Many women are not being treated in a way that makes them feel loved, cherished, and protected by their man. Their feelings aren't heard. Their needs aren't met. Their love is not reciprocated. Their boundaries are not respected. Not to the level that they deserve. Not to the level that they need to truly thrive as women. Not even close. But what if a man's behaviour towards his woman is just a reflection of what she is communicating to him? What if a man could feel inspired to treat his woman much better, if she changed what she was communicating? What if there were practical action based steps that a woman could take to communicate in a radically different way? The truth is, most men are capable of being the devoted masculine leader that a woman needs. A man who leads his relationship, focused on making his woman feel happy, safe, and loved. A man who works on himself diligently to become a better and stronger man for his woman. Wherever a man is in his current level of growth, he can usually be inspired to start showing up as that man. He just needs the right kind of woman to inspire him. This book will show you how to become that woman.
Some good tips, extremely repetitive and not the best approach
There were some good tips and pointers in this book that I wrote down and will implement in my relationship. However, this book is extremely repetitive and a little out of touch with how women feel and receive information.
I understand what the author was trying to convey, but I think he could have used a different approach and wording that would resonate better with women. I have no issues with giving the right man the respect he deserves and making him feel worthy. It is necessary for a healthy, thriving relationship.
While the author advocates this, he also makes it seem as though a man is not responsible at all for how he makes you feel. This can be true at times but if a man, for example, goes out and cheats on you and you feel hurt, he is directly responsible for that feeling of hurt. I am pretty sure the author realizes and recognizes this but he does not make that distinction in his writing.
Overall, a short but good read that could be even better with a few tweaks.
the basic idea is to respect yourself and the man equally. if you value yourself less - he'll find you worthless, if you value yourself a lot more than you value him - you'll make him feel worthless. He offers practical tips on how to balance that on the basis of gender dynamics and guides you on how to be a worthy woman.
Thanks so much Zak for writing this book! I have been saturating myself in information from various relationship coaches and this seems to be the most practical, realistic 'guide' for improvement thus far. In 25 years of dating I have yet to experience what it feels like to be worthy of a man's devotion. I remain hopeful and have been digging for guidance to the point of obsession. I am about to begin focusing on shadow work inspired by Carl Jung's philosophies and I am so thankful to have discovered this book that so eloquently expressed what very well could be the main shift for me to take in approaching my next relationship opportunity and allow me to actually experience the security if not innate need as a mature woman of having a devoted mail partner in my life. I shall consider investing in one of your coaching programs though am curious if this simple, to the point guide could have summarized how to actually apply the various information I have been absorbing in such a way that potentially could radically transform my love life. Fabulous read and I really enjoyed your website, thanks again Zack!
I considered myself feminine and in control of my emotions, for the most part. I have read lots of self help books on femininity, all written by women. Although I did receive great advice from those books, this series blows them out of the water. I have heard of polarity in a relationship but have never had it explained this way. This information is gold. I am fortunate to have a masculine husband who is in touch with his power and masculinity, although he does have some trauma. We recently had a baby and our dynamic changed considerably. These books highlight every reason why that change occurred. Now I have the tools to get my relationship back on track by stepping back into my feminine roll. Thank you!
I loved this book. I highlighted almost the whole thing... The book explains very clearly how when we feel unworthy (been there) we behave in ways that bleed onto our relationships and, voila, we come face-to-face with self-fulfilling prophecies of our "unworthiness". It also provides 'steps' to be more mindful of this, come back to our feminine to polarize the relationship AND, of course, communicate, believe and behave in a way that makes us feel and be perceived as worthy (since, inevitably, once we truly embody it it'll be reflected back to us when dating and in general). Will definitely read it again and again!
Good book. Very concise but with valuable insights that at first sight seem obvious, but in reality there is depth in simplicity, or subtlety when it comes to communication
I feel like this book had a lot of good information. It was rather lacking in guidance as to how to actually implement most of the ideas that were presented.
