173. Snow White with Hester Murdock

In this conversation, Meg Rittmanic and Hester Murdock delve into the rich layers of the Snow White story, exploring its themes of the Divine Feminine, personal transformation, and the cultural significance of fairy tales. They discuss how the narrative serves as a roadmap for healing and empowerment, while also addressing the power dynamics represented by the Wicked Queen. The importance of community and connection is emphasized, as well as the cyclical nature of women's struggles throughout history. Ultimately, the discussion highlights the relevance of Snow White's story to contemporary societal issues and the ongoing quest for the Divine Feminine.

HESTER MURDOCK

Hester is a storyteller, writer, and facilitator who has been working in the spiritual arena with women for 13 years. Her work focuses on reclaiming and healing the feminine through the narrative and story. She is also an accomplished performance artist. In 2017, she performed Carol Lynn Pearson’s play about the divine mother, ‘Mother Wove the Morning’ in the Provo Canyon. At the end of that summer she won a national award for oral storytelling. She’s performed on several stages, facilitated many circles, and is always happiest in the ocean.

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Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Stories in Healing

30:19 Snow White: A Matriarchal Myth

32:30 Lessons from Snow White: Trust and Betrayal

33:21 Processing Trauma Through Storytelling

35:46 Invitations to Engage with the Story

36:20 The Story of Snow White Begins

54:22 The Wisdom Gained Through Experience

58:15 The Role of the Seven Dwarfs

01:02:33 Exploring the Depths of Spirituality

01:03:51 The Dwarves: Symbols of Inner Wisdom

01:07:58 Complex Narratives: Avoiding Oversimplification

01:13:03 The Power of Community in Overcoming Darkness

01:18:41 The Divine Feminine: A Historical Perspective

01:18:55 NEWCHAPTER

01:23:17 Cycles of the Divine Feminine in Society

01:31:37 Transformation and Resistance to Change

01:37:40 Outro music.wav