Roxie Patton

“In ancient times, women who had ceased their monthly flow were believed to hold their life-giving powers within themselves, like the dark moon. They were thought to be creating something powerful with their retained womb blood—pregnant with wisdom instead of new life. Valued and honored in their communities, these sage women had skills and powers no younger woman could possess. Like Hekate, they were crones, crowned”
― Kris Waldherr, The Book of Goddesses: Expanded Anniversary Edition

“Since different explanations, symbolism, and practices benefit different people, the existence of a variety of spiritual paths enables each person to choose what suits him or her best.”
― Thubten Chodron, How to Free Your Mind: The Practice of Tara the Liberator

“At first, it’s hard for us to give to others, so we give a carrot from one hand to the other. Then we give away simple things, such as a jar of thumbtacks. Then, we grow a little bit and give away things that we hold more dear. Later, we can share our time or whatever else is more difficult for us to give. When we eventually become Tara, we will be able to give everything effortlessly and joyfully.”
― Thubten Chodron, How to Free Your Mind: The Practice of Tara the Liberator

“WHILE THE WORLD IS not a vale of tears, there are times when it seems more so than others. As strong as we may be, these are the times we need a special power—the potent strength of the Divine Feminine.”
― Kris Waldherr, The Book of Goddesses: Expanded Anniversary Edition