Awakening your inner Aphrodite by Connecting with the Goddess of Self-Love

Deep within every wild woman lies a force of nature that refuses to be tamed—a primal power that embraces authenticity, freedom and most importantly, radical and unconditional self-love. This wild woman energy can be beautifully embodied through the goddess Aphrodite, who represents the essence of love, beauty, sensuality and femininity. In the world of Wild Wellness with Hannah, I often tap into the divine wisdom of Aphrodite as a guide to reclaim self-worth and align with our true nature.

Aphrodite as the Greek goddess of love and beauty, is not just a symbol of romantic love—she is the goddess of self-love.

We as wild women, with our untamed hearts and unapologetic authenticity, naturally channel her energy each time we embrace our innate worth, sensuality and power. Embodying Aphrodite allows us to cultivate deep self-compassion, to fully love ourselves, and to own our beauty—inside and out.

Aphrodite has a simple yet profound message: love begins within. When we honour our inner wild woman, we invite the energy of Aphrodite into our lives, creating a ripple effect that transforms our relationships, our sense of self and our connection to the world. Connecting with this intoxicating energy of Aphrodite is not about perfection or external appearances; it is about nourishing the soul, celebrating the body, and living from the heart. Here are some practices to help you embody goddess energy, allowing you to align with your wild woman’s truth.

Aphrodite encourages us to honour the body through sensual rituals as a pathway to self-love. To connect with her, create rituals that celebrate your body and awaken your senses. Prepare a luxurious bath with rose petals, essential oils and candles (and possibly a sneaky glass of bubbles). As you bathe, take time to reflect on the beauty of your body and its capacity to experience pleasure and joy. Gently caress your skin with oils or lotions, honouring every curve, every imperfection, as sacred.

Focus on each of your senses. This sensory experience connects you deeply with your body and with the sensual, loving energy of Aphrodite.

Touch: Feel the softness of the water, the silkiness of the oils, the warmth of the candlelight.

Smell: Inhale the sweet fragrance of roses or lavender, connecting to Aphrodite’s love of beauty.

Sight: Notice how the candlelight dances across your skin, allowing yourself to fully witness your own beauty.

One of the most powerful ways to invoke the energy of Aphrodite is through embracing your reflection with mirror work. Stand in front of a mirror, look into your eyes, and hold space for yourself. Instead of seeking flaws or criticising your appearance, offer words of love and kindness. Speak to yourself as Aphrodite would, reminding yourself of your inner and outer beauty.

Try saying:

I honour the beauty within me and around me.

I see myself through the eyes of love.

I am worthy of love and joy, just as I am.

By embracing your reflection, you channel the self-love of Aphrodite, learning to see yourself as a divine expression of the goddess.

Aphrodite’s energy thrives in movement—especially movement that feels good, that celebrates the body, and that flows with sensuality. To embody her energy, try embracing sensual movement and dancing as a form of expression. This could be as simple as swaying to your favourite song in the living room or as freeing as dancing barefoot in the grass under the moonlight.

Movement, when done intuitively and with intention, connects you to your wild woman energy, releasing tension and embracing joy. The key is to let go of rigidity and perfection, allowing your body to move in ways that feel natural and liberating.

Aphrodite’s energy is deeply rooted in self-reflection and honouring one’s emotional world. Take time each day to journal for self-love about your journey to self-love. Begin with the following prompts:

What parts of myself am I ready to love unconditionally?

How can I honour my wild woman energy today?

What does self-love look like in my life right now?

Allow your journal to become a space of exploration, where you release judgment and instead, focus on nurturing your relationship with yourself.

Goddess Meditation: Visualising Aphrodite

Meditation is a powerful way to invoke goddess energy.

Find a quiet space, close your eyes, and visualise Aphrodite rising from the sea, draped in roses and gold, radiant with love. Imagine her standing beside you, whispering words of love and encouragement. Feel the presence of Aphrodite infusing you with self-worth, beauty and sensuality.

As you meditate, breathe deeply and allow her energy to fill you with a deep sense of peace and empowerment. Use this meditation whenever you feel disconnected from your self-love or need a reminder of your inner goddess.

The wild woman and the goddess are not separate from us—they are us. Embodying goddess energy means choosing to recognise that you are a divine being, worthy of love, pleasure and joy, simply because you exist.

Here are some additional practices to deepen your connection with goddess energy:

Create a Goddess Altar: Dedicate a small space in your home to honour Aphrodite or the goddess energy you resonate with. Place items that represent beauty, love, and self-worth, such as rose quartz, seashells, candles, and flowers. Visit this altar daily to set intentions for self-love and to reconnect with your inner goddess.

Sacred Self-Care Practices: Self-care is a sacred act of devotion to your body and soul. Treat yourself to regular self-care practices that nourish you—whether that’s skincare rituals, massages, or spending time in nature. When you take care of yourself, you are honouring the divine within you.

Wear Your Power: Aphrodite teaches us that beauty is both an external and internal experience. Wear clothes or accessories that make you feel beautiful, confident, and powerful. Adorning yourself with intention helps you embody your inner goddess and remind yourself of your worth.

Boundaries as Self-Love: One of the most empowering ways to channel goddess energy is through the practice of setting boundaries. Aphrodite teaches us that self-love requires protecting our energy. Learn to say no to what doesn’t serve you and yes to what nourishes you. Boundaries are a form of self-care that allow you to live authentically and fully.

Aphrodite invites us to embrace all that is wild, beautiful and divine within ourselves. By connecting with her energy, we awaken the goddess within—celebrating our worth, our beauty, and our right to love ourselves unconditionally. As wild women, we are fierce and free, unbound by societal expectations, and deeply connected to the divine feminine that lives within us.

Remember, embodying Aphrodite’s energy is a journey, one that invites you to love yourself more deeply each day, to honour your wild nature, and to step into your power as the goddess you truly are.

Are you ready to awaken your inner Aphrodite?

The journey begins with a single, loving step towards yourself.