I was led to read this after coming across one of the author's posts on Facebook, on the subject of feminine/masculine energy and communication between the sexes, that age old mystery! I was intrigued by what he had to say and so sought out this book to learn more. Me a few years ago would have balked at the subtitle "how to effortlessly gain a man's respect" ("as if I should be actively seeking it!!") and the title of the second chapter - "SUBMISSION"!! - ("as if!") But I have become increasingly interested in this feminine/masculine stuff, as I can clearly see that for the most part, many or most men and women still really struggle to communicate effectively with each other. And I'm open to taking what I can from what I read, even if there's stuff I disagree with.
Overall, I liked the message of the book. The premise is that men and women in general feel respected in different ways. Women by having their feelings and needs heard and taken seriously, and men by having their leadership in the relationship acknowledged. The idea is that women must communicate and embody respect for themselves and their man, and can have a successful and fulfilling relationship if they are willing to let the man lead (i.e. respecting him), expressing their feelings and needs openly and vulnerably to inspire him to devote his leadership to meeting her needs. Boundaries are meant to be expressed by women in a similar way - express feelings vulnerably, without blame or attachment to an outcome, simply to communicate the impact of his actions, and if he doesn't respond well (i.e. by pro-actively changing his behaviour), the women is to communicate that she is stepping back and to do so, being willing to walk away completely if necessary, thus demonstraing and communicating respect for herself as a woman. Simple enough on the face of it, but I think most women could agree that doing that is a lot easier said than done, considering how we have been conditioned by society and our upbringings, and especially in the face of certain situations, for example when a man has done something very hurtful, when a problematic dynamic has been going on for years, when a woman loves a man and is afraid of losing him. Indeed, the author highlights at the end of the book how difficult this process can be and encourages people to sign up to his coaching programme, as well as offering some more affordable and free resources.
My one reservation about the book's message was the level of responsibility the author places on women for influencing the dynamic of the relationship. It's not that I completely disagree, it's just something for me to ponder further. He also says he thinks "most men" would show up correctly when treated with respect by a woman who respects herself. I'm not so sure it's that simple. Also, there is a lot of potential risk for a woman who learns to be open about her feelings but hasn't built the confidence in setting boundaries, that could be very traumatising.
I think this is a valuable stand-alone book for anyone who has already done a lot of work in this area, and can take it in context and appreciate the nuance, which while communicated well by the author, isn't possible to convey completely through text.
It is a simple read yet, like carving a different path, it could also be demanding. It takes an open mind and an open heart to learn and to evaluate if this is how one wants to be and carry oneself in relationship. I love it and cherish these insights.
I feel like the things taught in this book are things I've always know but forgotten. They feel like timeless truths that just need to be re learned and put into practice. Not only do I agree with his teachings but I have experienced the benefits of living them quite by accident. I can say from experience these things are true and relationships go south when we wander from our feminine or masculine roles. After reading this book I now I understand a bit better how to fully live this way not temporarily experience it by accident. I am excited to read the third book that is directed more at men. Many more truths to awaken to I'm sure.
Waouh! I've found my self-love Bible! With so much information out there I no longer knew which area of growth I had to work on in my self-love journey. Other authors should learn from him, stop the over 200 pages waffle and go straight to the point! This book can be read in a short time. I'm impressed by how Zak draws in a concise and digestible way highlighting what makes a woman worthy. Just like a mirror and our reflection, he demonstrates how men's behaviour and responses are the results of the way we view ourselves and our worth. I've already started reading his other book 'Irresistibly femimine'.Thank you Zak for this gem!
All my research over the years and this author brings it all together in a tangible understanding for you. Though it’s easier read than done if ygm?
It gave me some of the clarity I was looking for. But I’ve come to understand that this is mostly, a nice kind of theory, perhaps not something that can be practiced by just any one and not on just anyone.