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  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...

    What is a book jewel? A sometimes-overlooked book with remarkable insight and potential significance. Each month, we share near-daily, or as often as possible, reviews of the monthly book jewel - short, succinct reviews that can be read in 1-2 minutes with links to the reviewer by reviewers whose words are worthy of being heard and whose opinions are worthy of being considered. Sometimes a couple of minutes contains more impressive thought than ten times that many. We will let you decide that. This month's book jewel is  The Rose and the Sword  by Dr. Judith Bach and Nanette Hucknall . Description A unique combination of fiction and self-development, this book invites the reader to enter a realm of modern and fantasy tales that stimulate both mind and feelings. Each tale addresses different aspects of the feminine and masculine energies that exist beyond gender and sexual identity in each one of us. At the end of each story is a psychological commentary that prov...

    What is a book jewel? A sometimes-overlooked book with remarkable insight and potential significance. Each month, we share near-daily, or as often as possible, reviews of the monthly book jewel - short, succinct reviews that can be read in 1-2 minutes with links to the reviewer by reviewers whose words are worthy of being heard and whose opinions are worthy of being considered. Sometimes a couple of minutes contains more impressive thought than ten times that many. We will let you decide that. This month's book jewel is  The Rose and the Sword  by Dr. Judith Bach and Nanette Hucknall . Description A unique combination of fiction and self-development, this book invites the reader to enter a realm of modern and fantasy tales that stimulate both mind and feelings. Each tale addresses different aspects of the feminine and masculine energies that exist beyond gender and sexual identity in each one of us. At the end of each story is a psychological commentary that prov...

  Excerpt from The Rose and the Sword by Nanette Hucknall -- Tend the Light One of the positive qualities of the feminine is beauty in all its forms. The experience of beauty opens one’s heart, and also changes relationships with others. People often think of beauty in a superficial way and fail to appreciate its impact on their lives. The sheer numbers of people who frequent art museums always strikes us: although some may be drawn to a particular artist, or are knowledgeable about art, it is the beauty that draws, and beauty that is the magnet.             A similar experience can occur with all the arts: listening to a concert, watching dance, absorbing great writing – all can touch our hearts, as can, also, nature. Why are we so drawn to beautiful sunsets and sunrises? When nature paints glorious images on the sky canvas, are we not reborn in some way? The following tale illustrates the transformative power of beauty: ...