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Woman Most Wild: Three Keys to Liberating the Witch Within
Discover an Ancient Path to Power, Wisdom & Magick
What do you think of when you hear the word witch? Through centuries of persecution, our society has been indoctrinated into thinking that witches are evil villains. Author and proud witch Danielle Dulsky debunks this interpretation and reveals the true nature of Witchcraft: an ancient spiritual path that rejects religious dogma in favor of female empowerment and a deep reverence for the Earth. In a collaborative, conversational tone, Woman Most Wild reclaims the Earth-centered power of aligning with our wildest, freest selves to create an inclusive world for all.
The three keys to liberating your inner witch and owning your power are:
• Wild Rhythm: aligning yourself with the cycles of nature
• Wild Ritual: understanding the importance of ritual and ceremony
• Wild Circle: bonding with like-minded seekers
Dulsky’s tools for embracing and experiencing the power of these keys, including moon rituals, healing meditations, yoga postures, circle work, and Goddess encounters, will guide you toward joining the cosmic dance befitting the divine, limitless woman you are.
What do you think of when you hear the word witch? Through centuries of persecution, our society has been indoctrinated into thinking that witches are evil villains. Author and proud witch Danielle Dulsky debunks this interpretation and reveals the true nature of Witchcraft: an ancient spiritual path that rejects religious dogma in favor of female empowerment and a deep reverence for the Earth. In a collaborative, conversational tone, Woman Most Wild reclaims the Earth-centered power of aligning with our wildest, freest selves to create an inclusive world for all.
The three keys to liberating your inner witch and owning your power are:
• Wild Rhythm: aligning yourself with the cycles of nature
• Wild Ritual: understanding the importance of ritual and ceremony
• Wild Circle: bonding with like-minded seekers
Dulsky’s tools for embracing and experiencing the power of these keys, including moon rituals, healing meditations, yoga postures, circle work, and Goddess encounters, will guide you toward joining the cosmic dance befitting the divine, limitless woman you are.
256 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 2017
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May 19, 2017
Ok. ? I do see why some people would like this, especially those just delving into paganism/witchyness, trying to find a place to fit in. Younger me that loved Women Who Run with the Wolves would have been all over this (I still have a soft spot for that book). I had reasonable hope that this would be a book I'd enjoy, especially since this author blatantly states "the rejection of transgender women from traditional women's circles has been an unfortunate underhadned instrument of oppression labeled as feminism." (p. 6) Yes!
But honestly, I couldn't finish it. Never mind the ~tantric~ and ~chakra~ stuff just seemingly thrown in without any mention of who and where these things come from, I thought the referring to the reader as "my love", "my sister", "my sister WITCH", "my BLESSED sister" and, the cringy "[comma] Woman" statements (i.e.: "gather these materials, Woman" p. 21, "I love you, Woman!" p. 136 "Artist you are, Woman" p.20), in every other sentence would stop after a while, but it didn't. It was ceaseless, and it really rustled my jimmies. It is also deeply embedded in the idea of duality, which doesn't resonate with me. And to be fair, duality is a thing in most pagan books, so this is not unique. There is also a deep focus on "divine destiny" (i.e. "you were born precisely at this time for a reason" p. 116) which also doesn't jive with me. It's just all over kind of "lovey" classic fluffy bunny stuff.
It's to the point where I can't even finish this and I think it's going back to the bookstore this weekend. Oh wellllll.
But honestly, I couldn't finish it. Never mind the ~tantric~ and ~chakra~ stuff just seemingly thrown in without any mention of who and where these things come from, I thought the referring to the reader as "my love", "my sister", "my sister WITCH", "my BLESSED sister" and, the cringy "[comma] Woman" statements (i.e.: "gather these materials, Woman" p. 21, "I love you, Woman!" p. 136 "Artist you are, Woman" p.20), in every other sentence would stop after a while, but it didn't. It was ceaseless, and it really rustled my jimmies. It is also deeply embedded in the idea of duality, which doesn't resonate with me. And to be fair, duality is a thing in most pagan books, so this is not unique. There is also a deep focus on "divine destiny" (i.e. "you were born precisely at this time for a reason" p. 116) which also doesn't jive with me. It's just all over kind of "lovey" classic fluffy bunny stuff.
It's to the point where I can't even finish this and I think it's going back to the bookstore this weekend. Oh wellllll.
