In this episode, we explore the concept of the Wounded Maiden and the often unintended consequences of the self-development world. Many of us enter the world of self-improvement looking for ways to grow, heal, and become “better”—but along the way, we’re often encouraged to fixate on our perceived flaws, to constantly strive to be someone else’s idea of “whole” or “worthy.” This relentless focus on fixing ourselves can lead us deeper into our Wounded Maiden, a state where we feel we’re never enough, where we wear masks to gain acceptance, and where we seek validation outside of ourselves.

But what if this journey of “self-development” is actually pulling us further from our true selves?

In this episode, we discuss how to heal from the pressures and pitfalls of the self-improvement industry, moving instead toward the Mother archetype—a place of rootedness, acceptance, and genuine self-love. We’ll explore how to leave behind the need to perfect or mask ourselves, embracing who we truly are beneath societal expectations.

Join us for a profound conversation on breaking free from the traps of self-development, healing the Wounded Maiden within, and reconnecting with our authentic self through the journey of the Mother archetype. This episode is for anyone ready to shed the endless quest for self-improvement and finally come home to themselves.

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In this episode, we embark on a journey through the four phases of the Human Design and Gene Keys path—a transformative process that often begins with looking outward and ultimately leads us back to our own inner truth. Many of us start this journey by seeking answers outside ourselves, searching for guidance, validation, or even an external authority to tell us who we are or what we need to do. This initial phase reveals an underlying disconnect: we don’t yet trust ourselves or feel rooted within.

As we delve deeper, though, we realize that no external source holds the answers we are truly seeking. This awareness marks a pivotal shift, moving us from outer seeking to the beginnings of an inward journey, where we learn to trust our inner guidance and align with our authentic self. Along this path, we’ll uncover the power of self-trust, inner alignment, and the strength that comes from no longer needing permission from the outside world.

Join us as we break down each phase of this journey—from external searching to the return to our inner authority—and explore how these insights can bring clarity, resilience, and a profound sense of peace. This episode is a reminder that the journey inward is where true empowerment and purpose are found.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of “spiritual bypassing” in new-age and wellness communities—a practice where genuine issues are often swept under the rug in favor of maintaining a “high vibe” or focusing on “love and light.” While positivity and peace have their place, there’s an increasing need to acknowledge how this tendency to bypass difficult truths can lead to a disconnection from the real-world challenges and atrocities many people face daily.

We’ll explore why facing uncomfortable realities, holding space for others’ pain, and engaging with the world’s complexities are essential parts of authentic spiritual growth.

Join us as we peel back the layers on how true compassion, presence, and awareness can help us navigate the line between “love & light” and taking real, grounded action.

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Our times have shifted & what I am noticing is a lot of women burned out, exhausted, & simply TIRED from chasing things they are now realizing weren't their dreams in the first place.

This has led to a true "mid life crisis", rather than bridge to archetypal Mother, as women are taught to seek answers outside themselves.

As a Gene Keys guide I weave the Venus Sequence, particularly the Core Wound, into the rites of passage journey to help us finally hear our inner maiden so that we can finally be who we are meant to be & do what we are meant to do.

In this episode I break down the Maiden archetype a bit more & introduce Heart of the Healer, my new 4 month small group journey for women ready to go on the rites of passage journey to archetypal Mother!

Heart of the Healer: https://www.ashleybrianaeve.com/heart-of-the-healer

Are you a high performer that is burned out & exhausted?

Maybe you left the corporate rat race for entrepreneurship just to step on the hamster wheel?

I don't believe work or "hustle" itself is burning women out.

I believe working from wounded maiden, a place of constant SEEKING & chasing, is burning women out.

I believe the root cause of burnout is not being who we are meant to be & doing what we are meant to do. In my THRIVES Method the "E" is Excellence, yet it isn't strictly "accomplishment" that we see in Positive Psychology.

It is Accomplishment IN SERVICE TO meaning & the heart.

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Clarissa Pinkola Estes (Women Who Run With The Wolves) says "That is, to be ourselves causes us to be exiled by many others, and yet to comply with what others want causes us to be exiled from ourselves".

In this episode of Descent & Rebirth, we dive into the story of the matchstick girl, a symbol of the wounded maiden archetype who seeks warmth and validation from the outside world, only to be left cold and alone.

Inspired by the teachings of Clarissa Pinkola Estés, we explore how this tale mirrors the way many women live today—especially in the age of social media, where fleeting moments of external validation often leave us more disconnected from ourselves.

Join me as we unravel the deeper meaning behind the matchstick girl’s struggle, and how we can break free from the cycle of seeking temporary comfort. Together, we’ll journey through the underworld of self-abandonment and explore how to reclaim our inner fire, heal the wounded maiden within, and step into our full power.

This is a call to stop lighting matches for fleeting warmth and start tending to the fire of our wild, authentic selves.

To begin your journey I welcome you into Heart of the Healer: https://www.ashleybrianaeve.com/heart-of-the-healer

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In this video, we explore the ancient Egyptian myth of The Judgment of Maat as described in the Book of the Dead.

This powerful moment, where the heart of the deceased is weighed against the feather of Maat—the goddess of truth, balance, and cosmic order—holds deep meaning not only in mythology but also in our modern spiritual journeys.

If you’re ready to explore the spiritual significance of The Judgment of Maat and connect it to your own journey, this video is for you.

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If it feels like everything is falling apart and you are over the age of 35 I can nearly guarantee it is the dark goddess coming in and ripping everything away that no longer serves and is not yours.

This is a time of surrender & being open to seeing what she is trying to show you, not a time of desperately attempting to cling to anything you can grab before it goes.

The more you are willing to surrender to this process the faster it will be. You are NOT meant to stay the same forever and maybe what you are clinging to served for a season, but it may be time to let go.

As well, as women at the age of 35+ the reality is we are born into a culture that is toxic & has no support for us as we move over the threshold to the next stage of our lives, which is archetypal mother.

If you can relate to this video know that you are not alone.

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