I’m a woman in a happy, egalitarian relationship with my husband. I picked up this book because I wanted to learn more about the concept of feminine/masculine energy polarities. However, I found myself disagreeing with about 80% of it.
The author claims that women’s depression and anxiety stem from an imbalance of feminine and masculine forces in the world—essentially arguing that women are suffering because they’re operating from a “masculine space.” According to her, this happens when women work too much (out of the house, of course) or manage their own lives, which she believes should be the role of men as “providers.”
This explanation feels overly simplistic to me. Mental health is far more complex, shaped by a variety of factors, as numerous studies have shown. And speaking of studies, the book is notably lacking in them. Many of the author’s bold claims are supported only by her clients’ experiences or her own opinions. While I understand this is a coach’s perspective, I was hoping for something more substantial—statistics, research, or even credible references to back her assertions.
For example, in some chapters, she bases her arguments on anecdotes from social media. One instance involves a video of a female police officer being mistreated by a male offender, which she uses to argue that women are inherently weaker than men. If you want readers to take your ideas seriously, grounding them in something seen on TikTok or YouTube isn’t the way to go.
Also, there are more than 60 references to God in the book. It's basically a religious perspective of what female energy entails (based on the presumption of a MASCULINE God, of course). If you are coming from an atheist or any other non-christian path, you will be surely asking yourself how the heck this person says all this stuff with so much assurance. She claims she studied the topic for more than 10 years. It makes me wonder how exactly.
Her perspective on women and careers was another area where I couldn’t agree. Most women I know are thriving in their careers and enjoying equal partnerships where both partners share responsibilities, including raising children. The author, however, views professional ambition as “masculine” and suggests it disrupts the balance in relationships because it puts women in a “masculine space.” Yet she frequently mentions her own career accomplishments, such as the number of books she’s written and the thousands of clients she’s had. To me, this sounds like a woman proudly celebrating her “masculine” work achievements—which is perfectly fine—but it contradicts her own logic.
At one point, she even claims that, in her opinion, women’s money shouldn’t go toward household bills because that’s a man’s responsibility!!!!!!!!!!! "With my own money, I buy clothing and other items", she says.
I live in a country with one of the lowest minimum wages in Europe, where many young people—regardless of gender—can’t afford to move out of their parents’ homes. Advice like this feels completely detached from reality. It conjures a mental image of a privileged white middle-class woman happily shopping for yoga pants online, preaching that working too much is 'masculine,' while her high-earning husband covers all the bills. The world is much bigger and more complex than the bubble this advice seems to come from.
The author also argues that men aren’t “programmed” to communicate from a feeling-based space because their role is to lead and be strong, relying on their “sense and logic” to make decisions for the couple. This outdated perspective reminded me of the “real men don’t cry” mindset from older generations. I discussed this with my husband and male friends, and we all agreed that it’s not just inaccurate—it’s harmful. Vulnerability and open communication benefit everyone, regardless of gender. In my experience, every time my husband has opened up to me, our relationship has grown stronger. On the other hand, my grandfather, who followed these “tough man” ideals, spent much of his life battling depression because he never opened up about his feelings. Men, like women, are human beings who need to express emotions, cry when necessary, and talk about their feelings. It doesn’t make them any less masculine.
That said, there were a few parts of the book I appreciated. The author raises valid points about the challenges women face in modern workplaces and emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, trusting your intuition, and fostering a healthy dynamic in relationships. Her journaling prompts and self-reflection exercises are genuinely helpful and easy to implement. I just wish the book had focused more on these practical and empowering aspects instead of making women feel “wrong” for pursuing careers or paying bills (or dressing in a not-feminine way, as she mentions in one of the last chapters).
Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this book to a friend. For a better alternative, I recommend "Goddesses in Everywoman" by Jungian analyst Jean Shinoda Bolen—a thoroughly researched and insightful book about the female experience through archetypes. As for this book, take what resonates and leave the rest.