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Keeping Her Keys: At The Crossroads of Modern Life and the Deeper WorldAuthor: Cyndi Brannen
Join me as I explore the healing journey at the crossroads of modern life and the deeper world. Claim, and keep, your unique keys. Devoted to the ancient goddess Hekate as World Soul. About me: Cyndi Brannen is an author and teacher, dedicated to reclaiming the divine feminine through personal inquiry, rituals, and more. Learn more about Cyndi's work at keepingherkeys.com Language: en Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Medea: Witch of Shadows
Episode 10
Saturday, 7 March, 2026
Content discusses sexual violence and other potentially distressing themes.For centuries, Medea’s story has been twisted: cast as avillain or a victim, her truth buried beneath myths of revenge and foreignness. But beneath the myth, she’s a powerful archetype—one who challenges us to confront our own traumas, shadows, and the boundaries we fear to cross.Christen and I explore the mythological and historicalsignificance of Medea, her representation in ancient stories, and her relevance for modern shadow work and healing.She’s the witch who transforms poison into medicine—reminding us that healing often comes from the deepest shadows. Key questions:What choices are you capable of making to claim your voice?What does your longing for belonging look like? Keywords: Medea, shadow work, mythology, Hecate, Hekate, Greek gods, healing, trauma, witchcraft, ancient Greece, empowerment Key topics: Medea's mythological origins and cultural contextHer connection to Hekate and ancient Greek magicThemes of trauma, betrayal, and empowermentThe role of shadow work in healing personal woundsSymbolism of serpents, dragons, and thresholds in Medea'sstory "Medea challenges us to explore our shadows.""She is a spirit of poisons that heal.""She is a symbol of the sacred feminine andthresholds." Chapters 00:00 Exploring Medea: The Complex Witch04:32 Medea's Story: A Reflection on Power Dynamics07:39 Healing Through Shadows: The Power of Medea08:24 Exploring the Myth of Medea13:02 Medea's Truth: A Channeled Message19:17 Understanding Medea's Power and Presence22:02 Historical Context of Medea's Story29:04 Medea as a Symbol of the Other34:00 The Enchantment of Medea36:29 Medea's Sacrifices for Love39:27 The Tragic Consequences of Betrayal42:03 The Complexity of Choice and Power45:08 Medea as a Symbol of Grief and Loss47:50 The Duality of the Feminine Spirit51:14 Medea's Role in Founding Cities52:51 Medea as a Figure of the Oppressed57:13 The Wisdom of Medea Books by Cyndi Brannen: Entering Hekate's Garden Entering Hekate’s Cauldron Euripides’ MedeaThe Argonautica - Ancient Greek Epic Madeline Miller's Circe Learn more: keepingherkeys.com
