In Part 2 of the final episode of Season 1, Maria continues exploring the rich symbology of The Handless Maiden with special guest Dagny from The Art of Rest. Together, they delve into themes of being nourished by the soul world, the archetypes of the magician, gardener, and king, and the transformative journey of growing our hands back again.

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Dagny Deutchman is the founder and owner of The Art of Rest, a space where she believes if you live your life creatively—the art will take care of the rest. Dagny is a dreamer, a dancer, a poet and a friend and loves sharing and catching stories, as much as she loves sleeping under stars.

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Email: dagnyrose@theartofrest.me

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In the final episode of Season 1, Maria delves into the epic tale of The Handless Maiden alongside special guest Nikki. Together, they explore the symbolism of losing one’s hands, the inner predator, ways to protect our creative lives, and much more.

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Nikki Lizares is the founder and soup tender of Wild Woman Rising, a space where women come together to explore and tend to both their inner and outer landscapes. An author, ecologist, and advocate for women’s circles, Nikki loves to collect stories, especially ones that show kinship with earth and all its creatures.

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Substack: wayofthewildwoman.substack.com
Email: nikki@thewildwomanrising.com

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Dive into the tale of The Woman with Hair of Gold to uncover the archetype of Kore—a self-contained, sovereign woman. Explore the transformative power of releasing shameful secrets, embracing grief, and healing the wounds we carry to fully embody our strong and vital self.

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Explore the Japanese folktale of The Crescent Moon Bear, a story that reflects on the dual nature of rage—one that corrodes and one that is essential to a woman’s life. Maria Souza unpacks the archetypes of the healer and magical animals, as well as the symbolism of the bear, the mountain, and the path of healing woven throughout this tale.

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Explore the Greek Myth of Baubo and a reflection on the symbology of laughter and the archetype of the Goddess of Fecundity as a source of power and vitality. Maria Souza also touches on the symbology of the breasts and vulva for women.

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In this episode, Maria Souza tells the Central American folktale of La Llorona, a story that showcases the tragedy of letting go of one's creative power. The symbolic reflection highlights the importance to nurture, unblock and protect women's creative life and how can our animus be ally, instead of tyrant.

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In this episode, Maria Souza tells the story of Sealskin, Soulskin and brings a reflection on the symbology of the skin, the cycles of women's life, the marriage between ego and soul, and the agreements and gifts this relationship offers us.

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In this episode, Maria Souza analyses the eight traps that the heroine in The Red Shoes succumbs to and what we can do to heal instinct. Reflect on what you must take to the executioner's house and women's excesses.

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Step into a year-long journey where ancient myths meet modern lives, empowering you to rediscover your Self, connect deeply with a community of women, and awaken the story waiting within you. Save your spot!

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