If you look closely at what’s happening in the Western world–in politics and gender identity movements, and at work—you may notice that women are receiving more recognition for the unique qualities we bring to the table. Is there a lot more work to do? YES! But it’s time to cheer for all that we’re seeing right now.
Today, I want to dig into these feminine qualities—or Feminine Energies.
In my years as a business strategist to women entrepreneurs, I have found there are 7 Feminine Energies that we weave into our professional lives.
You may not be in touch with every single one of these energies. They will ebb and flow, depending on your past experiences, your current needs and priorities.
So, how do you know which ones you need to bring into your life?
I was feeling a bit out of sorts. My creative self felt like it was moving at a crawl and my decision-making at a snails pace. Something was off but I couldn’t put my finger on it until I started to reflect over the last eight weeks. I had traveled two times in 30 days to the East Coast to see my father who’s ailing and followed that with a week-long business trip. I realized that our home never fully recovered from the holidays. There were “loose ends” in many places which left me feeling unsettled. Even though I have a housekeeper (I highly recommend for all women!) there are some tasks that she can’t do – like clearing clutter from desks and drawers.
Summer is just around the corner and also a great time for you to get away for some special “me” time. I’m hearing a lot of conversation about family vacations which is wonderful (our family is headed to Park City, Utah this summer), however I want to invite you to consider giving yourself a vacation over the next few months. Getting away for some solo time can be one of the best decisions you can make for business and for your mental and emotional clarity. When I share this with women, the look I get is sometimes like a deer in headlights. The conversation goes something like this: