Why are we women so exhausted? And what can we do about it?

As women we are programmed by society to give – our love, support, attention, to take care of our children, our husband, our household, while performing at home and at work. 

So much giving is expected of us on a daily basis, and then we wonder why we are so exhausted! 

But what we to need understand, is that the core essence of the feminine energy is the exact opposite – to receive. Not to give.

What does this internal conflict cause in your life? And most importantly, what can you do about it to finally feel better?

Masculine and feminine.

The principle of giving is the basis of the masculine essence – men are the givers and women are the receivers. This is the natural flow of life.

However women are pressured to conform to societal standards and just give all the time, we go against our nature, and it’s incredibly draining. 

Because when we are mainly operating in masculine energy, our feminine energy cannot naturally renew itself. That’s why you are getting more and more tired and exhausted. 

If you want to recharge your feminine energy, you NEED to be receiving.

Receiving as a prerequisite, not a consequence of giving.

As women, we cannot create or give anything without FIRST allowing ourselves to receive. It doesn’t work the way we are programmed in our society – giving first, and only when we are exhausted do we start trying to receive. It should be just the opposite – before you decide to give, you should receive first. 

Your exhaustion doesn’t come from giving too much. It comes from the fact that you are receiving very little or, sometimes, nothing at all.

What does it mean to receive?

Each of us has many ways we recharge our energy – how and what we receive. For me personally, the most important thing is to receive loving touches – from my husband, from my children. But you can also draw energy from receiving beauty – music, books, art, walks in nature, massage, good food – when you allow yourself to receive care. 

The possibilities are innumerable, and it is up to you what brings you joy.

I will say it again, your exhaustion doesn’t come from giving too much. It comes from the fact that you are receiving very little or, sometimes, nothing at all. 

If receiving was a priority in your life, what would that look like?