Sep 12 2024 38 mins
In this episode of Radio Amenti, Jennifer explores the multifaceted experience of motherhood, addressing sensitive topics such as pregnancy, body dysmorphia, and the emotional scars of the "Mother Wound."
She reflects on her personal journey, the fears and expectations surrounding motherhood, and the importance of finding community and support. Through poetic imagery and personal anecdotes, she emphasizes the transformative power of birth and the need for self-advocacy in navigating postpartum challenges.
Ultimately, Jennifer encourages listeners to embrace their unique meta myths into the journey of becoming a parent, and to find meaning in their experiences - beyond notions of "good" or "bad."
Chapters
00:00 Radio Amenti Introduction
00:48 Navigating Sensitive Topics in Motherhood
04:53 The Cosmic Mother and the Cycle of Life
09:57 The Alien Fear of Motherhood
15:06 The Mother Wound and Its Impact
19:56 Finding Community in Unconventional Spaces
25:09 The Transformative Experience of Birth
30:07 Navigating Postpartum Challenges
34:57 Crafting Your Own Meta Myths
Featured poem: The Mother of Wisdom by Adele Tomlin, from Tales of the Yoni Stone (Dakini Publications, 2020)
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