Course and Internship Reviews
By Our Priestesses
.
Course
and
Internship Review
Freya, High Priestess,
Sisters of the Burning
Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, BC
Thinking about how to begin writing this short review, the first thing
that came to my mind was the association of the three levels with the
Maiden,Mother and Crone concepts.
Level I conveys the
curiosity, the "taste" for
adventure, and excitement of putting down foot for the first time on a
chosen path.
Level I begins to stir up the emotions and the power within by bringing
first an awareness of women's herstory and inducing a sense of
mindfulness not only to our surroundings but also to our thoughts and
actions.
Level
II takes
the mindfulness
and knowledge within. It's like a journey deeper into the soul and
psyche.
The intense work with the tarot and and further studies into women's
mysteries has brought me so close to the Goddess, at a level of depth,
which I could not have ever imagined before.
I think that Level II provided a turning-point; a new level of maturity
in thought and spiritual growth, as well as an understanding that the
journey has only just began.
Level III conveys a calmness
and maturity which I can only compare to the insightful teachings of
the Crone. It's the journey within completely, and it is in this level
that the dark Goddess within asks for the true understanding of Her.
The intense trance work has "pushed some buttons" at times but
this made the learning
experience even more significant. And to me there is no going back.
It's
at this level where the choice is given to turn knowledge into wisdom.
My
Internship (Four Weeks)
The best way to begin describing the experiences drawn from my
internship
is to start with the conclusion of what I have come to see clearly;
teaching
is the place at which learning for the teacher just begins.
This internship was a great place for me to be. Not only was I allowed
to
share with students what I had learned,but more so, I had the privilege
of
sharing my feelings and passion of my chosen subject and it was
wonderful
to see how much enthusiasm all the sisters applied to this course.
I came to see, firsthand, just how many talented women belong to this
school.
Some of the replies to the lessons really touched me deeply; the ways
in
which the lessons had been replied to clearly came from the hearts of
the
sisters, and their ways of expression was deep and well thought out.
I don't think there is anything more rewarding than looking at a
student's
serious efforts to learn, and a teacher's serious and true desire to
share.
Learning is work, so is teaching, but is the love, passion and
sincerity,
which makes both- learning and teaching - bliss.
The experience of my internship affirmed the path I've chosen to walk.
By
Freya, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch 2003
Course
and
Internship Review
Rhianna, High Priestess,
Sisters of the Burning
Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, TX
The lessons that I learned while going through the
White Moon teachings were intense, to say the least. It required a lot
of soul searching, tearing down the ideas that have resided in my
consciousness and creating new ones that empower and enrich my life. It
was a profound experience and one that enabled me to heal my soul,
enabled me to connect with the Goddess in a way that I never thought
possible and enabled me to meet and know some true goddesses here in
this world. I am truly a different person now than when I started these
lessons a year and a half ago and that is a good thing. That person was
lost, angry and didn't know what to do to fix that. This person, this
goddess, knows where she's going, what she's doing and loves.
.
My internship allowed me the chance to test my wings
and teach. Developing the course really made me think and I have a
greater appreciation (if that's possible) for those that make it look
so effortless (Granny!). Reading the responses from the sisters really
made me realize how insightful these women are and appreciate how much
thought they put into their lessons. It was a tremendous opportunity
and quite a humbling experience. It did help me realize the joy in
teaching. I learned a lot from the sisters that took my course.
By Rhianna,
High
Priestess,
Sisters of the Burning Branch 2004
Course
Review
Ezevia Rose , High Priestess,
Sisters of the Burning Branch,Sisterhood of the Silver
Star, Circle of the Silver Hive , RI
Oh Granny Moon,
I have so
enjoyed working here with you on each and every level, the final
projects taught me so much about myself each and every time. I found
our relationship to have value and compassion. I knew if I needed to
ask anything that I could with full trust. You have taught me how to
reach for the confidence inside of myself. To know I am worth more as a
woman than I am lead to believe in today's world. Having you as part of
my lessons and life has been magical. I am proud of all that I have
learned and whom I have become as a result of all my dedication to
myself and you're your course.
.
