Imagining a world in matriarchy

We end off the first half of this year with the most wonderful reminder to continually strive towards a more balanced, peaceful and equanimous society.

As we journeyed the topic of Matriarchy, we are reminded that many female-led cultures continue to exist in countries like China, Indonesia and India, where women are comfortable in leadership positions and actually assume these roles in their communities.

As our inspiring speaker and female business leader, Audrey Cheng, pointed out, to her matriarchy meant being treated as an adult by her family, while being met where she was at in her life, with respect to age and phase of life. 

We can not add, nor would we want to, to Audrey’s eloquent words as she most beautifully and poetically described what she imagined the world, in which women took the lead, to look like. 

And so we present it again here in writing as this month’s blog. 

Enjoy! And keep warm! Till next time….

When I imagine a world in which women take the lead… by Audrey Cheng

I imagine a world where daughters and sons are peers to their parents. I imagine a world where there is accountability, ownership and responsibility. I also imagine a world of creativity, colour and self-expression.

I imagine a wise, compassionate and balanced world. I imagine a loving kindness that pervades all actions, words and thoughts.

I imagine a world in which women strive for equality. I imagine a world in which women are respected as much as their male counterparts. I imagine a world in which humility and servant leadership is valued.

I imagine a world that values true intuition that holds the knowledge we have accumulated in our past and current lives. I imagine a world which is focused on curiosity and holding space for uncertainty instead of driving for clear answers in a world that doesn’t truly happen.”

I imagine a world that spends more time listening than judging or concocting an answer. I imagine a world that harbours gratitude and one that focuses on discovery and exploration.

I imagine a world that is practical and realistic about financial value, cares about adding value and is deeply committed to solving big problems in a collaborative way.

I imagine a world that is full of questions. I imagine a world that is growth oriented and has a desire for building for self-awareness because the real growth work is internal, not external.

I imagine a world that is reflective, allows for multiple journeys and pathways. It allows for time to slow down. I imagine a world that prioritises awareness and vulnerability over ego. 

I imagine a world that is patient and kind. I imagine a world that is accepting of others and each person’s journey and practices compassion for those that are going through ups and downs. I imagine an inspired world.

When I think of matriarchy, I think about all the amazing women who have come before me, who are with me today and who will join me in the future. I’m consistently inspired by the magnitude of heart, mind, body and soul that these women are bringing to each person they engage with in the broader world.

Matriarchy is not about replacing the patriarchy, but about choosing to create a more equal and just world that values compassion, vulnerability, awareness and humanity.