April 17, 2017
I rarely mix my work life and my personal book interests here on Goodreads, but this time I have to make an exception. This is a brilliantly wonderful, empowering book. Danielle has a wonderful, poetic writing style that feels rich and velvety while still infused with empowerment and energy. Now more than ever, we all need to embrace our inner feminine power (no matter where you find yourself gender-wise) and this book goes in depth on how to do just that. I can't say enough good things about this book. It's truly brilliant. In the desire to be transparent, I am the author's publicist, but this is the first book I have written a review of on my own personal account. I honestly, truly love this book.
April 28, 2017
From start to finish of "Woman Most Wild: Three Keys to liberate the Witch Within," my eyes were glued to the magically empowering words Danielle Dulsky surged through my eyeballs. This book shared with my soul, a witch I had forgotten was within me. I cried tears of release, had deep belly laughs throughout while finding the key to unlock my inner witchy woman. From reading "Woman most wild," I realized I had really become isolated from nature's magick, and I've already started wandering back out to the forest to find my Mother tree. Thank you Danielle for this gift.
"I made the holiest vows in utter silence,
Trusting the an ancient version of myself was listening;
Knowing that in a time long gone, I was being heard.
My heart-voice echoed through the Mother oaks,
And this wounded woman from a world at war learned
who she was
Only by listening to her own voice on a warm wind."
May you find as much value as I did from treasured words found within this book!
"I made the holiest vows in utter silence,
Trusting the an ancient version of myself was listening;
Knowing that in a time long gone, I was being heard.
My heart-voice echoed through the Mother oaks,
And this wounded woman from a world at war learned
who she was
Only by listening to her own voice on a warm wind."
May you find as much value as I did from treasured words found within this book!
June 26, 2019
It took me a long time to read this, not because I didn't like it but because it sat on my bedside table, to be dipped into just when the spirit moved me. Danielle's writing style won't be to everyone's taste, but it's right smack in my moan zone. I just love it. Rich, vivid, evocative, descriptive, delicious. Can't even tell you much about the content, although it must be at least good enough not to yank me out of the reading moment. Mostly, for me, this book was about feeling and sensation. Gorgeous.
January 24, 2021
Honestly, not at all what I was expecting, as a practicing witch for 35 years, this isn't so much about becoming a witch as it is about opening up to spirituality instead of religion. There isn't much here that is overtly witchy. Yes there are meditations, (Many, most of the book is really meditation exercises that are presented in a smoother than saying, "Try this meditation."
While it does talk about opening yourself up with a very brief overview of several practices witches may take place in, such as working with chakras,the concept of magic seems to take a back burner.
I did enjoy parts of the book, though admit, constantly being called "love" was a bit annoying It simply was not what I expected and I felt it only touched on the surface of what it truly means to be a witch.
Again, a good introduction on spirituality, not much on the craft.
While it does talk about opening yourself up with a very brief overview of several practices witches may take place in, such as working with chakras,the concept of magic seems to take a back burner.
I did enjoy parts of the book, though admit, constantly being called "love" was a bit annoying It simply was not what I expected and I felt it only touched on the surface of what it truly means to be a witch.
Again, a good introduction on spirituality, not much on the craft.
April 24, 2017
I don't know where to begin. Danielle's words of power found me first via Facebook; article after article she lifted me up from the ashes and reminded me of my inherent Shakti fire and wild nature. Fast forward to receiving a copy of this book (which I was so honored and blessed to receive) and it was page after page of me screaming, "YES, YES, YES!". Her words are woven spells; like a spider web draws in prey, this book will surely capture you, too--in the best way possible.
Not since "Women Who Run with Wolves" by Clarissa Pinkola Estes has a book hit me so hard, and so close to home. Danielle guides the reader through Wild Woman Spirituality while rekindling the Divine Feminine spark within us all. She empowers us while dishing out hard truth and practical applications.
This book is necessary for every Witch, every Woman, every person who wishes to re-wild themselves, and get back to the animals we are. It is through Danielle's raw truth that we understand the power of our wild, for that is where our Magick resides.
The Divine Feminine is rising and this book is a supreme example of that.
Not since "Women Who Run with Wolves" by Clarissa Pinkola Estes has a book hit me so hard, and so close to home. Danielle guides the reader through Wild Woman Spirituality while rekindling the Divine Feminine spark within us all. She empowers us while dishing out hard truth and practical applications.
