Part 2. – The Law of Gender: What is Masculine and What is Feminine?

In the search for Harmony in Love, in my last blog post "Opposites attract – Law of Polarity", I talked about how opposites – especially how feminine and masculine attract each other, and what's the law of polarity. In this post, we look for more about the other universal law, the Law of Gender, and more about what are feminine and masculine characteristics.

The Law of Gender

Even though this law uses the word “gender”, it isn't referring to sex or gender as we know it in terms of being male or female (or as it relates to sex organs); instead, the Law of Gender is a representation of the two opposing types of energy – one that nurtures and one that drives. The Law of Gender states that we all have the potential to express both feminine and masculine energy; both can be found within us regardless of our sex. This is the law of the yin and the yang. You can see the energies in everything, such as the sun and moon, day and night, summer and winter, and so on.

Anything to be successful requires feminine and masculine energies, whether it is love, business, or something in nature. Just like in nature, if feminine energy were the seed then masculine energy would be the pollen. In other words, nature requires both masculine and feminine energies in equal amounts to thrive. Our world, and our feeling of fulfillment, require us to pull from both energies in any given situation.

To succeed, whether it's in love or business, our goal is to achieve a balance between the two in our lives. To achieve this balance, you may need to tap into the energy you’re not as comfortable with.

What is Masculine Energy

Masculine energy is based on knowledge; it is application, action, logic, practicality, stability, willpower, focus, drive, clarity, and goal-oriented. In follow, there are some traits linked to masculinity:

• Assertiveness: Masculine energy often involves assertiveness and the ability to take charge or lead in various situations. This can manifest as confidence, decisiveness, and a willingness to assert one's needs and desires.

• Strength: Physically, emotionally, and mentally, masculine energy is often associated with strength and resilience. This may involve physical strength, but also strength of character, emotional resilience, and mental fortitude.

• Independence: Masculine energy is often characterized by independence and self-sufficiency. Individuals embodying masculine energy may prioritize autonomy and self-reliance in their actions and decision-making processes.

• Logic and Reasoning: There's often an emphasis on logic, reason, and analytical thinking in expressions of masculine energy. This can manifest as a preference for problem-solving through rational analysis and strategic thinking.

• Protection: Masculine energy is often associated with a sense of protection and responsibility for the well-being of oneself and others. This can include providing physical protection, emotional support, and nurturing those under one's care.

• Ambition and Drive: Masculine energy may involve a strong drive for achievement, success, and goal-oriented behavior. This can manifest as ambition, determination, risk-taking, and a willingness to overcome obstacles to reach one's objectives.

• Action-Oriented: Masculine energy is often associated with a focus on action and doing rather than passive observation or contemplation. This can involve a preference for tangible results and a proactive approach to life's challenges.

What is Feminine Energy

Feminine Energy is based on knowing; it is intuition, creativity, passion, nurturing, authenticity, connection, open, flowing, dynamic, and perceptive. Some characteristics commonly associated with feminine energy include:

• Nurturing: Feminine energy often involves a nurturing and caring disposition. This can manifest as empathy, compassion, and a desire to support and care for others emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

• Intuition: Feminine energy is often associated with intuition and emotional intelligence. Individuals embodying feminine energy may have a heightened sensitivity to emotions, interpersonal dynamics, and non-verbal cues.

• Creativity: There's often an emphasis on creativity and imagination in expressions of feminine energy. This can manifest as artistic expression, innovative problem-solving, and an appreciation for beauty and aesthetics.

• Emotional Depth: Feminine energy is often characterized by emotional depth and vulnerability. Individuals may feel comfortable expressing and exploring their emotions openly and authentically.

• Collaboration: Feminine energy may involve a preference for collaboration, cooperation, and consensus-building. This can manifest as a willingness to work together with others towards shared goals and mutual understanding.

• Introspection: Feminine energy often involves a reflective and introspective approach to life. Individuals may prioritize self-awareness, self-discovery, and personal growth through introspection and inner exploration.

• Connection to Nature: Feminine energy is sometimes associated with a deep connection to nature and the cycles of life. This can manifest as a reverence for the natural world, a desire to nurture and protect the environment, and an appreciation for the interconnectedness of all living beings.

• Adaptability: Feminine energy may involve a sense of fluidity, adaptability, and flexibility. Individuals may be comfortable navigating change, embracing uncertainty, and flowing with the rhythms of life.

Balance Masculine and Feminine Energies in You

Everyone needs to balance these energies in themselves, (and we also need to balance them in our relationship) since if too much or too little something it doesn't work holistically.

So as an example, if you are a natural leader, a problem solver, have big dreams, consider yourself highly motivated and driven, and enjoy stepping up in a crisis, you're probably healthily tapping into your masculine energy. Alternatively, If you’re always on the go, never allow downtime, can’t sit still, have a fully booked calendar, operate in a black-and-white world, and consider yourself a perfectionist, you might be tapping into your masculine energy too much. If you’re struggling to stay motivated, or you’re impulsive, chaotic, or feeling lost, you might need to tap into your masculine energy more.

Vice versa. If you consider yourself an empath, wise, pensive, or feel like an "introverted" extrovert, it's likely because you're healthily tapping into your feminine energy. When you're at your most powerful, you feel safe and vulnerable and can make others feel so supported and seen by you. You light up the room. Alternatively, if you’re struggling to find yourself, execute, get motivated, make decisions, or become overcome with the emotions of others, you might need to be tapping into your feminine energy too much. If you’re feeling blocked, hyper-critical, resistant, unfulfilled, or feel disconnected from yourself and those around you, you might need to tune into your feminine energy more.

Did you recognise yourself or your behaviour above? Do you feel unbalanced sometimes? And how can you balance these energies in yourself? And how can you balance masculine and feminine energies in your romantic relationship? That's our next topic for the next blog post.