Yemya
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Yemya

Origin: Yoruba orisha of the sea, healing, and maternal wisdom
Played by '90s Lisa Bonet
Mood Music: Let Love Rule, Lenny Kravitz

Whether you're a fish out of water or swimming in the gene pool, your soulful style always stands out. You have a magical presence that's healing to all, so be careful with whom you share the gift of your company. You've got plenty of love to fill up the world's cup, so save more than a drop to quench your own thirst as well.

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Vesta
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Vesta

Origin: Roman goddess of home, hearth, & virginity
Played by Liv Tyler as Corey Mason, Empire Records (1995)
Mood Music: A Girl Like You, Edwyn Collins

There may be 24 usable hours in every day, but don't burn your candle at both ends. Likewise, share your sexual heat selectively--it's sacred. Go easy on the urge to procreate as well, not every brood needs to spring from your loins. True family shows up when your empire needs saving and won't leave until the party's over. Cherish the sweetness of your chosen clan to catch a real sugar high.

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Veritas
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Veritas

Origin: Roman goddess of truth
Played by '90s Pamela Anderson
Mood Music: Miserable, Lit

Baring your truth can feel like standing naked in a crowd. Thankfully, you've got no reason to feel ashamed. Let's say your naked truth embarrasses others...that's their problem, not yours. Don't shy away from showing up in every inch of your full glory. When you're led by your pure heart, birthday's the only suit you'll need.

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Venus
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Venus

Origin: Roman goddess of love & beauty
Played by Alanis Morissette, Jagged Little Pill/Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie (1995/1998)
Mood Music: You Learn, Alanis Morissette

From infatuation junkie to the mess they left when they went away, there is beauty to be found in every love-based incarnation. So go ahead, fall head over feet, say thank u to those who weren’t the one, and enjoy your own company walking 'round naked in your living room. Embrace your own beauty to find more beauty in the world. The best love you’ll ever get is the love you give yourself.

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Ungnyeo
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Ungnyeo

Origin: Korean Goddess of Wishes Granted
Played by Margaret Cho as Margaret Kim, All-American Girl (1994)
Mood Music: All American Girl, Melissa Etheridge

Don't let the world convince you that your dreams aren't worth the wait. The longer the timeline, the clearer those dreams become. Create your own routine, especially if it defies convention. What fails for someone else just might work perfectly for you. Embrace your individuality and find fluidity in the process. Updating the American Dream takes a healthy sense of humor.

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Thetis
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Thetis

Origin: Shape-shifting Greek goddess, mother to Achilles
Played by Christina Applegate as Sue Ellen Crandell, Don’t Tell Mom The Babysitter’s Dead (1991)
Mood Music: What She Don't Know, Flame

Whether the situation calls for a rebellious teen, innovative career woman, or cautious caretaker, you’re always down for a last-minute makeover. Staying malleable helps you navigate uncertain waters, but it also provides you with a broader perspective. Just remember that the only fate you can truly stay right on top of is your own.

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Themis
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Themis

Origin: Greek goddess of law, divine order, & fairness
Played by Calista Flockhart as Ally McBeal, Ally McBeal (1997-2002)
Mood Music: Everyday People, Sly & the Family Stone

Justice and order don’t always come easy, but staying true to your convictions makes for a bit of a buffer. Respect the restraints of most social conventions, but push the boundaries on outdated assumptions. When it comes to your fellow human beings, be fair. When it comes to imaginary dancing babies, all bets are off.

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Seshat
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Seshat

Origin: Egyptian goddess of wisdom, knowledge, & writing known as the “Keeper of the House of Books”
Played by Parker Posey as Mary, Party Girl (1995)
Mood Music: Peter Piper, Run-D.M.C.

Respect the sacredness of the written word. Whether you’re scripting manifestations or reading up on myths, there’s power in the printed page. Develop your own system for inputting and outputting knowledge into your brain. Just be sure to take some party breaks to fully integrate what you’ve learned.

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Queen Marimba
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Queen Marimba

Origin: African goddess of song
Played by Whitney Houston as Rachel Marron, The Bodyguard (1992)
Mood Music: I Will Always Love You, Whitney Houston

Your voice contains the power to heal the whole world. Whether you sing for every woman or weave harmony with your words, the time has come to let yourself be heard without apology. Don't let fear prevent you from taking center stage. Trust that you're protected every step of the way.

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Persephone
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Persephone

Origin: Greek goddess of spring & the Underworld
Played by '90s Winona Ryder
Mood Music: I'll Shoot the Moon, Tom Waits

Just because things might look a little macabre, don’t let the darkness depress you. Learn to look for fascination in the strange and unusual. Everything moves in cycles. Just like the seasons or a tattoo tribute from an ex, nothing lasts forever. Take comfort in the spring and let its memory warm you in the winter. This too shall pass.