This book is necessary for every Witch, every Woman, every person who wishes to re-wild themselves, and get back to the animals we are. It is through Danielle's raw truth that we understand the power of our wild, for that is where our Magick resides.
The Divine Feminine is rising and this book is a supreme example of that.
April 26, 2017
A celebration of the sacred feminine - The definitive word on what it means to embody, become, move, and breathe the sacred feminine. The author acts as A guide for teaching others how to live with the rhythms of the seasons of Mother Earth. She offers ritual, chants and practices to honor the seasons that serve our beautiful and bountiful bodies, throughout our life span ❤
WMW weaves a path for which we can travel, as divine beams of light, to access the energies of this planet to aide humanity ❤
"At this pivotal moment, women everywhere are waking to their designated task as wild healers of our wounded world. Know yourself as the Mother of Miracles, and trust your passions and desires as sacred clues to your purpose in this life."
Danielle Dulsky
WMW weaves a path for which we can travel, as divine beams of light, to access the energies of this planet to aide humanity ❤
"At this pivotal moment, women everywhere are waking to their designated task as wild healers of our wounded world. Know yourself as the Mother of Miracles, and trust your passions and desires as sacred clues to your purpose in this life."
Danielle Dulsky
April 29, 2017
This book actually howls as you eat of its delicious powerful medicinal words. It is an enchanting journey into the realm of the sacred divine feminine....I truly suggest this book for all women regardless of spiritual practice, race and or culture. It is incredibly diverse and serves as a great tool for awakening and healing the collective wound by channeling your inner power and remembering what we were taught to forget ...... powerful .... mind blowing ... soul charging .....
A real Gem from an author who delivers like wild thunder and water ...
This book is life transforming and has awakened a fire inside me that will never quiet ~
A real Gem from an author who delivers like wild thunder and water ...
This book is life transforming and has awakened a fire inside me that will never quiet ~
April 25, 2017
Although I don't identify as a Witch myself I identified deep down in my soul with Danielle's words, imagery and writings. Reading this book I felt as if Danielle channeled my grandmother and all my ancestors before her and they are telling me to reconnect with the Earth and all of her wisdom. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking to reclaim her (or his) wild self and get back to their roots. I will be giving this a second read.
May 28, 2017
What I value most about this book is how well it serves the feminist mystic who is looking for empowerment and an inspiring framework for navigating life through the lens of feminine divinity... rather than a detailed rigid spiritual philosophy which robs you of your own innate sacred power and offers no space for self-definition.
It is of course this non-hierarchical flexible approach which makes it both innately feminine and - for me - is at the root of its immense power and contribution to the canon.
It seems to me a deeply sad irony that the realm of spiritual philosophy and teaching, which ought to be at the vanguard of human evolution is actually an area potentially most at risk from the worst kinds of dysfunctional patriarchal hunger for power and abuse, in the form of spiritual predators.
I personally fell foul of such trickery soon after awakening to my spiritual path and paid a very high price for my poor choice of teachers: I was left spiritually bereft and abandoned after the meditation centre who had promised me they were my forever spiritual home dropped me like a hot potato when I developed symptoms of psychosis. This may well have been because the rigid type of meditation and philosophy they had taught me was in all likelihood (I later found out) a major cause of my mental health crisis. In the immediate aftermath of their rejection of me, whilst still in a state of psychosis I took a literal "leap of faith" from a bridge resulting in a broken pelvis and ankle.
So, on a personal level, I could not be more aware of the potential dangers of adopting a pre-packaged spiritual practice where you "do as you are told". On a more subtle level though it has also become clear to me that it surely cannot be possible for me to discover and explore my own divinity (in which I am sovereign) through doing exactly what someone else tells me to do?
Given my own experience, a little of which I have retold here, I cannot begin to express the impact Danielle's book (and other writing) has had in helping to heal these wounds I have carried for the last ten years, and also enriching my spiritual life in a way I had given up thinking was possible (as I could obviously never risk making the same mistake again of giving away my power to a spiritual teacher who would require me to blindly follow their lead). I thank you Danielle from the depths of my slowly healing heart.
It is of course this non-hierarchical flexible approach which makes it both innately feminine and - for me - is at the root of its immense power and contribution to the canon.
It seems to me a deeply sad irony that the realm of spiritual philosophy and teaching, which ought to be at the vanguard of human evolution is actually an area potentially most at risk from the worst kinds of dysfunctional patriarchal hunger for power and abuse, in the form of spiritual predators.
