The Heroine’s Journey
Mar 12
The mythological stories of Inanna’s descent into the underworld and Lilith's refusal to descend, represent critical aspects of the feminine—Inanna as the courageous Queen of Heaven who descends into the underworld to confront her shadow, and Lilith as the primal, untamed force of independence who refuses to submit to patriarchal structures, choosing her own sovereignty over submission.
These two figures are stepping forward now, urging us to reclaim the pieces of ourselves that have been suppressed, distorted, or rejected in the name of societal expectations, conditioning, or even cosmic misunderstandings of our power.
These two figures are stepping forward now, urging us to reclaim the pieces of ourselves that have been suppressed, distorted, or rejected in the name of societal expectations, conditioning, or even cosmic misunderstandings of our power.
Inanna’s Descent: Embracing the Journey Into the Underworld
Inanna’s journey into the underworld is symbolic of deep initiation, a journey that cannot be avoided, and must be taken to access the full range of one’s spiritual and emotional depth. She descends with full knowing that in order to reclaim her sovereignty and divinity, she must face her shadow, relinquish parts of herself, and be reborn in the process. This cycle of death, transformation, and rebirth mirrors the Venus retrograde we’ve just experienced in Aries. Venus, the archetype of love, beauty, and relationships, has been asking us to confront our desires, our relationships with others, and most importantly, with ourselves.
Journal Prompt for the Inanna Archetype/Metaphor:
Inanna’s descent is an alchemical journey that requires surrender and trust. She has to release control over her identity, as she is stripped of her outer adornments, symbolizing how we must shed the surface layers to access our deeper truths. This full blood moon and lunar eclipse create an alignment that pushes us to shed those old stories, ego attachments, and wounds that have defined our relationships to love and self-worth.
Journal Prompt for the Inanna Archetype/Metaphor:
- Where do I still hold onto old attachments that are no longer serving my highest self?
- What must I release in order to move into the fullness of who I am becoming?
- In moments of fear or resistance, can I trust that the descent will bring forth my true power?
- What does it feel like to fully trust the unknown, to descend into the shadow with the confidence that I will return renewed?
Lilith: The Woman Who Refused to Descend
Lilith is perhaps one of the most misunderstood archetypes of the
feminine. She has long been painted as the “fallen” woman, the one who refused
to be subjugated. Lilith’s story is about sovereignty—about the refusal to
submit, even at the cost of exile. In astrology, Lilith can represent the
primal, untamed, and wild aspects of ourselves that we have long been told to
suppress, hide, or ignore. She embodies independence, power, and the fierce
need for autonomy.
During Venus retrograde, Lilith’s energy is powerful. Venus (our relationship to beauty, love, and harmony) had to go inward in Aries (the sign of the self, identity, and individuality). This is where Lilith thrives—she teaches us to stand unapologetically in our power, to refuse to compromise our needs and desires, and to make no concessions for anyone who would try to diminish or control us.
As the Venus and Mars transit continues, this dual energy offers the chance to reflect on how we’ve allowed ourselves to be constrained or defined by external expectations or inner guilt. Lilith asks, What are you willing to sacrifice for your sovereignty? How have you let fear of rejection, fear of being “too much,” or fear of being misunderstood keep you from living authentically?
Journal Prompt for the Lilith Archetype/ Metaphor:
During Venus retrograde, Lilith’s energy is powerful. Venus (our relationship to beauty, love, and harmony) had to go inward in Aries (the sign of the self, identity, and individuality). This is where Lilith thrives—she teaches us to stand unapologetically in our power, to refuse to compromise our needs and desires, and to make no concessions for anyone who would try to diminish or control us.
As the Venus and Mars transit continues, this dual energy offers the chance to reflect on how we’ve allowed ourselves to be constrained or defined by external expectations or inner guilt. Lilith asks, What are you willing to sacrifice for your sovereignty? How have you let fear of rejection, fear of being “too much,” or fear of being misunderstood keep you from living authentically?
Journal Prompt for the Lilith Archetype/ Metaphor:
- Where in my life have I sacrificed my true desires or my sovereignty in order to be accepted? How can I reclaim my power without fear of rejection
- What does my authentic, untamed self look like—and how can I step more fully into her?
- Am I willing to honor my own needs and desires, even when it means stepping outside the norm or disrupting the status quo?
How These Archetypes Use This Week’s Energy with Intention, Trust, and Deep Knowing
As we move through this energetic portal, both Inanna and Lilith are guiding forces of transformation and awakening. The full blood moon’s intensity, combined with the Venus/Mars transit, offers an incredibly rare opportunity for personal alchemy. This portal is about refining the relationship we have with ourselves and deepening our ability to trust in our own process of transformation.
For Inanna, this week’s portal is about trusting the descent. It’s not a time to resist change, but rather to step fully into it, to feel the shadows within and know they are part of the unfolding process. The trust lies in the knowing that after the descent comes the rebirth. Inanna teaches us to have faith in the process of transformation, even when it feels uncomfortable.
For Lilith, this is a time to boldly claim space in the world. She reminds us that we are not here to play small or to be dictated to by external forces. The portal asks us to step into our full power, unafraid of what others may think. It’s a time to honor our own needs and desires and to be unapologetic about our authenticity.
Both Inanna and Lilith’s energies encourage us to face the fear of judgment, to stop pretending to be something we’re not, and to embrace our wholeness. This is not the time to shy away from our truths but to step into them fully, knowing that they are the key to our liberation.
Journal Prompt for the Heroine’s Journey in this Portal:
Journal Prompt for the Heroine’s Journey in this Portal:
- What do I need to reclaim or awaken within myself that has been dormant or repressed? What would it look like to stand fully in my truth and power?
- How can I honor the shadows of my past and the parts of myself that I’ve rejected, so that they can be integrated into the whole of who I am becoming?
- What wild, untamed parts of me am I being called to step into, without fear of how they may be perceived by others?
Inanna and Lilith, two profound feminine archetypes, are stepping forward at this crucial moment in our lives, urging us to embrace both the journey of descent and the power of sovereignty. This cosmic portal offers a rare opportunity to reconcile our inner contrasts—shadow and light, power and surrender—and to align more deeply with our soul’s truth. By working with these energies consciously, with intention, trust, and deep knowing, we can activate the full potential of this transformative time, ensuring that we don’t miss out on the unique alchemical magic that’s available to us right now.
Let’s continue the Heroine’s Journey, with each of us claiming our unique sovereignty, healing our shadows, and walking in full alignment with the radiant force of our soul. ✨
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