Athena, the warrior, artisan, and wise strategist
Athena is the goddess that protects the brave, protects those who defend others. Her light shines in you when you educate another on a subject they're lost in. She is the compassion of illumination that guides the way when you are lost
If you've been hurt, and the way you have been has felt like it's turned your world upside down, Her unshakeable protection will be your rock that keeps you stable unfailingly, as She is the rock solid unmoveable guard that watches over you unblinkingly. Her accurate eyes of an owl see through the darkness that keeps you scared with the light of the knowledge that you'll be okay, because She will keep you safe. Much like a lighthouse, She does not keep this knowledge or security to Herself. For She is there to guide All
If you feel you're not doing enough to "deserve" this protection, if you feel you just "need to stop being afraid", or to force yourself to suffer through the barrage of misery just because "it's what everyone else does" ..... you can take refuge in the fact that you're wrong. And it's good that you are
Because you could have never reached out to Her before, and your voice,no matter how shaky, will reach Her attentive ears, and Her swift hands to you and your request. Her consideration does not miss your weariness, nor is She blind to your struggle. She does not blame you for any shortcomings or failures in your plight. She has understanding beyond all mortal comprehension, which is intertwined with Her desire to help you. Much like the fabric she weaves as an artist
She is the justice that brings you the mercy you deserve and that the weariness is begging you to see you need. It's okay if you cannot handle it all alone. None of us can. She can take it all and help you, for all of your worries are nothing to Her strength and care. Her unbreakable warrior spirit will both fight for you the way you deserve, to protect the sacredness of your life and safety, and encourage you to keep going when you feel you cannot go on
Her light has saved me. From devaluing myself because I needed to keep up boundaries. She taught me that I deserve to be devoted to myself. She cheered on every win, Her cheers destroying any self doubt I've had. From small things to brushing my teeth, to walking to get my brother food, and to asking for help for the struggle of homelessness I'm currently experiencing
Because even if it's seems small.... it's really not. She has shown me that I deserve to see my achievements barest minimum as apart of my self worth. To see that if it's a big deal, then the obstacles really are that heavy. That honesty is especially important during the struggle. Both from myself and others
My front tooth is broken. It hurt to even put a dry tooth brush to it before asking Sekhmet's healing breath to ease it to brush them. So brushing them at all is a win
I've been through a lot lately, like sleeping on the ground outside with my family ehen we couldnt afford hotel shelter, and carrying everything we own on our backs. So where rest has been integral to continuing on, I found the strength to walk to get my brother food so he could eat. Because he has trouble eating things that are not his comfort foods, and I love him dearly. A reflection of Her unfailing love
And homelessness is not something I can escape alone. It is a systemic issue that affects thousands because of the greed of others. People underestimate the weight of the struggle of having your entire way of life pulled out from under you, being thrown into instant overwhelming chaos that is all around you, and needing help meeting your basic needs chronically
So that's why She has been there for me. And if this has helped you, resonated with you with Our light combined, then please, if you are able to help, please be there for me as well
I have consitently needed help for shelter and food the past 3 years, for me and my mom and younger brother. Even $5 or $10 will help feed us for a whole day. A hotel stay is usually $60 a night. As of writing this, I need help ASAP for both.
💙 paypal.me/connermar (deadname ahoy, please be considerate ⚧️🌈)
💚 $virgovenus555
☕️ ko-fi.com/sapphicscorpion (link in bio!)
However if this helped you at all and you cannot give in this way, that's okay 💖 I only ask that you reblog this, because all of tumblr relies on reblogs, and not akin to other social medias where likes are more important. And please don't tag as d0//nat10ns, or anything akin to that, because this web site is unkind to ppl asking for help in this way
Thank you for reading, may Her light show you the way towards your truth and achieving what you need to be happy. And may Her bravery inspire you to have the courage to go for it. If you are also struggling deeply, may Her presence comfort you as the unmistakable love all surrounding 🦉🌞🛡⚓️🚢