The Goddess Who Rode a Dragon: Reimagining Medea's Story

Myths were oral- and then became written which froze the story in whatever time period it was recorded. The original intent lost, buried beneath layers of interpretation and bias. Now the myth is twisted, confusing and requires repair.

The Medea Example as a Case Study:

Consider Medea. Originally a powerful sun goddess of the Orient, she was transformed by Euripides into the archetype of the child-killing witch. This portrayal, born from patriarchal anxieties, strips her of her divine power and reduces her to a figure of fear and condemnation. Lets reclaim her story. Bring back the goddess who rode a dragon, the woman who possessed immense magical abilities? She was a potent healer, witch and sage. Let us reempower her and ourselves by removing her shame and pain- back to a place of strength, as a goddess that could call down a dragon.

For us:

These distorted narratives don't just exist in ancient texts. They live within us, shaping our perceptions of ourselves and the world around us. Just as Medea's story was twisted, our own personal myths can become distorted by societal expectations, limiting beliefs, and past traumas. By engaging in the process of myth revision, we can heal these old narratives that no longer serve us, freeing ourselves from the baggage of the past and stepping into our true selves.

Rebirth

Let us bring back the goddesses who have been silenced, the heroes whose stories have been diminished. Let us reimagine these myths, not just for the sake of historical accuracy, but for the sake of our own healing and liberation. Join me in this work of mythic restoration, and discover the transformative power of rewriting your own story.