 In ancient cultures women were revered as the keepers of knowledge. These wise women were critical to the community’s survival. They knew everything from family lineage to healing arts, medicine to agriculture. They also knew that every person is unique and can bring tangible and intangible benefits to a community. In this respect, these wise women of the past embody the archetype of the teacher. They knew that every person learns differently, some by example, some by listening, and some by experience. They practiced a holistic method of teaching that empowered each individual to seek knowledge in ways that maximized her or his own natural abilities.
Jordan Stanton has spent most of her adult life studying the traditions of the wise woman, the teacher. In them she has found her life purpose. As she so eloquently puts it, “I am inspired to do the work of providing youth with education not traditionally offered in schools to enhance the quality of their lives, the lives of their families and the surrounding community”.
 Jordan is a founding member of Shakti Rising. She met Shannon Thompson in 1998 while attending an herbal certification program through the Sage Mountain School of Herbal Studies. She was experiencing crisis and disempowerment in her own life and, like most young women, she was unable to find the kind of support needed to truly heal from her history of childhood sexual abuse. Jordan is passionate about the equestrian arts and draws personal inspiration from dressage as well as other forms of classical riding and horse”woman”ship. Throughout her many years of recovery she has been an inspiration to others through her willingness, open heart and dedication to personal and community growth.
Jordan is currently enrolled in the Waldorf Teacher Training Program through the. She is planning to continue the pursuit of her BA in Education this fall.
Life Accomplishments:
- Certified Herbalist, Sage Mountain School of Herbal Studies.
- Independent Studies with world-renowned herbalists/authors including: Rosemary Gladstar, Jeanne Rose, and Amanda McQuade Crawford.
- Flower Essence Practitioner, Flower Essence Services
- Matrix Energy Therapy Training, Levels I & II
- Thought Field Therapy Training
- Waldorf Teacher Training, Waldorf Institute of Southern California
- At- Risk youth teacher-training program, Rudolf Steiner College, Sacramento, CA
- Currently enrolled at Grossmont College
- Nutrition Certificate program, School of Healing Arts
- Seasoned holistic healthcare educator in the greater San Diego community.
- Administrative/Project management assistance, commercial construction.
- Currently volunteers as a riding coach with disadvantaged youth, Club Challenge Ranch
- Event Co-chair, Shakti Rising Birdies & Butterflies Annual Charity Golf Tournament. Through this annual event Jordan has raised a total of over $200,000 in funds.
“Educare, the root of the word education means ‘to lead forth the hidden wholeness’, the innate integrity that is in every person. And as such there is a place where ‘to educate’ and ‘to heal’ mean the same thing, Educators are healers.” ~ Rachel Naomi Remen, M.D. |