I personally fell foul of such trickery soon after awakening to my spiritual path and paid a very high price for my poor choice of teachers: I was left spiritually bereft and abandoned after the meditation centre who had promised me they were my forever spiritual home dropped me like a hot potato when I developed symptoms of psychosis. This may well have been because the rigid type of meditation and philosophy they had taught me was in all likelihood (I later found out) a major cause of my mental health crisis. In the immediate aftermath of their rejection of me, whilst still in a state of psychosis I took a literal "leap of faith" from a bridge resulting in a broken pelvis and ankle.
So, on a personal level, I could not be more aware of the potential dangers of adopting a pre-packaged spiritual practice where you "do as you are told". On a more subtle level though it has also become clear to me that it surely cannot be possible for me to discover and explore my own divinity (in which I am sovereign) through doing exactly what someone else tells me to do?
Given my own experience, a little of which I have retold here, I cannot begin to express the impact Danielle's book (and other writing) has had in helping to heal these wounds I have carried for the last ten years, and also enriching my spiritual life in a way I had given up thinking was possible (as I could obviously never risk making the same mistake again of giving away my power to a spiritual teacher who would require me to blindly follow their lead). I thank you Danielle from the depths of my slowly healing heart.
April 14, 2017
Endorsements:
“Danielle Dulsky has dared to reclaim [the word witch] in this deeply alchemical and passionate book. Not only does she brave the word, but she also restores the rich, embodied meanings and uses it inspires. Dulsky speaks from deep in her soul to deep in our souls.”
— Deborah Kampmeier, Full Moon Films, writer and director of SPLiT
“A whimsical handbook to reclaiming the lost art of feminine magic — medicine that our world sorely needs.”
— Sara Avant Stover, author of The Way of the Happy Woman: Living the Best Year of Your Life
“In this engaging, bold, and intimate book, Danielle Dulsky provides keys to unlock ancient portals behind which perilous and pivotal treasures await.”
— Bill Plotkin, author of Soulcraft: Crossing Into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche and Nature and the Human Soul: Cultivating Wholeness and Community in a Fragmented World
“In Dulsky’s bright debut, the women’s spirituality movement of the early 1990s, as exemplified in books like Women Who Run With the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype and Goddesses in Everywoman, is reoffered with a gentle nod to 2017’s conception of gender, while still retaining the aesthetic of an imagined birthright of feminine power from an earlier time.”
— Publishers Weekly
“Danielle Dulsky has dared to reclaim [the word witch] in this deeply alchemical and passionate book. Not only does she brave the word, but she also restores the rich, embodied meanings and uses it inspires. Dulsky speaks from deep in her soul to deep in our souls.”
— Deborah Kampmeier, Full Moon Films, writer and director of SPLiT
“A whimsical handbook to reclaiming the lost art of feminine magic — medicine that our world sorely needs.”
— Sara Avant Stover, author of The Way of the Happy Woman: Living the Best Year of Your Life
“In this engaging, bold, and intimate book, Danielle Dulsky provides keys to unlock ancient portals behind which perilous and pivotal treasures await.”
— Bill Plotkin, author of Soulcraft: Crossing Into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche and Nature and the Human Soul: Cultivating Wholeness and Community in a Fragmented World
“In Dulsky’s bright debut, the women’s spirituality movement of the early 1990s, as exemplified in books like Women Who Run With the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype and Goddesses in Everywoman, is reoffered with a gentle nod to 2017’s conception of gender, while still retaining the aesthetic of an imagined birthright of feminine power from an earlier time.”
— Publishers Weekly
April 30, 2017
This book is so brilliantly written that it will remain next to me for a long time to come. Dulsky seemed to be speaking directly to my soul as she delves into every aspect of our deep rooted feminine power and through ritual, meditation, yoga and so much more brings it all bubbling to the conscious surface.
I resonated with something on every page and thought to myself "here is someone who truly gets what it means to be a woman and walk in this world."
I was fortunate to receive an advanced copy and so began to read WOMAN MOST WILD in winter, literally and personally, the darkest time of the year. The book was such a comfort and inspiration and filled with so much witchy magick that it actually pulled me out of the dark places.
