An Archetype is an example of a pattern or trait that is echoed across time and cultures. Women embody various archetypes throughout their lives that can be felt throughout the phases of her menstrual cycle, the moon cycles, and the seasons of the year. The 4 Archetypes of Women’s Wisdom each hold superpowers including creativity, spunk, magnetism, intuition, compassion, giving beyond what you thought possible, and many more. You may feel more connected to an Archetype during a stage in your life, or during a certain life event. You can also learn to strengthen and heal Archetypes to become connected to certain strengths and energies as you need them. By creating an intimate relationship with these archetypes, you can heal past wounds, and prepare for what is to come. 

Take the quiz below to learn about what Archetypes you are most connected to now, and what may need a little more attention and support.

Keep track of your answers, let’s go!

The Archetypes Quiz

I feel most loved when

a) I am given space to be myself

b) My needs are met

c) Someone asks me for a story or a piece of wisdom to help them

d) I feel needed and can help and support someone else

I love hanging out with people when

a) It is with people who fill my soul

b) They are uplifting and I know I’ll have fun

c) It is with people who deeply respect me

d) I have the energy and am feeling my best

To me, criticism feels

a) Personal and painful

b) No big deal

c) Not relevant, I barely pay attention to it

d) Hurtful, but I can usually shake it off

My biggest frustration is

a) Feeling like I’m living against the grain and constantly having to challenge the ideals of how I’m “supposed” to be and show up in the world

b) Not feeling in control of my own life

c) Not being listened to or believed

d) Exhaustion and burnout

I feel most recharged when I

a) Am spending time with my passions, doing what I love

b) Get to laugh and play

c) Spend time alone

d) Am surrounded by people I love

My favorite season of the year is

a) Autumn

b) Spring

c) Winter

d) Summer

I think learning is

a) Essential for my growth

b) Exciting,!I want to learn everything and as much as possible

c) Important to take with depth - quality over quantity

d) Sounds nice but I don’t know if I have time

People describe me as

a) Discerning and clear

b) Spirited and imaginative

c) Wise and experienced

d) Productive and ambitious

I’m really good at

a) Speaking up when things are out of balance

b) Coming up with new ideas

c) Listening to my inner knowing

d) Multi-tasking

In a team environment, I’m the one who

a) Recognizes and speaks up about injustices and imbalances

b) Brings lightness or humor to the conversation

c) Shares a wise, grounded perspective

d) Is the force behind making changes happen

When solving a problem I tend to

a) Follow what my soul desires

b) Dream up all the possible solutions even if they seem weird or crazy

c) Listen to my inner knowing

d) Always keep my friends and family’s needs in the forefront

When faced with an unfair/unjust situation, my tendency is to

a) Use my wisdom to create a solution

b) Break down, cry, or hide

c) Live in my own rebellious way

d) Fight for fairness

The part of my body that I feel holds the most wisdom is (need help? Ask your body a question like what do you need right now, and see what part of your body feels the most sensation)

a) Solar plexus/middle of my torso

b) Heart

c) Third eye/forehead

d) Womb space/pelvis

How to read the results: Women hold each of these Archetypes in them at all times so it is likely that you have a few in many categories. Read the descriptions below to find what Archetypes you are most influenced by today. (It may change daily, weekly, or yearly)

a’s: Creatrix: The Creatrix holds the energy of discernment. She is able to see with great clarity. She can sense this in areas of business, relationships, scheduling, and anything that feels unbalanced.

b’s: Maiden: The Maiden is a young, spirited adolescent. She takes in the world around her with fresh eyes. Her mind is bursting with creativity, hopefulness, and imagination.

c’s: Crone: The Crone is the ultimate keeper of wisdom. She generously shares wisdom to those who ask and it comes through easily and simply because wisdom is who she is.

d’s: Mother: The Mother is the ultimate life carrier. She does not only give birth to children, but also to ideas, projects and relationships. She takes care of herself and other with grace and self-sovereignty.

Learn more about each Archetype including how to use their superpowers, and how to strengthen those who’s scores were low in the workbook here.

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