Medusa is often misunderstood. Some see her as a monster. As a seductress.
Where if we dig even a little deeper, she was a mortal gorgon, beheaded by gods as a trophy.
She turns men into stone as a self protection mechanism.
Through the male gaze, she is seen as a monster.
HOWEVER, we have the power to rewrite myths.
What myths do we collectively hold about monsters? About boundaries? About self protection? Where do we lack nuance?
Journal Prompts:
✨When have you been afraid of being SEEN as a monster at the detriment to your own well being? ✨
✨Have you sacrificed yourself in ways to protect your IMAGE in the eyes of men? ✨
✨If you accepted that some people will always SEE you as monstrous, and were okay with it, what would then be able to do?
✨What boundaries would you hold?
✨What would then be possible for you?
Plant—Powered Recipe of the Day:
Nutty Fruit Crunch Delight - make your own Muesli!
Ingredients:
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup dried fruits (such as raisins, cranberries, chopped apricots)
1/2 cup mixed dried nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, cashews)
1/4 cup seeds (such as pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds)
2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Pinch of salt
Non-dairy milk of your choice (for serving)
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, dried fruits, dried nuts, seeds, ground cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
Drizzle the maple syrup or agave nectar over the oat mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly coated. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more syrup if desired.
Spread the mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until the oats turn golden brown and crispy. Stir the mixture once or twice during baking to ensure even browning.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the muesli cool completely. It will become crispier as it cools.
Once cooled, transfer the muesli to an airtight container and store it in a cool, dry place.
To serve:
Spoon some of the oatmeal muesli into a bowl.
Add non-dairy milk of your choice (such as almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk) until the desired consistency is reached. You can adjust the amount of milk depending on how thick or thin you like your muesli.
Allow the muesli to soak in the milk for a few minutes, or you can enjoy it immediately if you prefer a crunchier texture.
Feel free to add fresh fruits or additional toppings like a dollop of nut butter or a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra flavor and nutrients.
Enjoy your homemade vegan oatmeal muesli with dried nuts and fruits!
Paradigm Shifter: Boundaries are Powerful
Boundaries delineate where you end and someone else begins.
It marks your reign of control and protects you from someone else having power over you.
Boundaries, standards and limits aren’t always comfortable. People who benefit from our lack of them will paint us monsters when we finally set them.
But boundaries are love.
Boundaries create space for our fuck yes.
𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 + 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐭𝐨... 👇🏼
1️⃣ A decision
Nobody becomes a leader by following the orders of another.
You choose. Because you’ve witnessed yourself in all the places, because you were born to be, because it’s the vision of your heart.
2️⃣ Deciding again
There’s that initial decision.
And then there’s the daily choice to… see yourself as it.
This is the place most people fail because it takes dedication, grit, and dying to be reborn.
Especially on the days you don’t want to, or can’t see through the muck… you show up.
To one thing.
Anything.
It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.
3️⃣ Lead your own life in a way that holds yourself to the highest standard
Care for, nurture, and love yourself and your family like none else.
Put yourself first.
Focus on what REALLY matters: like your health, your relationships, and your heart.
Work toward goals, challenge yourself, and overcome obstacles on the regular.
You will start to see yourself as a leader when you stop putting your results in ANYONE else’s hands.
It’s not up to anyone else to forge you into this.
It’s you with you, baby.
With sexy self-care and all my love,
Groovy Girl 🦋