Hi There Spirit Friends and welcome to today’s post! I hope it doesn’t intimidate you so not to worry for all the doubters out there…. This is all about the natural yin/yang of our energies and how they will work in our favor. We have BOTH male and female parts to us, ya know…. No, not biologically unless you change something but I’m talking about spiritually of course. For centuries, the roles of men and women in society were so dictated by the same standards. The man was the financial provider, the disciplinarian for the kids, the protector, and strong. The women stayed home, took care of the house, kids, was more docile, and was the nurturer. Some of these may still be true today but we all know many major differences over time. We need ALL and are ALL.

My beliefs have been altered a great deal as I also have come to know we have been both in previous lifetimes along with all nationalities, races, creeds, and lived all over the world. This may not be your belief system and that’s o.k. I think it’s kinda cool though to think we’ve done all that, do you agree? It is extremely complex to even think about and especially true if you don’t believe in reincarnation which I never did. I think it’s just very similar to other serious topics we dismiss. We can’t possibly believe so we automatically say they are not true without even pursuing at all. We still have both male and female traits within us regardless if you connect to reincarnation or not.

Men can be strong but need that gentle side too. Women can be more docile but then can very well compete with men physically. Both work outside the home unlike colonial times and fathers have much more of an active role with their kids than ever before. I would bet for most it is easier for us women to accept the male attributes of ourselves than it is for the men to accept the women attributes. Correct me if I’m wrong guys but some of you might overreact here and think a feminine side means something else. It’s what your interpretation is with that first reaction but underneath that, you can see more in a good way.

Have you had some of your traits changed or disproved because of a life situation? That will test us and bring out other ways of our being. Just because you identify as man or woman doesn’t mean you have that cemented on your forehead with every action that is taken. Think of a time in your life when the “society role” got abandoned for you regarding a choice that had to be made? Did you respond the traditional way or switch that role up some? Maybe some are taking on both roles in their lives because the other side isn’t present to do so. You will know what works for you but again friends— balance is what we need because it is truly what we strive for always. It really doesn’t even have to be big issues at all. Both wear make-up, ( or not) both have long hair, ( or not) and on and on. Those things add up also with whatever we choose with our free will thinking. Sometimes, we may react in a certain way and not realize it is different than previous times or know it needs to be changed. We are all individuals and can represent ourselves however we wish. Both sexes are there spiritually inside us and will respond depending on how we let emotions out.

It isn’t a bad feeling at all and we need to let them come and go kinda like taking turns. Don’t let past people dictate how you need to be today. Our ego and society have those “rules” in place to protect us or define peoples. I get some of it, truly I do since some rules we actually need. The ego doesn’t want us to always be different or accept our shadow sides since it might harm and disappoint us. The ego isn’t wrong all the time but remember, it’s how you get THRU that situation that matters most here. We fight stuff all the time and don’t want to let others down either but we need to choose ourselves more. If you don’t, then you will not be of service to others while denying yourself. Once you fall in love with all parts, then you will be able to share your gifts with others. This is HARD to do as there are parts of us that we deem difficult to love. It is a life-long battle and one we may never fully conquer. That is why we are here. It is all about learning, evolving, getting to know ourselves, others, and returning to Source. Remember that post?

The Male and Female parts of us are there waiting to be loved, used, and accepted truly for what they are. Sure, we do have dominant traits of course but need to recognize both sides of ourselves without dismissing. I’m not saying to abandon one over the other but let them both shine in situations when needed throughout your life. Just because you feel a sense of one coming on, do not let others or society think it is wrong expressing. If we be US, others will be too. Be a gentle man and a strong woman. Here’s a quote from Warrior that he used in the first comic book:

” He knows nothing is so strong as gentleness, and nothing so gentle as strength.”

He was referencing his character in the book but it is totally true for all men. Am sure there are women quotes similar to this as well. Can you accept both energies friends or is this a difficult idea for you? I hope you lean towards acceptance and just start small with the little stuff. Your spirit will be so glad you are embracing it as a whole self with smaller roles. They both serve us and will if we truly allow them in.

*** I do hope this post inspires you to look at both energies of our male and female selves without cringing or turning away. Please share with anyone you feel needs guidance on this too (: As always, I am here to motivate you towards your own best self so please let me know your thoughts!

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