I have spent much of my adult life seeking a missing piece of myself. I had no idea where to look and I really didn’t even know if I would recognize it when I saw it. For as long as I can recall, I have been hearing projections of others telling me things like “You are too much, too loud, too strong, too driven, too sensitive, too needy, too independent.” This list goes on. I felt like I was existing in the fringe; not a part; not fitting in. The piece of me I was seeking was the space where I was just enough.
In a dark moment of depression, when I was not sure how to face the life I was suffering through, I felt a warm, safe presence. She comforted me and showered me in assurance and stability. As the energy supported me, I heard “You were born for this.” I instantly knew I was in the presence of Joan of Arc.
Since that morning, I have learned to find the missing pieces I seek by calling in Ascended Master Goddesses and soaking in all they have to offer. I am thrilled to introduce you to a few Goddesses that I have found to be supportive. I am sharing my interpretation and information that I have received from these Goddesses. You may receive differing information or have other interpretations and they are all perfect!
Quan Yin. Quan Yin is the Goddess of Mercy and Compassion. She comes from a Chinese/ Buddhist tradition, and has Indian influence. Her name, when translated from Sanskrit means “Born of the Lotus”. She is often depicted in a white flowing gown and a beautiful crown.
When to call on Quan Yin
When you are feeling lost and without hope, Quan Yin guides you to embody compassion and mercy for yourself. She also supports you in showing compassion and charity to others.
Items Associated with Connecting with Quan Yin
Jade
Lotus Flower
Water
Jasmine essential oil
Mary Magdalene. Mary Magdalene is from a Judeo-Christian tradition. She is commonly known as the bride of Jesus and has faced disparaging judgments for millenia. Her presence and teachings are referenced in the Gnostic Traditions.
When to call on Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene helps you to find love within all experiences and awakens those with eyes to see and ears to hear to the truth of the power of love. She also supports you in letting go of attachment to the thoughts and opinions of others. Do not allow judgment from others to affect you.
Items Associated with Connecting with Mary Magdelene
Garnet, Rose Quartz, Pink Tourmaline
Deep Red/ Burgundy color
Roses and Lilies
Spikenard and myrrh essential oils
Joan of Arc. Joan was a channel of divine energy from a young age and used the support she received through that channel to champion her people. She was brave, decisive and strategic, as she battled armies of men. She was executed for her convictions and her divine connection.
When to Call on Joan of Arc. When you need protection or strength, Joan of Arc is always willing to guide you to find the answers and conviction you need. She leads you to embody warrior energy, exactly when you need it.
Items Associated with Connecting with Joan of Arc:
Lapis Lazuli, aquamarine
Color Blue, Fleur-de-lis
Bronze, Fire, Iris
Verbena and clove essential oils
Hathor. She is the Ancient Goddess of Egypt, often depicted with bovine horns and the eye of ra. She has been known by various names and is considered the wife of Osiris who collected most of his body parts and brought him back to life (this part of the legend relates to Isis as well). She is also thought to be the mother of Ra, the Sun God
When to call upon Hathor. I call upon Hathor when I need strength and support around being visible and heard. She also supports the restoration of your birthright of health.
Items Associated with Connecting to Hathor:
Turquoise and Gold
Green, Blue and Black colors
Flowers in general
Neroli and Patchouli essential oils
Green Tara. Sometimes referred to as the first feminist, Green Tara (there is a White Tara representation, as well) is here to liberate all, but especially women. She is purported to be of Nepali origin, but the Chinese claim her in some texts.
When to call upon Green Tara. When you feel led to release victimhood, embrace your true innocence and nurture your inner child
Items Associated with Connecting to Green Tara:
Jade Turquoise Aventurine
Sanskrit Mantra: Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha
Blue Lotus
Juniper Berry and Lime essential oils
Isis. Goddess Isis is Egyptian Diety royalty, born of the earth and the sky, married to the god of the underworld. She is the embodiment of power. She is also associated with tapping into the divine feminine of sensuality.
When to call upon Isis. When you are ready to tap into your divine feminine, in all ways, Isis is ready to support you. She encourages you to take up space, be seen and to claim your place.
Items Associated with Connecting to Green Tara:
Bloodstone crystals
White clothing, snake skin and cow leather
Lotus
Cypress and geranium essential oils
Morrigan. The Morrigan is the Celtic concept of a trio of goddesses. They are represented as one and often show up as a crow. They are the energy of strategy, strength and death (which leads to rebirth).
When to call upon Isis. She guides you to discern when surrender is in your highest and best interest and when it is time to stand up and fight. She also supports you in transformation, and seeing the opportunities unfolding before you.
Items Associated with Connecting to Green Tara:
Garnet, Quartz, Citrine
Deep Red, Brown and Purple
Witch hazel, vervain, nightshades
Dragon’s blood and rosemary essential oils and herbs
Pachamama. The Incans have a strong reverence for Pachamama, the Earth Goddess. She is strong and perseveres while offering life and renewal in a beautiful cycle.
When to call upon Pachamama. Seek support for healing from Pachamama, become aware of the cycles of death and rebirth, surrender into the stability she offers you as she supports your physical body.
Items Associated with Connecting to Pachamama:
Citrine and various minerals
Deep Earth tones
Plants and Wood – often burned as an offering
White Spruce, Frankincense and Angelica essential oils
There is much overlap among the energies of the Ascended Master Goddesses. I encourage you to call on the one that feels right, as they all support you and want only what is best for you. If you feel a connection with one particular energy, tap into that and explore it!
Take the Goddess Archetype Quiz to find out what Goddess is around you now.