WYLDE WOMAN | DIANNA LOPEZ
What was your experience growing up? How has that impacted your journey so far?
I grew up in a very suburban area, with not a lot of diversity. In school I always felt like I was the odd one out of the bunch, and my interests differed from the kids I was around. My parents were pretty strict, and I was limited in the things I was allowed to do/ places I could go. It forced me to spend a lot of time on my own, and find ways to be creative with what I had. I’m thankful for the seclusion, because it made me so strong, and gave me a voice — something that no one could take from me.
In the last 24 hours, what has inspired you most?
I went to a birthday party last night, filled with fairies and pixies swinging on magic poles and shooting fire from their throats. All of that wild feminine energy inspired me to be more comfortable in my sexuality, and not feel bad or ashamed for it.
The best thing about being a musician, and the worst?
My favorite thing about being a musician has to be the ability to translate my feelings into sound frequencies. Sometimes, I’m not so great at expressing my thoughts, or at least I don’t want to yet. So I become a hermit and go into my own little world of creation.
I’m not sure I can say that there’s anything bad about being a musician, aside from work and money flow not being so consistent. I’m grateful for the lessons and patience it brings, though.
As a musician, do you have a ritual for creativity & inspiration?
It’s so essential for me to feel comfortable and sensual in my space. I light candles and spray lavender/moon water around my room with intention, to get the mood right. Playing tunes and dancing around to remove any stagnant energy from my body allows me to fully feel safe in this release. From then on, it’s a free flowing process. I really tune in so deep within myself, and get lost in the musical dimensions. Sometimes it comes to me quickly and effortless, I have so much to say and sing. Other times, it doesn’t, and I don’t force it.
What is the soundtrack to your life?
Nature’s soundtrack. The wet sounds of the rainforest, or taking a walk and hearing the birds sing, and the warm tickling trees. This is where I receive all of my downloads.
What are some of your favorite ways of incorporating stillness into your life and practicing self care?
One of my favorite ways as of recent is to be fully present in conversations with other people. Truly listening when someone speaks, letting things marinate and taking my time to respond. It feels like self care when I remind myself there is no pressure to be anything or anyone at any moment.
Waking up and playing 432 hz as I stretch, meditate, and pray to my guides is another way I create stillness and stability in my life.
You clearly have an affinity for nature and the natural world, how do you balance your time spent outside and working within the digital realm?
In the morning, I usually create a to do list of what I need to get done that day/week. Throughout the day I make sure I’m checking them off so that there’s a balance between work and play. Overall I try not to take social media too seriously and post when I feel like it.
What has been your biggest lesson?
Not to make myself smaller for others, in fear of their judgement. In this period of my life I aim to be as me as possible, and whole heartedly honor that — moment to moment.
If you could invite anyone over to dinner, who would it be and why?
It would have to be my great, great, great, great, grandparents. Hahah. I would want to hear them talk about their native practices/magic/ways of being. I just want to be closer to them, I feel like I could learn a lot from their wisdom.
You’re going places - spiritually, physically and emotionally. Where will you be and what can we expect from you in the future?
I have no idea where I will be, I feel so formless and fully surrendered to what the universe wants for the highest version of myself. But you can expect more medicine music for the soul :,)
What is your definition of a WYLDE WOMAN?
A woman who feels fully embodied in her body. She speaks her truth when called to, with an open heart, and allows her intuition to guide the way. She is powerful and strong, but soft. Her silence and resilience is her loudest howl.
Finish this sentence:
I can’t live without… palo santo and a selenite stick in my purse.
I can’t put down… the mastery of self by Don Miguel Ruiz
My favorite ritual is… burning what I want to release under a full moon, and dancing on the ashes
I can’t stop listening to… Haseya by Ajeet
My favorite season is… summer
I will never forget… camping on the beach, and singing under the stars with my sisters