I came upon the
Sisters of the Burning Branch in a very peculiar way,
as an herbal student I found Granny Moon's posting on an herbal forum I
had been working on. She contacted me to share some information. When I
saw the link for Goddess School I was intrigued and signed up almost
immediately. I am sure it was karmic intervention. I found myself
immersed on a path I felt was deep inside me. The reading material was
saturated with history and ritual, yet I found that the lessons were
written so the material became easily accessible. Each week I dedicated
a time for myself to read and write my lessons. I had a plan, a goal
and set my course.
.
I learned
that the Goddess is
in all of us, that we came from a matriarchal society where women were
nurturers, where peace was genuine and children were taught self-worth.
I feel that each of us needs to comprehend and understand how truly
important we are as individuals on this Mother Earth and working with
the Sisters of the Burning Branch helped strengthen my feelings and my
work in this area of my life. Society has taught us to turn ourselves
away from the Mother. Here I learned how to return.
I would
strongly recommend this
course and the Dedication of Granny Moon to any woman who seeks a path
of self worth.
By
Ezevia Rose, High Priestess,
Sisters of the Burning Branch 2005
Course
and
Internship Review
Gaiathena, High
Priestess, Sisters of the
Burning Branch, Sisterhood
of the Silver Star, Circle of
the Silver Hive, VA
My experiences…where to begin.
Well, I think that I should begin with finding the school and after
much hesitation and nagging by my friends I joined. I was very
apprehensive and did not know if I had made a good decision, and then I
met you Granny. It felt like I had known you before and I was
instantly at ease and happy that I had found you.
I
began my lessons in
Level 1,
and they
were opening places in me that I had closed off and chose to
ignore. As I progressed in the level, I come to accept some of
those places and feelings that I had closed off and began to see them
in a different light. Level 1 is a great level to open doors so
to speak.
Level
2 was
much deeper, not only had I opened those doors in level 1, I now had to
go through them. The tarot of course is a subject that I am not
very strong in, but I now have a greater understanding and fully
appreciate those who are very good at it. Level 2 is a level to
contemplate not only yourself, but the Goddess and who and what she
really is.
Level
3 was
fun. I so enjoyed the journeying; not to say they were all
pleasant, but they were all very meaningful. Through the journey
with the tarot cards, I was able to complete feelings and come to
different perspectives on whom and what I really am. I am able to
look within first to find a strong woman instead of searching for
one. I have found level 3 to be the completion and the
beginning. I know that I can go back and look at myself at any
time, forgive myself, and most importantly love myself.
My
internship
was a blast! I loved every one of the sisters who participated
and I am so very grateful. I was gifted a far bigger gift by each
of them than I feel that I gave to them. I really enjoyed making
the lessons, and seeing them learn and come to care about a subject
that I love. : } I cannot wait to see what blessings and
gifts level 4 brings to me. : }
By Gaiathena, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning
Branch 2006
Course
Review
Anyia Leanaun
Sidhe, High
Priestess, Sisters of the
Burning Branch, Sisterhood
of the Silver Star, Circle of
the Silver Hive, AL
I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Granny and the rest of the
priestesses. I loved all the camaraderie on the list as well. The first
time I read through the first lesson and then the Once and Future Goddess assignment, I knew that was onto something wonderful.
Granny,
you are an inspiration to anyone wishing to further their spiritual
path. You are a gifted teacher and a wonderful friend. I hate that this
leg of the journey has ended. I am planning on taking the High
Priestess class as soon as I can save the money. My coven mates have
expressed how I have changed since being in this study.
I
have enjoyed the Level 3 just like I did the last two levels. I had
some trouble with the Moon charts, but with Granny’s patience and
guidance, I think I did okay. All of the books were interesting, and I
couldn’t wait to receive my next lesson…just like at the beginning. I
did have some dry moments, but they didn’t last long. All of the
exercises were well thought out and thought provoking. I will (and
have) recommended this course to many people. I am looking forward to
my internship with gusto. Rock On!!
By Anyia Leanaun
Sidhe, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning
Branch 2006
Course and
Internship Review
Dame
Niamh, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood
of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive , NY
My "Year and a day" lasted over 25 years!
