The Myths of Our Feminine Energy Officially Debunked!
For way too long, our society and cultural norms have perpetuated some damaging myths about feminine energy. It’s time to debunk them, don’t you agree?
The feminine energy is a sacred and powerful source that is within each of us. Ideally, we should strive for a harmonious balance between our feminine and masculine energies, where we can move fluidly between the two. But, many of the myths that we have been taught keep us from engaging with our feminine energy and understanding its value.
The feminine energy is focused on compassion and understanding, empathy and collaboration, creativity and intuition. It is nurturing and receptive, and emphasizes “being” rather than “doing.” But, rather than acknowledge and celebrate its worth, society would have us believe the following myths about our feminine energy:
Myth #1: Feminine energy is weak.
Nothing could be further from the truth! Our world has historically rooted itself in masculinity and has perceived feminine energy as weak. Men are often encouraged NOT to share their feelings or appear vulnerable because it is considered weak and timid. But the truth is, feminine energy can be incredibly powerful, transformative, as well as full of grace.
Feminine energy is rooted in our intuition, enabling us to make better decisions and understand the world around us in a deeper and more meaningful way. Our creativity and connection to others become invaluable when solving business and life problems in unique or innovative ways. The collaborative spirit of the feminine energy is priceless in the business world as it instills a mentor-like approach to leadership that encourages our employees and colleagues to become the very best versions of themselves.
MYTH #1 DEBUNKED!
Myth #2: Feminine energy is subordinate to masculine energy
Let me say this over the loudspeaker—Absolutley NOT! Unfortunately, our culture has long-perpetuated the myth that masculine qualities such as power, strength, competitiveness, and dominance are superior to those of the feminine energy. The truth is that feminine and masculine energy are two parts that are equally essential and valuable. It is the balance of the two that holds the most benefit and creates the most harmony in our lives.
MYTH #2 DEBUNKED!
Myth #3: Feminine energy is NOT compatible with success
From its inception, the business world has been created by and tailored to men. This is historically true since women did not enter the workforce until the mid to late 1930s. Before that, some single women worked (less than 20%); however, most of those left the workforce upon marriage. So, it is not surprising that the world of business is still somewhat of a man’s world that associates success with masculine energy and traits.
For that reason, women often feel the need to stifle their feminine energy since they fear being judged as weak, ineffective, incompetent, and too emotional. But the truth is that our feminine energy is a powerful force that guides us to make deeply insightful decisions, engage innovatively and creatively, and effectively lead with a nurturing hand. This type of female leadership is now being recognized and appreciated for its value and effectiveness in the business world. It is those very qualities that have a tremendous impact on our work, leading to our success.
MYTH #3 DEBUNKED!
It is time that we recognize the feminine energy for the priceless source that it is. I encourage you to explore your feminine energy and embrace it for its power and grace. It is most aligned with our inner psyche and spirit. Yes, we often turn to our masculine energy at work or in competitive settings, but don’t ignore or turn away from the strength, value, and grace of our feminine energy. It is a beautiful softer side; nevertheless, do not underestimate it. The graceful and spirited essence of our feminine energy is a force to be reckoned with!