Brigid (Celtic) – Goddess of poetry, healing, smithcraft (forging metal), and transformation
Today, we honor Brigid (also spelled Brighid or Bríde)—the radiant goddess of the ancient Celtic pantheon whose influence remains deeply felt to this day. She is the embodiment of the sacred trinity of creation: poetry, healing, and the forge—three powerful avenues through which the divine feminine expresses herself in the world.
Brigid was revered as a goddess of inspiration, a protector of hearth and home, and a divine midwife to creation itself. In her triple aspects—the Poetess, the Healer, and the Smith—she reminds us that every woman holds the power to shape, mend, and express her inner world outwardly. Whether through words, wellness, or work, Brigid represents the divine feminine force that transforms.
Why Brigid? Why Now?
In a world that often seeks to silence intuition and dim the spark of creativity, Brigid arrives like a warm breath of possibility. She calls you to:
Brigid is not a goddess of waiting; she is a goddess of doing, creating, healing, and transforming.
And this is where you step in.
Your Goddess Prompt for Today:
There’s a fire in your soul. Let Brigid show you how to tend it.
Create something today. Write a poem. Sketch a goddess. Paint what your soul wants to say. Sew. Sculpt. Build. Plant. Dance. Cook from your intuition, not the recipe. Let your hands translate the voice of your heart.
Don’t wait until it’s perfect. Brigid doesn’t demand perfection—she demands presence. Show up. Begin. Stoke the flame.
Why This Matters:
When you create, you heal. When you craft, you connect. And when you share your inspired expression with the world, you give others permission to rise into their own divine feminine essence.
Your creativity is not frivolous—it’s holy.
You are not separate from Brigid.
You are her daughter.
Her flame burns in you.
Today, tend it well.
My wish for you:
May your hands be blessed with inspiration.
May your heart be light with joy.
May your soul dance in the fire of your own becoming.
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Tomorrow the goddess showcased is Freya (Norse) – Goddess of love, war, and magic. She teaches us to own our desires. You’re not going to want to miss this one!
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