Inspired by Max Dashu’s post: Ahebi Ugbabe, the Female Leopard of Igboland But first, some thoughts from Caryn: My son dated a gorgeous Nigerian woman who was extremely Christian (and ‘evangelical’ in her Christianity). One time, my son fell asleep during their visit, and her and I proceeded to have a discussion on God, Christianity, […]
Give Yourself Permission: An Invocation to Shekhinah-Lilith-Ishtar
Based on D’vorah Grenn, PhD article in Feminism and Religion here. They told us it was evil to pray to anyone besides Jesus or the whitemalegod. Help us, sweet dark lady of the night, holy winged figure of the light—rageful, wise judge, warmest heart, soulful visionary, You who dwell within each of us, You who […]
#Goddess101Texts March 2026
*Photo has been digitally altered to not show any nipples because that is not allowed in social media, and we need to create a world that is safe for our children. March 31, 2026. The Original Spiral Goddess Statue by Abby Willowroot. https://thedfapp.blog/goddess-101/ March 30, 2026. Strong women in Christianity. Portugal museum. Artemis Expert Dr. […]
Bringing Our Men Along: “Iron John” by Robert Bly
“We are living at an important fruitful moment now, for it is clear to men that the images of adult manhood given by the popular culture are worn out; a man can no longer depend on them. By the time a man is thirty-five he knows that the images of the right man, the tough […]
The Moon is Always Female
“Her glorious light. “The moon is always female,” wrote poet Marge Piercy. The connection of women and the moon is strong. As Robin Wall Kimmerer says in relating “The Words That Come Before Else,” “We put our minds together and give thanks to our oldest Grandmother, the Moon, who lights the nighttime sky. She is […]
Goddess 101
Written by and in honor of Abby Willowroot – as found in the preface of The Great Goddess Mother of All *See main picture credit below A note by Caryn: “When I first found Women’s Circles back in 2014, I bought one of these statues! So lovely to find out who designed it! IN honor […]
You Cannot Decenter Men While Still Kneeling to One
A guest post by Lisa Marie Hayes Women keep being told to decenter men as though it is a lifestyle preference. It is not. For many of us, decentering men is survival. It is what happens when you finally understand how much of your life has been organized around male approval, male comfort, male authority, […]
Witch Tips: Thriving not just Surviving
even in Chaos 1. Survival = Grounding & Protection First Before spells, aesthetics, or tools—focus on stability. Core practices: Ground daily (barefoot outside, breathwork, touch something natural)Cleanse your space regularly (smoke, sound, water, intention)Protect your energy (visual shields, wards, or simple intention-setting) Think: “Am I energetically safe and centered?” 2. Build a Simple, Consistent Practice […]
What Is Missing – Betty Friedan The Feminine Mystique
the problem finds a name “Her book inspired me as a young wife and mother to become involved in the women’s empowerment movement. I still am in my 80’s.” Ann Smith, Green Tent Circle She had done everything right. Bettye Naomi Goldstein grew up in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of a Russian immigrant jeweler and […]
A Small Fist of Resistance
Sometimes all we haveis a small fist of resistance,lifted to offer our own stubborn joy,our own sacred work,our own determined hope upinto a sea of chaos & noise,held up in defiance to an avalanche of apathy & greed,refusing to capitulate to cynicism or surrender to despair.We light our candles & offer our prayers.We call the […]