MSI Press Blog

  Dr. Betty Lou Leaver, MSI Press Managing Editor, co-authored two chapters in the book, Language, Regional Expertise, and Culture   in the Military: State of the Science  (edited by Watson, Wolfel, & Kalkstein): (1) with Mowafiq Alanazi: "Identifying Transforming Values and Conforming Values of Arab and U.S. Leaders: An Exploratory Study in Cultural Relativism" (20 With Jeff Watson: "Transformative Language, Regional Expertise, and Culture (LREC) Instruction: Promoting Cross-Cultural Leadership" The book can be downloaded for free from the West Point Press website . Book description: In today’s complex global security environment, military effectiveness depends not only on advanced technology and tactics but also on the ability to understand, communicate, and collaborate across cultures. This interdisciplinary volume examines the evolving role of language, regional expertise, and cultural competency (LREC) in U.S. military training, strategy, and leadershi...

  In a world increasingly eager to transcend gender norms, the concepts of masculine and feminine energies offer a symbolic vocabulary for understanding how we move through life—not who we are, but how we express. These energies aren't tethered to biology; they’re archetypal currents that shape our decisions, relationships, and inner landscapes. 🧭 What Are These Energies, Really? Masculine Energy  thrives in structure, logic, and forward motion. It’s the spear-point of action, goal-setting, and protection. Feminine Energy  embraces flow, intuition, and connection. It’s the chalice of empathy, creativity, and receptivity. Both exist in everyone. The balance between the two isn’t about neutrality—it’s about harmony. 🪷 In Leadership and Work Masculine energy in leadership says,  "Here's the goal; let’s get there efficiently." Feminine energy says,  "How is everyone feeling as we journey toward that goal?" You need both to lead well. Strategy without compassio...

  In a world increasingly eager to transcend gender norms, the concepts of masculine and feminine energies offer a symbolic vocabulary for understanding how we move through life—not who we are, but how we express. These energies aren't tethered to biology; they’re archetypal currents that shape our decisions, relationships, and inner landscapes. 🧭 What Are These Energies, Really? Masculine Energy  thrives in structure, logic, and forward motion. It’s the spear-point of action, goal-setting, and protection. Feminine Energy  embraces flow, intuition, and connection. It’s the chalice of empathy, creativity, and receptivity. Both exist in everyone. The balance between the two isn’t about neutrality—it’s about harmony. 🪷 In Leadership and Work Masculine energy in leadership says,  "Here's the goal; let’s get there efficiently." Feminine energy says,  "How is everyone feeling as we journey toward that goal?" You need both to lead well. Strategy without compassio...

  In a world increasingly eager to transcend gender norms, the concepts of masculine and feminine energies offer a symbolic vocabulary for understanding how we move through life—not who we are, but how we express. These energies aren't tethered to biology; they’re archetypal currents that shape our decisions, relationships, and inner landscapes. 🧭 What Are These Energies, Really? Masculine Energy  thrives in structure, logic, and forward motion. It’s the spear-point of action, goal-setting, and protection. Feminine Energy  embraces flow, intuition, and connection. It’s the chalice of empathy, creativity, and receptivity. Both exist in everyone. The balance between the two isn’t about neutrality—it’s about harmony. 🪷 In Leadership and Work Masculine energy in leadership says,  "Here's the goal; let’s get there efficiently." Feminine energy says,  "How is everyone feeling as we journey toward that goal?" You need both to lead well. Strategy without compassio...