Barbie's Spiritual Journey

Happy International Barbie Day!

Carly Mountain brilliantly pointed out the parallels between the newest Barbie movie and the ancient Sumerian myth of Inanna’s Descent through the labyrinth. (Watch her fascinating reel here.)

Inanna, the goddess of love and war in Sumerian mythology, undergoes a descent into the underworld, facing trials and challenges before emerging stronger and wiser. 

Barbie, the modern-day stereotypical role model, embarks on adventures where she learns important life lessons and demonstrates courage and resilience.

In both Barbie and Inanna’s stories, their journeys symbolize the cycles of death and rebirth, highlighting the transformative power of facing one's fears and overcoming obstacles. 

By drawing parallels between these two narratives, we can appreciate how storytelling transcends time and culture to convey universal truths about the human experience.

Walk the Labyrinth with MM:

1. Learn more about Inanna's story in my book, The Wheel of the Woman. Order here.

2. Physically walk the labyrinth and take your own symbolic journey at Spiritual Summer Camp.

3. Transcend time and culture with your own story in MM Publication.