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Spiritual Bath | The Art of using Water, Flowers & Prayer to heal
Throughout history, spiritual bathing has held a deep significance in cultures around the world as a practice for cleansing the body, mind, and spirit.
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DIY - Fall CACAO CEREMONY for Gratitude
As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, fall invites us to slow down, reflect, and savor moments of gratitude
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Rituals to Celebrate Balance - the Upcoming Fall Equinox
The fall equinox is all about balance—between light and darkness, activity and rest, growth and stillness. Just as the days and nights align in perfect harmony, this time reminds us to find equilibrium in our own lives.
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Adding Depth and Action to Therapy: How combining CBT and Jungian Archetypes Empower Women
By combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with the richness of Jungian Archetypes, women can unlock a more holistic and transformative therapeutic experience.
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The Crone Archetype (Wise Woman)
The crone doesn’t care about society’s outdated standards for women. She’s too busy being fabulous and wise to worry about fitting into anyone else’s expectations...
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The Mystic Archetype in Midlife
While other feminine archetypes might focus on nurturing, creating, or achieving, the mystic leans toward introspection, higher truths, and a sense of inner knowing that often feels just a bit otherworldly.
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The Mother Archetype
It’s messy, it’s magical, and it’s definitely not for the faint of heart. You’ve laughed, cried, and probably questioned your sanity more than once, but through it all, you’ve embodied a role that’s equal parts grit and grace.
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A Funeral & Wedding on the Same Day - letters from Dena
I sat on the front of a boat, watching the sky change from daylight to dusk -- and was caught in the absolute wonder of what it is to have the experience of being alive.
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The Maiden Archetype Overview
Here’s to the Maiden: the version of you who made some ridiculous choices, cried over the wrong people, and thought she had all the answers. She didn’t, but that’s okay. She gave you the raw material to become who you are now—someone who has the wisdom to appreciate her youthful chaos and maybe even laugh about it.
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Lean into Authenticity -The Huntress Archetype in Menopause
Out of all the feminine archetypes—the mother, the maiden, the queen, the wise woman—the huntress stands out for her fierce independence and her ability to chart her own course. Unlike the nurturing mother or the reflective wise woman, the huntress is unapologetically action-oriented. She knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to pursue it.
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Get Satisfaction by Embracing the Lover Archetype in Midlife
The lover archetype isn’t just about romantic love or being someone else’s muse—it’s about embodying a zest for life itself. Unlike the nurturing mother archetype, the wise crone, or the independent maiden, the lover archetype thrives on sensory experiences, creative expression, and deep emotional connections.
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Embracing Wisdom in Menopause - The Sage Archetype in Midlife
After Menopause: Embracing the Sage Archetype - Fewer F*'s to Give
And then, menopause hits. The hot flashes, the mood swings, the random tears because a commercial about a puppy sent you over the edge. It’s a lot. But amidst all of that, something magical begins to happen: the sage archetype comes into full bloom.
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Harness Your Power with The Queen Archetype in Midlife
Midlife isn’t about losing yourself; it’s about finding a new version of you, and embracing your inner queen archetype is one powerful way to do it. The queen archetype is all about owning your power, confidence, and authority. It’s the part of you that can make decisions without second-guessing yourself, nurture others while holding boundaries, and rule your life with a sense of purpose.
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How Does Sleep Affect Mental Health?
Sleep is essential for emotional well-being and cognitive function, allowing your brain to process emotions, consolidate memories, and recharge for the day ahead. Without adequate sleep, it’s harder to manage stress, stay focused, and maintain a positive outlook.
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Female Archetypes Quiz
By answering a series of fun and thought-provoking questions, you’ll uncover your unique mix of these archetypes. Not only will you learn which archetype is most dominant in your personality, but you’ll also see a percentage breakdown for all seven archetypes. This insight can help you better understand your strengths, passions, and how you show up in different areas of life.
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Menopause as a Rite of Passage - on Life Initiations
Menopause is so much more than just a biological event; it’s a profound life transition, a doorway into an entirely new phase of existence.
Unfortunately, society often overlooks its significance, reducing it to just a list of symptoms or a marker of aging.
But what if we shifted our perspective and saw menopause for what it truly is? A soulful initiation.
A rite of passage.
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Myth and Storytelling as Important Therapeutic Resources
Why Myth and Storytelling are Important Therapeutic Resources.
Before we had words, we had pictures.
Images that spoke directly to our primal nature.
Stories are a part of who we are.
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Exploring Despachos, Mandalas & Jungian Archetypes for Self Empowerment
n the journey of personal growth, it can be empowering to discover tools that help us connect with ourselves and the world around us. Despachos, Mandalas, and Jungian Archetypes each offer unique ways to inspire self-awareness, healing, and transformation...
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Feeling Triggered? It May Be Time to Explore Your Shadow Side
First introduced by Carl Jung, the shadow represents the hidden or unconscious parts of ourselves—traits, emotions, or desires we’ve learned to suppress because they don’t align with how we want to see ourselves or how we want others to see us.
While this might sound unsettling, acknowledging and exploring the shadow can be a powerful tool for personal growth.
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The Challenge of the Caregiver | On Archetypes
The challenge of the caregiver archetype is to know when to give care, and when to stop giving care.
It sounds simple, right? But it....
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My name is Dena Bradford, MA
Dena is a psychotherapy student, healthcare executive, and medicine woman.
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A near-death health experience in her 30s prompted Dena to shift from a traditional industrialized healthcare philosophy in search of a deeper meaning to life, a stronger connection to God, and embracing balance at the intersection of the mind, body, brain and spirit for healing.

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