In matriarchal societies “nurturing behaviour” is the order of the day. This is why the foundation of the clan is based on mothers.

“Everyone has received some care as a child, therefore it is a principle of balance that all people, in turn, should also care for children”

“Matriarchies, throughout history as well as in those that still exist today, are not societies where women rule - which is the common, misguided view; rather, matriarchies have managed to stay in existence over millennia, without hierarchies and without domination.
They have maintained themselves without using war games; that is, without establishing armies for organized killing. Violence against women and children is virtually unknown to them, whereas patriarchal societies worldwide are overwhelmed with it.”

Tune in this Saturday 9AM on Writing Home @3crmelbourne or listen later through Spotify (link in bio)

Readings-
Dr. Heide Goettner-Abendroth

Patriarchy: The Ultimate Conspiracy; Matriarchy:
The Ultimate Solution History - or 'His-story' by Russell Means

June Jordan’s poem “Poem About My Rights”

You can find the readings in the link in our bio. Enjoy :)