The Hermit is a recluse, far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. He reflects on spiritual concerns, and carries the light of wisdom as a beacon for others to follow. Sometimes the shadow Hermit can be cold toward others at times, inaccessible in relationships, or simply selfish, unyielding and unkind.

Come sit by the fire and hear the tale of the Hermit whose is lost in a dark lighthouse. Episode 2 from the archetype podcast, Thistle & Seed. 

Story by Chani Petro
Music by Adrian von Zielger

S1.02 - By Moth Light (Hermit Archetype)

The Maiden Archetype is in tune with her instincts. She excels at communication and connecting with others. However, she can be easily tricked and swayed to others' desires. Join the circle and hear the tale of Death's Footsteps.

Original story by Chani Petro; also available as a graphic fable on Amazon.

S2.02 - Death's Footsteps (Maiden Archetype)

Explore the role of the Mother in "Midnight's Daughter," a story about a woman whose belly swells until she gives birth to a child at night, but come morning, the girl disappears. The woman finds her belly round once more and labor pains come night after night, but all her efforts still leave her arms empty when the sun rises.

S2.03 - Midnight's Daughter (Mother Archetype)

Discover the path of the Artist in a tale about a young weaver who works in the palace. A pair of hands among many, she is having a hard time finding her way. But then a loom appears in her dreams...

S2.04 - Dream Threads(Artist Archetype)

The Prostitute is commonly defined by one who sells her body. However, this ancient word is connected at its core to our fears about survival. When we are afraid, what are we willing to exchange for financial and physical security - our spirit, our loyalty, our passions, our morals? We are not all strangers to the Prostitute.

S2.05 - Fingers for Turnip Man (Prostitute Archetype)

The Witch can be a source of creativity, an overflowing well of inspiration. But if darkness consumes her, the Witch becomes an example of how power corrupts and destroys. Heed the tale of the Witch in 'Blood Seeds'.

S2.06 - Blood Seeds (Witch Archetype)

The Damsel has been taught that she is weak and needs someone else to fight her battles for her. She is expected to wait around for a man to rescue her and in return, give him her unending devotion and physical beauty. They would keep her locked, safe in the tower. Listen to a tale of the consequences that come form locking up a
woman and doubting her words.


Story by Chani Petro

S2.07 - The Bird in the Tower (Damsel Archetype)

The High Priestess has guided warriors and kings, peasants and maids. Some fear her knowledge, while other crave it. Some seek to silence her, to control her and keep her truth from the world, even from herself.  Listen to a tale of how to reclaim that power, no matter how much time has gone by.

Original story by Chani Petro

S2.08 - The House of Sight (Priestess Archetype)

The Huntress is an independent female spirit. She possesses the ability to pursue a life of her own choosing, focusing on goals and accomplishments. However, if that freedom is challenged, she will do anything to remove the threat. If not pulled from her ruthless hunt, she will fall into extremes...

Original story by Chani Petro

S2.09 - Hunting the Man's Skin (Huntress Archetype)

I am the Stepmother, the vile twin of the caring mother. My creation comes from the fracturing of the psyche, both internal and external. Because of this, I seek to control the good and innocent elements of others because I am afraid of them. But it does not have to stay this way. Listen to the possibility of redemption in the tale “Fur-Lined Stitches.” 

Original story by Chani Petro

S2.10 - Fur Lined Stitches (Stepmother Archetype)

Society worships beauty and youth. But the crone is the wisdom keeper, healer, and midwife. She is free from the constraints of partnership, beauty and raising children. She has freedom and can base life on her own choices instead of what others need. 

Learn about this stage of life in the tale "Stretching the Drum Skin."
Original story by Chani Petro.

S2.12 - Stretching the Drum (Crone Archetype)

Are you a fan of Joseph Campbell and Carl Jung? Do you like digging deeper into the psyche and learning more about yourself?

Thistle and Seed explores Archetypes through short, original folktales written by Chani Petro. Many involve tales of transformation, fantasy, and magical realism. If you're a fan of Hayao Miyazaki, Neil Gaimen, or Christian Anderson, you'll be delighted as you delve into these tales of symbolism and inner knowledge.

S1.02 - By Moth Light (Hermit Archetype)

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