Modesty - what it means to me at this sage-stage

Hi there. I've been thinking a lot about self empowerment through a spiritual feminist lens lately, and what that means for girls and women, especially in these days of supposed freedom of choice and sexual equality.

A wise crone feminist friend shared a quote (from the Bible I think she said) with me years ago, and I never forgot it: "For what is modesty but shielding one's self from the eyes of the unholy?" And it has now resurfaced in my recent ponderisms.

Add to the mix the teachings from Grandmothers I've been lovingly steeped in these past years. If I had a daughter I would want her to see her sacredness beyond appearance; that she does not need to dress or act a certain way to be worthy of attention or admiration; and that she possesses a sacred part of herself that she should preserve and cherish as a gift from Great Spirit. If I time-travelled back to when I was a teenager, I would want someone to help me see these things then, knowing what I know now. (is this what women at my age tend to think about? )

I'm uploading a poster I made recently about what I think modesty means; my modesty "stance" if you will. This is how I want people, especially my intimate partner, to treat me. This is based on what I've heard from Grandmothers when they share Women's teachings. It's not based on shame or fear, but on a result of cultivating a deep respect for the sacredness of one's body and spirit, and consciously choosing with whom and how to share that, between two partners extending mutual respect. There is a powerful teaching story about White Buffalo Calf Woman that relates to this as well.

It is also one of the outcomes of communing with my Twin Flame soul husband.

[Thunder Bow]

Your poster gets a five star rating from me. (* * * * *).

Hey, thanks Thunder Bow. That means a lot to me. I admire all what you have to say on this forum, so I really appreciate your feedback!

This is not wanting or needing attention on yourself?

I mean no offense, but WAAASSSSSUUUUPP?

[Native spirit]

To me modesty is self preservation keeping yourself true to who you really are,walk your path in what way seems right to you.


Namaste

[7luminaries]

Two thumbs up on this thread
Agreed with all you've said.
This topic opens up to the vast breadth and depth of our core humanity...there is so much to say on it.

Peace & blessings,
7L

Originally Posted by KevinO

This is not wanting or needing attention on yourself?

I mean no offense, but WAAASSSSSUUUUPP?

Hi, Friend KevinO! No offense taken, my dear!

If you mean that "modesty" to you is not wanting or needing attention on yourself, I think you have a real connection there.

And wassup? The beautiful Full Moon, that's what!

Originally Posted by Native spirit

To me modesty is self preservation keeping yourself true to who you really are,walk your path in what way seems right to you.


Namaste

Oh gosh, yes! That's what I want our young people to hug close to their hearts! Never mind trying to emulate the next sexy pop star to get attention or validation ... get it from yourself first by being true to your sacred self. Beautiful!