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Peitho
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Peitho

Origin: Greek goddess of Persuasion
Played by Marissa Tomei as Mona Lisa Vito, My Cousin Vinny (1992)
Mood Music: Little Miss Can't Be Wrong, Spin Doctors

It doesn't matter if we're talking faucet drips or tire marks, you could sell ice cream to a polar bear with your powers of persuasion. Charm them with your words and disarm them with a smile, but then dazzle them with your unmatched wit. Don't hold back on your expertise just because they underestimate you. The best hustle in the world is to live your truth, your whole truth, and nothing but your truth.

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Papa
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Papa

Origin: Hawaiian earth goddess so sexually magnetic she had to be divinely separated from sky god Rangi to let light in
Played by Tia Carrere as Cassandra Wong, Wayne’s World (1992)
Mood Music: Ballroom Blitz, Tia Carrere

Like a moth to a flame, the Universe is drawn to your magnetic energy. Ground yourself on the stage of life and stand strong on your own two feet. Trust that everything you need will be drawn into your orbit. After all, there’s no stairway to heaven so you might as well let heaven come to you, babe.

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Oshun
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Oshun

Origin: Yoruba orisha of love, fertility, sensuality, & money
Played by Lauryn Hill, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill (1998)
Mood Music: Doo Wop (That Thing), Lauryn Hill

It’s funny how money can change the situation. Whether you’re after “that thing” or more bling, own your worth and accept nothing less. Essentially, don’t be a hard rock when you really are a gem. When it comes to love and money, self-perception is everything. Show the world how much you value yourself and they’ll honor that appraisal.

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Nike
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Nike

Origin: Greek goddess of victory
Played by Reese Witherspoon as Tracy Flick, Election (1999)
Mood Music: Find a Way to Win, Tim Carroll

Don't be afraid of a little competition. After all, true winners aren't elected, they're made from within. So step up to your podium and let the world weigh in, but keep in mind that yours is the only vote that counts. If you believe you can succeed, success will inevitably follow. Stay the course and never underestimate the power of persistence.

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Nemesis
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Nemesis

Origin: Greek goddess of divine retribution
Played by Danielle Fishel as Topanga, Boy Meets World (1993-2000)
Mood Music: Karma Police, Radiohead

When people laugh at you, they’re depleting their own karmic reservoir. Ensure your own supply stays full by always being kind. Consider the effect your words, actions, and assumptions have on others before the Universe considers your lack of consideration. Trust that the balance of good and evil will always equal out. You’ll always be a damsel, but never the distressed kind.

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Mnemosyne
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Mnemosyne

Origin: Greek goddess of memory & storytelling
Played by Melissa Joan Hart as Clarissa Darling, Clarissa Explains It All (1991-1994)
Mood Music: Tom's Diner, Suzanne Vega

If you’re going to explain it all, you better have a damn good memory of how it all went down. Write it out, say it aloud, or share it with a friend. You may notice new details in your quest for remembrance. Just don't get too caught up in telling all of the sides. At the end of the day, it's your story to tell. Share your own perspective.

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Minerva
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Minerva

Origin: Roman goddess of wisdom, war, art, commerce, education, communication, & technology
Played by Angelina Jolie as Kate Libby, Hackers (1995)
Mood Music: Connection, Elastica

If you’re looking to connect, trust your techno-lust. Just don’t get too caught up in the cyber web. When it comes to seeking wisdom, technology can be the perfect ally, but be sure to save room for human contact as well. The new world order can only begin when we learn both to weaponize and disarm our multimedia arsenal.

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Mayahuel
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Mayahuel

Origin: Aztec goddess of passion, tequila, & transformation
Played by Selena, Dreaming of You (1995)
Mood Music: Dreaming of You, Selena

Let passion be your guide, no matter what the world might think. Follow the bidi bidi bom bom sound your heart makes and you'll taste a sweet existence that's beyond your wildest dreams. When opportunity strikes like lightning, let it transform your soul. Drink up what you love and the world just might get drunk on you.

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Lupa
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Lupa

Origin: Roman she-wolf who nursed & sheltered the abandoned twins Romulus and Remus
Played by Fran Drescher as Fran Fine, The Nanny (1993-1999)
Mood Music: All That She Wants, Ace of Base

Just because someone doesn’t belong to your pack, doesn’t mean they don’t deserve your attention. Expand your scope of family outside of the burrow you dwell in. Challenge yourself to see strangers as your next of kin. When it comes to providing those in need with tender-loving care, you don’t need style or flair, you just need to be there.

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Loathly Lady
Michelle Shea Walker Michelle Shea Walker

Loathly Lady

Origin: Arthurian goddess of sovereignty
Played by Keri Russell as Felicity Porter, Felicity (1998-2002)
Mood Music: This Woman's Work, Kate Bush

Sometimes it’s the smallest decisions that can pretty much change your life forever. That’s why it’s so important to be able to make your own. Whether it’s the decision to change your life path, your location, or the way you style your hair, the power lies in your own hands. The more you trust your instincts, the more age and experience become completely irrelevant.

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