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"The human race is like a bird trying to fly with one wing. Until women fly alongside men using all their gifts, this bird cannot fly."
We are all familiar with images in the media of political and business leaders gathered together, meeting to make decisions that shape our world. And no matter where these meetings occur, anywhere in the world, one theme is common to them all: the conspicuous absence of women in any significant numbers.
Our societies are desperately out of balance: men still monopolize positions of authority and power, and women are burdened (often overburdened) with the lion's share of responsibilities in the home. Consequently, the inherent wisdom and gifts of women are still drastically underutilized in society.
The time has come for a radical shift in this social structure. If the world is to have a flourishing future, men and women must function as full and equal partners in every arena of society: both wings must fly together.
"The Future For Women" explains why this change is necessary, how it can happen, and what needs to be done in concrete, practical ways that have already been tried and found to work.
The book provides a foundational understanding of the present imbalance of power in the world, and its tragic consequences; a careful analysis of what true power is, and how to use it; a complete guide for how circles work, and how to start and sustain a circle of your own; how women and men can work together in circles; how children can be raised so that they will help create a partnership society; and two wonderful stories that illustrate the power of stories and myths to shape our underlying beliefs, and therefore how we live.
"The Future For Women" is also a visual delight, with a drawing by Leigh after each chapter, and a blank page for your own notes. The ninth chapter has several blank pages for whatever you might want to write. It is a uniquely user-friendly book, which invites you to make it your own.
What Others Are Saying About "The Future For Women"!
"Marchiene lights a fire under the status quo, and issues a call to arms that can embrace the world. The questions are both deeply centering and practical."
– Dr. Inie Bijkere, Psy.D. psychotherapist, retired adjunct professor in Women's Studies, and co-author of When You're Ready
"More that an extremely practical guide, this book also exposes the cultural roots of women's subordination, and envisions a society that empowers both women and men."– Dr. Lilian Sigal, Ph.D., author, editor, and professor of English Literature
"The simple nine questions found in this book can transform the way you think about yourself and empower you in your relationships. Just as twelve-step groups have helped millions of people gain control of their lives, N.E.W. circles have the potential to help countless women and men who desire to live more authentic lives."– Dr. Sharon Miller, Ph.D. Center for the Study of Theological Education, Auburn Theological Seminary, New York