be a powerful road map to self-actualization. Reserve your spot today!🌟 Goddess-Witch Spectrum™ Course: Discover how to integrate both your Goddess and Witch energies and reclaim your full, authentic self. Register here!🌙  Looking for a community of like-minded women to support you on your journey towards wholeness? Check out my coven on Patreon!✨ Your support keeps this podcast going! Please consider donating to my Substack to access exclusive content and support my work. Pledge your support! Visit Dr. Robichaux’s website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Frenemies: Toxic Female FriendshipsThis episode dives deep into the shadowy side of female friendships—the frenemy dynamic. Dr. Michelle Robichaux (AKA: your Dark Fairy Godmother) explores the deeper psychological and archetypal forces at play within this dynamic and by referencing pop culture movies like Mean Girls and  Wicked, to break down why women are often drawn into intense, sometimes toxic, bonds… and how these connections might actually serve as mirrors of the parts of us we have not yet learned how to integrate.In This Episode We Explore:The Psychology of Frenemies - Why do we attract women who seem obsessed, competitive, or jealous of us—and vice versa? We explore how these dynamics often reflect subconscious wounds and unmet needs.The Goddess vs. The Witch Archetypes - Are you the “hot friend” or the “mom friend”? Learn how society shoves us into these limiting roles and how they create division between women instead of connection.The Karmic Pull of Opposites - Why opposites attract—especially in female friendships—and how this pull often stems from our inner desire to become whole.Pop Culture Case Studies - From Regina George and Janis Ian to Glinda and Elphaba—how films reflect the Light and Dark Feminine archetypes in conflict and how the main characters act as bridges between them.Integrating the Light & Dark Feminine Within Ourselves - Like Cady, all have a Regina and a Janis inside us. Learn how true self-love and real friendship start with embracing both the light and the dark, the pretty and the powerful.Ready to do the deeper work? Sign up for her upcoming Goddess-Witch Spectrum™ live course, launching this fall. Register here!🌙  Looking for a community of like-minded women to support you on your journey towards wholeness? Check out my coven on Patreon!✨ Your support keeps this podcast going! Please consider donating to my Substack to access exclusive content and support my work. Pledge your support!Visit Dr. Robichaux’s website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Performative Feminism: Why No One Gives a F**k about the All-Female SpaceflightIn this episode, Dr. Michelle Robichaux, (Your Dark Fairy Godmother) dives into the recent all-female Blue Origin spaceflight that took place on April 14, 2025 — and why, despite the historic nature of the event, the media coverage has felt more like a shallow PR stunt than a true feminist victory. While celebrating women in science and space is important, this particular mission reeks of performative feminism — where optics take precedence over substance. The episode unpacks how performative feminism, much like performative femininity, reinforces patriarchal values under the guise of empowerment. Instead of challenging systems of oppression, it often centers privileged women and leaves marginalized voices behind.True feminism, the kind that embraces the shadow and doesn't seek approval, goes far beyond “girl power” photo ops and billionaire-backed flights. It means advocating for women whose rights are being stripped away — those who don’t have the luxury of escaping into space. Through the lens of Dr. Robichaux’s Goddess-Witch Spectrum™, listeners are invited to question internalized misogyny, break free from the need to be likable, and step into their full, unfiltered feminine power.Ready to do the deeper work? Sign up for her upcoming Goddess-Witch Spectrum™ live course, launching this fall. Register here! 🌙  Looking for a community of like-minded women to support you on your journey towards wholeness? Check out my coven on Patreon!✨ Your support keeps this podcast going! Please consider donating to my Substack to access exclusive content and support my work. Pledge your support! Visit Dr. Robichaux’s website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempestLicense code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

Trad Wives & Performative FemininityIn today’s episode, we explore the cultural fascination with the "Trad Wife" aesthetic and performative femininity. What draws women to embody these traits, and how does it connect to the age-old Madonna-Whore complex, or what Dr. Michelle Robichaux has coined as the Goddess-Witch Spectrum™?  Your host Dr. Robichaux (AKA: your dark fairy godmother) explores the psychological implications of this phenomenon, unpacking how it can impact women’s sense of safety, stability, and self-concept throughout the course of their lives. Additionally, she discusses the generational ripple effects performative femininity can have on daughters as they inherit and internalize these societal pressures.This episode challenges traditional gender roles, questions the impact of idealized femininity, and offers a deeper look into the psychological and cultural forces at play.Resources:The Duluth Model (Power and Control Wheel)The Beauty Myth🌙 If you're interested in understanding the balance between these archetypes and how they affect our lives, don't forget to check out my Goddess-Witch Spectrum™ Course for deeper insights. Register here!✨ Your support keeps this podcast going! Please consider donating to my Substack to access exclusive content and support my work. Pledge your support!Visit Dr. Robichaux’s website at www.authenticlivingcc.com!   This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

The Goddess-Witch Spectrum Podcast: Episode 1Welcome, all Goddess and Witches, to the very first episode of The Goddess-Witch Spectrum™ Podcast! In this episode, your host, Dr. Michelle Robichaux, AKA your “Dark Fairy Godmother,” will unravel the origins of the Madonna-Whore complex—how it was born from Sigmund Freud and other male psychotherapists' observations of men’s sexual fantasies, which they projected onto women. Thereby forcing women to fit themselves into these categories throughout history, thus hindering women from learning how to integrate both their “light” and “dark” aspects in order to have full agency over themselves.In This Episode Dr. Robichaux (Roby) will cover:The origins of the Madonna-Whore complex and its patriarchal rootsHow the Goddess-Witch Spectrum has shaped women’s identities and how it has had deadly consequences for women’s mental and physical health.How this complex is reflected in our modern era through the “Trad Wife” and “Black Cat” trends on social media.Introduce Dr. Roby’s course on the Goddess-Witch Spectrum and how women can move towards greater integration of their “Goddess” and “Witch” parts.Resources:Step into the Circle – Explore the Goddess-Witch Spectrum CourseJoin the Coven! – Support & Subscribe on Substack @darkfairygodmotherListen now to embrace your inner Goddess and reclaim the power of your Witch! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe