Crone Energy: channeling the archetype of the inner wise woman

If you’ve ever felt the urge to pull back from the chaos, delete all your apps, sit in silence, and just be—you’ve already felt the pull of crone energy.

In the ancient cycle of the feminine, the Crone is the archetype of deep knowing. She is the woman who no longer asks for permission. She listens to the wind, trusts her gut, and lives by her own rhythm. In a world built to glorify hustle, she reminds us to rest, reflect, and remember who we are.

And let me tell you—this is not your grandmother’s grandmother. This is the mystical matriarch of the soul. She’s what happens when wild wisdom meets unapologetic presence.

Whether you’re navigating your cycle or simply need to unplug and reconnect with yourself, embodying the Crone can help you strengthen your intuition and release self-doubt.

The Four Feminine Archetypes

To fully understand the Crone, it is helpful to know where she fits within the greater cycle. I sat down with my dear friend and feminine energy guide, Jennifer Roy, to talk about the archetypal phases that live within all of us:

Maiden – The Spark of Joy

The Maiden represents the follicular phase. She is vibrant, new, full of ideas, and boundless joy. Think springtime energy: fresh notebooks, solo adventures, new beginnings.

Mother – The Season of Receiving

The Mother archetype aligns with ovulation. This is your time of creativity, giving, and deep nourishment—not just for others, but for yourself. The lesson here? Rest is not selfish. Pleasure is not optional.

Wild Woman – The Truth Teller

Associated with the luteal phase, the Wild Woman is the fire. She’s feral, intuitive, and doesn’t care what anyone thinks. She’s your reminder that “too much” is exactly the right amount.

Crone – The Soul Whisperer

And then we come home to the Crone. This is the bleeding phase, both literal and metaphorical. A time of sacred stillness. The Crone teaches us to listen, trust, and let go of everything we were taught we should be.

Embodying the Crone Archetype

Crone energy invites us to quiet our minds so we can hear what’s true. She doesn’t chase. She doesn’t prove. Instead, she sinks into the mystery and trusts the answers will rise. In our modern, always-on world, this energy is a balm. It’s the digital detox you didn’t know you needed. It’s the pause that reconnects you to your power.

As Jennifer says, the core mantra of the Crone is simple, but radical:

“It is safe for me to relax.”

That’s it. That’s the medicine.

When we stop pushing, we remember that we are guided. And when we relax, we access the intuitive clarity that has been there all along.

How to Tap into Crone Energy in Daily Life

Even if you’re new to this language, your body already knows these archetypes. We see them in nature, in the phases of the moon, and in the ebb and flow of our own emotions.

Here’s one of Jennifer’s favorite practices for honoring your inner Crone—especially if you’re someone who finds it hard to slow down:

Lie on the floor. No phone. No playlist. No podcast. Just you, the ground, and your breath.

Set a timer for 10 minutes if that helps. Close your eyes. Let yourself feel what’s present without trying to fix it. This simple practice helps rewire your nervous system, builds trust with your intuition, and opens space for your soul to speak.

Why Crone Energy Matters More Than Ever

In a world that worships productivity, reclaiming rest is revolutionary. Crone energy reminds us that slowing down isn’t lazy—it’s sacred. It’s how we remember our purpose. How we come back to our truth.

This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about remembering who you already are. And that’s the wildest, wisest woman of all.

After outlining the four different cycle archetypes, we go deep into the energy medicine of the crone. Jennifer and I discuss why this medicine is so powerful in our modern, digitally-wired world, and how to embody this powerful, spiritual energy.

We also cover the balance of masculine and feminine energies, and Jennifer shares a powerful mantra for crone energy – 

“It is safe for me to relax.”

And perhaps my favorite part – Jennifer shares the most importantpractice you can utilize to help tap into your intuition and honor your inner crone. This practice is amazing for those who may find it difficult to rest. So I highly encourage you to give it a try!

Even if this information is brand new to you, you probably already know more than you think. The wonderful thing about these energy cycles is that they’re innate within our bodies, within the seasons, and within the universe around us. Odds are, you already know more than you think you do.