Every single page was filled with story or lesson or ritual to delve deeply into the divine feminine witchy parts that had long been buried inside. I celebrate myself and my soul because of Dulsky's eloquent writing. She is clearly an old and brilliant soul with so many divine gifts....I feel so filled with gratitude that she shared them and celebrates along with me.
Thank you Danielle
I resonated with something on every page and thought to myself "here is someone who truly gets what it means to be a woman and walk in this world."
I was fortunate to receive an advanced copy and so began to read WOMAN MOST WILD in winter, literally and personally, the darkest time of the year. The book was such a comfort and inspiration and filled with so much witchy magick that it actually pulled me out of the dark places.
Every single page was filled with story or lesson or ritual to delve deeply into the divine feminine witchy parts that had long been buried inside. I celebrate myself and my soul because of Dulsky's eloquent writing. She is clearly an old and brilliant soul with so many divine gifts....I feel so filled with gratitude that she shared them and celebrates along with me.
Thank you Danielle
April 29, 2017
In the last chapter of her book, Danielle Dulsky writes that "there is no turning back now, witch" - and this is sure to be the exact experience that anyone who reads "Woman Most Wild"undergoes. Once they've been blessed and transformed by Danielle's words they will be deep in the thick of their wild woman spirituality, reclaiming their birthrights to wildness. Not only does Danielle's fiery spirit add spark and encouragement to every page, but this book covers literally every subject someone could need to get more in touch with their divine wild feminine and witchdom. Danielle dives deep into lunar, seasonal, and blood rhythms, offering plenty of details on meditation and ritual (and even yoga) to bridge the gap between book and life and bring the practices into waking consciousness. I am confident that anyone who reads this book will never be able to look at the world around them or their own femininity the same way again - as with all great spiritual novels, they will become infused by the words and every day will be a sensual reclamation of their fierce feminine wildness.
October 22, 2017
When I first began walking the Pagan path, I was drawn to the more structured nature of Wicca--I needed the guidance and I needed that stability. Also, I found that people reacted better to "I'm Wiccan" than "I'm a Witch," and other people's opinions of me mattered very much to me back then. However, as I grew in my Craft and developed some self-esteem, I discovered that even Wicca had its limitations and I wanted something wilder. Reading Danielle's book has irrevocably changed my path for the better and helped me really connect with the wild energies of this planet. I had already claimed the title Witch for myself prior to reading this book, but I suffered terribly from imposter syndrome--I never 100% accepted or truly believed that I had all this power. Danielle's words have ended that problem for me for good.
May 2, 2017
Potent. Activating. Rich. Powerful. A book for any woman calling her power back. A guide for any woman wanting to drum her spirit back to life. Danielle's words weaves a sacred dance in the soul. I feel so blessed to have read this book already. And, I will take it in again and share it with all the women in my life that I love because my hope is that we can all live free, wild, and liberated. This a book that women in modern times need holds so much ancient wisdom from the women that came before us. I am grateful that I came out the other side of this sacred text a wilder woman.
May 7, 2017
This is less of a BOOK & more like a bible I will forever reference. This is a must read for anyone wanting to learn how to live in sync with the cycles of nature.
March 11, 2018
Actual Rating 2,5 Stars
This book is... well in all honesty I do not know WHAT this book is, it is like reading a clone of another book you have read many times and expecting that it will change like the book in Never Ending Story... I gave it a try and was not able to connect with it at this present time; I will reread it again sometime in the future, to see if it might yield better results for my self-development.
This book is... well in all honesty I do not know WHAT this book is, it is like reading a clone of another book you have read many times and expecting that it will change like the book in Never Ending Story... I gave it a try and was not able to connect with it at this present time; I will reread it again sometime in the future, to see if it might yield better results for my self-development.
June 4, 2024
I’m so grateful I went back in Danielle Dulsky’s bibliography to read this book. Having read the Holy Wild I was eager to forge onwards in herstory, but this book is something truly special.
As someone a year into my craft I found a lot that helped me really hone into my practice.
The verses and awakening of the mystery within every person (not only women) is powerful. I can recommend reading her versus out loud. Many times I could feel the power pulsing through me as I read. These are not just words, this is not simply a book. It is a calling and these versus send ripples through the universe.
Thank you to Danielle for sharing and opening this circle for us.
If I had one request for this it would be for an audio book self-narrated. The current recording is a good one, though there is nothing quite like hearing Danielle’s work spoken in her own voice.
