When we overvalue masculinity, we spend most of our time working and very little time resting, taking vacation, and spontaneously connecting with others. This creates a feeling of being off-balance, both individually and culturally. In our culture, though, masculine qualities - since they’re often about progress and moving forward - tend to be “valued” more than feminine qualities. It’s satisfying for all of us to have outlets for both our masculine and feminine tendencies. And the same goes for women: we tend to naturally enjoy moving with the flow of life, but we also like being clear, directive, and progressive. Even though men tend to identify more with masculine energy, it’s enjoyable for them to let go and be flexible.

These opposite energies are necessary to embody in order to feel like a complete person. Your feminine side gets expressed when you move with the flow of life, embrace your creative energy, dance, play and attune to your internal process.

Your masculine side gets expressed when you’re working toward a goal, making progress, getting things done, and pushing forward. Everyone has feminine and masculine qualities that define who they are.

Getting in touch with your sexuality