If I look back to that time, I remember that religion had never made an
impression on me, not my Catholic upbringing, not anything else I read
independently. I felt that the stern sky-god 'up there' had
nothing to do with me, and I had nothing to stay to him nor to his
entire family. At a critical point in my life, someone gave me
Starhawk's first edition of "The Spiral Dance." It cracked me
open like a husk. I cried and cried, something I was not in the
habit of doing, and I felt as raw as a clam out of its shell.
Working through that pain, I came to understand that the guiding hand
on my shoulder that I had always hoped for had always been there.
The Mother had always been there! I began to seriously read and
study, and within ten years I had dedicated myself to the Goddess.
I don't remember how I happened upon SOTBB. I read the first
introduction, and immediately knew that I had found a home, a school
and a vocation. It's been more than a 'year and a day,' and I've
learned so much! As Freya said, I went through the three stages;
first,Level I, and getting to know GrannyMoon and my sisters, then
Levels II and III. At last I came to the recognition of myself as
a Crone, which is an excellent thing to be. I have no fear of the
Wheel's turning; all that falls shall rise again.
Healing is my Path. My grandfather and mother could stop bleeding
with their hands; I can do the same. I am a Reiki Master and
expect to use my hands for healing. I also read tarot and look
forward to learning the Runes, all in the pursuit of finding ways to
heal where it is needed.
Working on my internship, I asked a question that it seems has been
neglected in published writing: what is it like to be a Witch in
our times? I look forward to sharing the results of that course
with my Sisters.
The only thing that I miss is the garden I had when I lived in the
suburbs, which I deplored. One never knows: I might move
closer to the Earth!
Blessings,
Niamh
By
Dame Niamh, High
Priestess,
Sisters of the Burning Branch 2006
Dame Niahm 
Our Dear Sister Passed Over in 2008. She is with us in our hearts and in the heartbeat of our Mother! Blessed Be Dear One!
Course Review
Gwendolyn LaFae, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of
the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, Northern
VA
I remember when I first found GrannyMoon’s Goddess School. I signed up immediately
after reading the part about learning to empower ourselves as women
through the Goddess. I do feel more empowered in all areas of my
life, and I attribute this not only to the lessons, exercises and
projects, but to the sisters I have found here. I feel the need to
emphasize three of the many tools I received here because I attribute
them to my success: the positive affirmations, mindfulness, and the
connection to the Goddess. These tools have remained with me and
have assited my positive transformation. I would highly recommend
this school to all women, no matter where they come from or what they
believe. I believe in this school because I got exactly what I
expected, and then some!
By Gwendolyn LaFae, High Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, 2006
Varia
)O( Moon, High Priestess, Sisters
of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the
Silver Hive, NC
My time at
Goddess School has been more than I could have ever asked
for. It has affirmed who I hoped I was deep inside and allowed
that person to
wake
up, stand up
and shine her light for the world to see. Goddess school
shows you who you really are as a person and gives you the confidence
and
tools to
live by your
word, it fill you up to overflowing and holds you tight
when you are down.
I have seen all
different women come and go from Goddess school but the
Scared Space never changes, it is always safe and loving, tolerant and
caring. Goddess
school is home!! I highly recommend Goddess School to
any woman of any faith looking to know the woman inside herself.
May the Goddess
Bless you and yours!
Love and hugs,
Varia )O(
2006
By Varia
)O( Moon, Priestess, Sisters
of the Burning Branch, 2008
Reverend Modron Whiteraven, High Priestess, Sisters
of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the
Silver Hive GA
Ah! If I were to go anywhere in 3d to
formalize my walk as a
priestess, it would have to be here at Goddess School.
The courses were a powerful review and confirmation for me. The
treatment, understanding,
and caring I received during my time here, was at a very high level of
quality.
The course are well written and professional. I am honored to have
participated
here at this place, with infinite patience from the teachers. I do
intend to
finish level 4 at sometime in the future. I wouldn’t go anywhere else,
I am
glad I found this sisterhood, at the time that I did.
Many blessings, Modron
Artesia, Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star , MI
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Course Review
I had just completed an intensive one year Bible study trying
to make sure that I really knew what Christianity was before turning away to
search for something else. I missed the comeradie of women's Bible groups and
needed to have a sense of connection while exploring my spiritual beliefs
further.