I’m truly grateful for the privilege of receiving this work and teachings. The nature of which I find applicable to so many areas of my life, relationships and work included. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Blessed be the Woman Most Wild.
As someone a year into my craft I found a lot that helped me really hone into my practice.
The verses and awakening of the mystery within every person (not only women) is powerful. I can recommend reading her versus out loud. Many times I could feel the power pulsing through me as I read. These are not just words, this is not simply a book. It is a calling and these versus send ripples through the universe.
Thank you to Danielle for sharing and opening this circle for us.
If I had one request for this it would be for an audio book self-narrated. The current recording is a good one, though there is nothing quite like hearing Danielle’s work spoken in her own voice.
I’m truly grateful for the privilege of receiving this work and teachings. The nature of which I find applicable to so many areas of my life, relationships and work included. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Blessed be the Woman Most Wild.
August 28, 2020
Sadly this became a 2 star read. I have highlighted a lot of parts that were good but the incessant ", sister witch", "magickal yogini", "mistress of manifestation", and "dear witch seraphim" (???) etc and overly dramatic prose I just.. I couldn't absorb the messages she was putting out there; because all this flourish acted as a thick wad of padding over the substance and it was just hard to slice through that to get to the meat.
Just.. simple is better. You don't have to wax poetic and dramatic for your message to mean something.
I would love this book in a scaled down version, because I still liked a lot of what the author was saying.. hopefully her more recent books are better (since I've already bought them)
Just.. simple is better. You don't have to wax poetic and dramatic for your message to mean something.
I would love this book in a scaled down version, because I still liked a lot of what the author was saying.. hopefully her more recent books are better (since I've already bought them)
June 5, 2017
This book actually book is very empowering. I suggest this book or anyone not matter your feeling on religion or spirituality. It however might go over better with Women than men and tends to lean more towards the female audience.
Danielle has a very melodic and calming effect in her writing. Almost as if she is telling a story rather than informing her audience.
Now I will not go as far to say she unlocked my inner witch, and I feel more connect to nature but I enjoy reading about how I can take things into my own hand s and how I "can" if I want to.
Danielle has a very melodic and calming effect in her writing. Almost as if she is telling a story rather than informing her audience.
Now I will not go as far to say she unlocked my inner witch, and I feel more connect to nature but I enjoy reading about how I can take things into my own hand s and how I "can" if I want to.
January 24, 2018
I'm still reading but having a hard time getting through .. I was SO excited for this book, and it is so, so elegant and poetic and raw at times, but I find it gets so mired down in methaphor and stories and typical new age archetype, her words tangle up on each other and any meaning meant to be derived falls lost on the reader .. it's more a collection and extension of her wonderful and gritty writing already floating around and doesn't present as anything new or fresh. Just a bigger sounding board.
December 15, 2019
I found Dulsky's constant refrain of woman/my love/Witch/etc to be tiresome. Here and there, I think it would've been great, but she did it too often. That said, there's some really great info in here, particularly for new witches who aren't sure where their path lies, or for witches forming a new circle. I'm torn on whether to recommend this, because I found the tone a bit wearing, but there's such beautiful language here. I took copious notes in my grimoire and found it useful, so ultimately that's a win.
June 23, 2025
What a journey this book has taken me on. My life will be forever changed by it, and I'm so grateful it crossed my path. I needed to hear the message from my inner witch from someone else, for I had been stifling and ignoring her for far too long. Thank you, Danielle.
My biggest complaint about this book is the same complaint I have with other "woke" works of this time period: nothing is allowed to be just for women any longer. Just when I felt as though I was protectively surrounded by my sisters, I was reminded that "men can be women too." No, they can't. And I can't feel safe and let my guard down among men the same way as I can among only women. The sisterhood is real, and our experiences are as unique to us as mens' experiences are unique to them.
I find it contradictory to be told to venerate nature, to be authentic, and to listen to the myriad of women-specific pieces of advice only to be told that it doesn't matter what sex you were born. Yes, it does. Everything about this book is speaking to the divine feminine. Yes, we must find the healthy balance of masculine and feminine that exist within each of us, but our sex at birth is nature's gift to us. Are some women more feminine than others? Yes. Used to be women could be any kind of woman they chose to be, whether soft and dainty, tomboy, or anything in between. But they were women, part of the divine feminine. I'm just tired of being told there are no safe spaces for women anymore, whether it's a public restroom or a women-only circle.
