In this article, I will explore the origin of wounds related to the wounded feminine and their unconscious impacts on our current life. These wounds go far beyond the traumas that we often associate with the feminine, such as rape or incest. They find their roots in our karmic and transgenerational memories, profoundly influencing our capacity to fully live our femininity.
What is feminine?
The feminine is a polarity, just like the masculine. Each of these polarities contains a part of the other: the feminine polarity includes a masculine dimension, and vice versa. We all carry these polarities within us, regardless of our gender, but they are also expressed in the roles we hold in society.
Traditionally, these roles have often been gendered: certain professions, behaviors or attitudes were associated with the feminine, others with the masculine. This social construct has left strong imprints on our collective unconscious.
But what about feminine wounds ? How do they manifest in our lives?
The great wounds of the feminine
In our karmic memories, the wounded feminine translates into experiences of hindrance or devaluation of our feminine essence.
These injuries can manifest in a variety of ways, but two of the most common are:
The wound of sterility
The wound of fertility
The wound of sterility
This wound goes beyond the physical inability to have children. It deeply affects the perception of one's usefulness as a woman. For centuries, a barren woman was perceived as useless, which led many to invest themselves in other social roles, such as serving their family, entering religious orders, or devoting their lives to external causes.
Today, this karmic memory can translate into an unconscious need to make oneself indispensable in society or in one's environment. Even women who have children can feel this wound in the form of frustrations: projects that don't come to fruition, or a difficulty in feeling accomplished.
The wound of fertility
This wound is more subtle. It does not only concern the ability to give life, but also the faculty to nourish and develop projects, opportunities or relationships.
Fertility karma can lock a woman into a mothering role, limiting her personal growth. This can result in a feeling of being useful only as a parent or breadwinner, and not as a woman who is fulfilled in other areas. This limitation can lead to a lack of creation and creativity and a deep frustration and feeling stuck in life.
Male roles imposed by the wounded feminine
When the feminine is wounded, it is common for women to unconsciously take on traditionally masculine roles.
These roles may include:
Being a business owner or team leader. (responsibility is a masculine energy)
Having to constantly protect or care for others (parents, friends, colleagues).
Finding yourself in roles where action and responsibility take precedence over creativity and sensitivity.
These patterns are often karmic, stemming from memories where we had to survive by adopting masculine behaviors to protect ourselves or fit in.
Collective memories and the shortage of men
Another striking element of the wounded feminine is linked to historical memories: those of wars, migrations or losses, where men were absent or decimated. This shortage of men has left an imprint on our collective memories.
Today, this can manifest itself in a feeling that it is difficult to meet a partner or find balance in relationships. This feeling is often reinforced by karmic patterns of celibacy where the man struggles to find his place next to the woman.
How to heal the wounded feminine?
Becoming aware of these memories is the first step towards healing. By identifying the unconscious patterns that govern us, we can begin to transform them and regain our inner balance.
This involves:
Exploring your karmic memories : Identifying specific wounds linked to the feminine in your past lives or in your family history.
Reconciliation with one's masculine polarity : Finding a balance between action and reception, protection and sensitivity.
Recognition with one’s feminine essence : Reclaiming one’s creative power, beyond the roles imposed by society or external expectations.
In conclusion, the wounded feminine is not inevitable. By working on these memories, we can release our potential, not only as a woman or a man, but also as a complete human being.
If this article resonates with you, feel free to share your experiences in the comments or contact me to explore your own karmic memories.
See you soon for more sharing on this vast subject.
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