In the beginning, I felt a tremendous amount of confusion and
guilt from my upbringing. Level one helped me to work through my own hurts and
bad habits. I put aside anti-nurturing behavior and learned to love and accept
myself as I am right now (not after I got a degree, a cleaner house and lost
twenty pounds). It also allowed me to carve out time for myself and to help me
value myself as an important individual. I was lucky to be in level one when
there were open students in levels two and three who posted their lessons and
let me see that all of us have issues to work on and that change is possible.
Level two was difficult to work through, but so worth it. It tempered
me to continue working for what I wanted even when it wasn't fun. It taught me
the importance of finding daily time to work on me. It taught me how to read
tarot when I had NO previous experience and that really knowing the cards
requires dedication and hard work. I was so proud of myself when I completed
the level and I really learned that I didn't need to work in anyone's time frame
but my own.
Level three allowed me feel comfortable with myself as a
powerful woman. I can own my power, be proud of it, and know how to use to
benefit those in need.
I feel like level one is the experience of a
student acknowledging that she wants to make the journey. Level two is
realizing that you've been in a pidgeon hole and that you need to make a bigger
space for yourself- so you carve it out, sometimes with a chain saw, sometimes
with a spoon. Level three is the quiet stillness that allows you to blossom and
fill that new space with growth, love, change and vision.
By Artesia, Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star 2008
LadyHawke, .High Priestess, Sisters
of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the
Silver Hive ME
First,
what I learned so far from the Burning Branch learning is
amazing. It will admit it was intense. The lessons were
more work than any of either my PhD courses or the ones in my
masters! But learn I did. I loved every minute of it.
I bared my soul at times too. It was a real journey of learning
not only about the course work, the Goddess, and all the other things,
but about myself and where I fit in the plans Goddess has for me.
I found that as I progressed, my Tarot readings became more and more
accurate. And my dreams have become more and more lucid and
pointing to very important messages to me from the Divine. I have
made friends. I have changed my outlook on many things,
including life itself. There was a time when I would drive down
the road, railing at all the other drivers just as they did at
me. Now I know the power of my curses and don't do that
anymore. I have learned to relax in my driving and not care and
even convey well wishes to other drivers, though I admit I still do get
frustrated from time to time. I cannot wait to get going (I admit
I am already doing the first lesson of level four and WOW, incredible
insights into my faith here) on level four more.
By HPS LadyHawke, .High Priestess, Sisters
of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the
Silver Hive 2008
Firefly, Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star 2009, VA
When I started Goddess School, I had been searching for something that had been missing in my life for a very long time. Level I awakened in me a sense that I really did belong to something bigger than the here and now. It reawakened my sense of femininity, something I seemed to have set aside after my hysterectomy.
Level II taught me so much about myself and my sisters. The tarot readings each had a specific message for me and aided in my growth. Losing old resentments, and gaining new perspective are the rewards I claimed from this experience.
The journeys delved deep into my soul and let me see myself as I really am.
I
come away from this course, enlightened, happy with myself, and content
that I am in the right place for me at this time of my life.
The internship was awesome. I learned far more than my students did. I really enjoyed that adventure.
Now, I’m ready for the next great adventure.
By Firefly, Priestess, , Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star 2009
Chenoa, Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, FL
When
I found Goddess School, I had what I thought was a strange interest
that I would indulge and soon it would pass. Instead, I came to know it
as my calling and I had finally found guidance, acceptance, and true
friendship from my sisters here at Goddess School.
In level 1,
I was given a foundation to grow and create a positive environment
around me. I quickly noticed I no longer had self-doubt and I felt such
love for myself that I never had before. I learned about Goddess
and the love she has for me. In level 2, I enjoyed learning about
the moon and the affects she has on my life. The knowledge I received
will be beneficial to me for the rest of my life. In level 3, my world
opened up. Working with my dreams gave me guidance I never knew was so
easily accessable to me. I learned so much about myself. I also learned
to listen to the Spirit totems that guide me.
I am so excited to be part of this world and I look forward to the future, whatever it may bring.
By Chenoa, Priestess, Sisters of the Burning Branch, Sisterhood of the Silver Star, Circle of the Silver Hive, FL 2009
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