I'm sure this will generate hateful comments and that's not my intention, but I can only regulate myself. I must trust that others are capable of reading the spirit and exhaustion of this message with an understanding heart. Blessed be.
My biggest complaint about this book is the same complaint I have with other "woke" works of this time period: nothing is allowed to be just for women any longer. Just when I felt as though I was protectively surrounded by my sisters, I was reminded that "men can be women too." No, they can't. And I can't feel safe and let my guard down among men the same way as I can among only women. The sisterhood is real, and our experiences are as unique to us as mens' experiences are unique to them.
I find it contradictory to be told to venerate nature, to be authentic, and to listen to the myriad of women-specific pieces of advice only to be told that it doesn't matter what sex you were born. Yes, it does. Everything about this book is speaking to the divine feminine. Yes, we must find the healthy balance of masculine and feminine that exist within each of us, but our sex at birth is nature's gift to us. Are some women more feminine than others? Yes. Used to be women could be any kind of woman they chose to be, whether soft and dainty, tomboy, or anything in between. But they were women, part of the divine feminine. I'm just tired of being told there are no safe spaces for women anymore, whether it's a public restroom or a women-only circle.
I'm sure this will generate hateful comments and that's not my intention, but I can only regulate myself. I must trust that others are capable of reading the spirit and exhaustion of this message with an understanding heart. Blessed be.
December 26, 2019
I gave this 3/5 stars when I finished it in December 2018 after starting it in at least June 2017 but decided to add a star when I realized how much I had underlined going back through it and finding a few new things as well. I also realized then why the "woman" and "she" references weren't sitting well with me having more recently realized that I am non binary. But even this, Dulsky addresses toward the end saying of a future vision, "I saw still more children rejecting gender altogether, for they know the pulse of the masculine and feminine beats within us all regardless of our biology." I do also give her credit for mentioning witchcraft as inclusive (specifically mentioning LGBTQ+) and that though her book is “primarily for those who identify as women” it “does not require a physical womb” but to “honor the fusion of your body and psyche to your feminine spirit”.
A quote that resonated in June 2017 that still does is about experiencing "spiritual winters during which...we care not for prayer or ritual" and having these "sacred voids" in other areas including "creative work". She says to "consider the solar and lunar cycles more predictable metaphors for our own rhythms. We are not meant to be constantly turned on and the world needs our darkness as much as our light." In at least a few other places, she addresses our need to honor the fallow times and rest. As someone with a mental illness recently diagnosed, this has become even more important for me than it was initially. Since I read this book but did not really practice from it, I'll probably return to it at least once more before I send it to a friend.
A quote that resonated in June 2017 that still does is about experiencing "spiritual winters during which...we care not for prayer or ritual" and having these "sacred voids" in other areas including "creative work". She says to "consider the solar and lunar cycles more predictable metaphors for our own rhythms. We are not meant to be constantly turned on and the world needs our darkness as much as our light." In at least a few other places, she addresses our need to honor the fallow times and rest. As someone with a mental illness recently diagnosed, this has become even more important for me than it was initially. Since I read this book but did not really practice from it, I'll probably return to it at least once more before I send it to a friend.
May 16, 2017
I have had the pleasure and challenge of reconnecting with my inner “Wild Woman” through direct teachings from the author’s 200 hour and 500 hour yoga teacher trainings. Both were completely and utterly life changing and soul-awakening – understatement of the century – because they were centered around her bone-deep belief that women can (and should! For the greater good of all!) reconnect with the power of their divine feminine energy. Reading “Woman Most Wild” feels like Danielle is sitting with me in circle once again, sharing her deep wisdom that has come from her own soul experience, a lifelong love of writing/reading/learning and her personal sadhana that embodies everything contained in this book.
The meditations, rituals and other tools offer the ability for the reader to peel off layers of “self” that consciously or subconsciously may be suffocating our wildness – our inner child, our light, our deepest creativity and truths. This book is a simple yet profound guide for any human who wants to get back in touch with their soul – by waking back up to the cycles of nature, the power of simple ritual, and the trust in her intuition and wisdom.
Whether you are drawn to the word “witch” as a powerful, yet rejected archetype, or you feel squeamish about the term completely – this book is still for you. You may not know me, but I promise you this anyway.
The meditations, rituals and other tools offer the ability for the reader to peel off layers of “self” that consciously or subconsciously may be suffocating our wildness – our inner child, our light, our deepest creativity and truths. This book is a simple yet profound guide for any human who wants to get back in touch with their soul – by waking back up to the cycles of nature, the power of simple ritual, and the trust in her intuition and wisdom.
Whether you are drawn to the word “witch” as a powerful, yet rejected archetype, or you feel squeamish about the term completely – this book is still for you. You may not know me, but I promise you this anyway.
May 5, 2017
PRO
This is a book about healing: reconnecting with the cycles of nature;
The cycles of life are discussed in-depth with very practical exercises;
I am convinced that this book can help you hear the soft whisper of the tune of your own song;
If you are interested in discovering your personal myth, this book has some good exercises for it, like writing the story of your life as an epic myth titled “The Woman Most Wild”;
The book makes a promise with every key, which is not only clever marketing, it is also a very clear statement of what to expect before reading a segment;
If you are, or want to become a priestess you will appreciate the practices in this book.
CON
This is not a book for everyone. It is aimed at a specific target group of women. This can easily also be a Pro, I am aware of that;
Danielle Dusky assumes there is a predestined path for everybody to wake up to. This will not ring true for everyone, even though it is a charming and appealing assumption;
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This is a book about healing: reconnecting with the cycles of nature;
The cycles of life are discussed in-depth with very practical exercises;
I am convinced that this book can help you hear the soft whisper of the tune of your own song;
If you are interested in discovering your personal myth, this book has some good exercises for it, like writing the story of your life as an epic myth titled “The Woman Most Wild”;
The book makes a promise with every key, which is not only clever marketing, it is also a very clear statement of what to expect before reading a segment;
If you are, or want to become a priestess you will appreciate the practices in this book.
CON
This is not a book for everyone. It is aimed at a specific target group of women. This can easily also be a Pro, I am aware of that;
Danielle Dusky assumes there is a predestined path for everybody to wake up to. This will not ring true for everyone, even though it is a charming and appealing assumption;
Read the full review on:https://mindfunda.com/woman-most-wild...
January 1, 2019
This book was exactly what I was looking for at exactly the time I needed it. Dulsky begins the book with the intention that reading it would simulate us sitting at a table, or on a couch, discussing ancient wisdom and the practices of the modern witch. And it was. Unlike Spiral Dance, this book does not lay down rigid bylaws and methods one needs to practice in order to consider themselves a witch, or someone who practices magic. Rather she reveals patterns and practices we've done or already and organic ways to integrate them into our lives so we can either practice magic alone or convene with like-minded people encouraging collective healing and the reemergence of Goddess spirituality in the process.
Her recommendations did not feel intrusive or wrong. They felt normal and practical; easy and fun. Her writing is captivating. As soon as I was done I wanted to go back through and re-read it again.
Her recommendations did not feel intrusive or wrong. They felt normal and practical; easy and fun. Her writing is captivating. As soon as I was done I wanted to go back through and re-read it again.
August 23, 2022
I really wanted to like this book. The first chapter was enthralling and I took tons of notes on how to connect more deeply with the natural lunar and seasonal cycles « circles » in relation to my inner goddess. I began feeling really alienated while reading the second chapter, Dulsky clearly uses the structure and tone of historically male-dominated religion to convey her points, furthermore she uses the métaphore of the womb a little too freely, implying that womanhood is bound to creation. This resolved in the final chapter on the importance of sisterhood and féminin connection, how to facilitate a witch circle (and now I’m inspired!) and a discussion on the commodification of goddesses and priestessgram.
September 21, 2022
My favorite book of Dulsky's is still The Holy Wild; however, I found Woman Most Wild to be a very valuable read. I'm always a fan of Dulsky's organized writing and her flowery prose, and she really shows off both traits throughout this guide for any femmes to become more in touch with the "witch" inside themselves. The information here was pretty basic for me and I don't believe I have learned much, but I do think this would be a good starter guide for people interested in both creative writing, and getting into witchcraft.
November 25, 2019
This book is really dense, yet very informative. If you want a book that is full of rituals, spells, charms, and self-care tips for every occasion, then you should definitely pick this book up. I don’t suggest a read through like a normal book, but instead use this as a reference or a guide to look up the things you need for the time of month or year. I’ll be keeping this book on my witchy bookshelf and using it as a reference for when I need a ritual for a specific time.
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