Embracing Masculine and Feminine Energy in Relationships

In a world where gender roles are constantly evolving, understanding the divine nature of masculine and feminine energy has become more vital than ever. The One by One podcast recently featured an enlightening conversation with Meghan Farner, host of the Latter-day Disciples podcast and author who specializes in divine femininity. Meghan brings years of spiritual exploration and personal transformation to the table, offering profound insights into how women can reconnect with their feminine power while men learn to embody their true masculine essence.

The episode explores the current cultural phenomenon where many women find themselves operating primarily in masculine energy while men retreat to feminine spaces. This reversal disrupts the natural harmony in relationships and prevents both men and women from accessing their full divine potential.

Understanding Masculine and Feminine Energy

Austin shares his personal experience of naturally gravitating toward more traditionally feminine traits – being emotionally expressive, pursuing connection, and being conversational. In his marriage, this created an imbalance where his wife had to step into a more masculine protective role because he wasn't fully embodying those qualities.

Meghan explains that masculine energy is centered around the power of doing, while feminine energy focuses on the power of being. The masculine thrives in productivity and providing structure, while the feminine excels in presence, awareness, and the ability to receive. Using the lighthouse analogy, Austin describes how the masculine ideal remains steady and firm like a lighthouse, while the feminine energy moves like waves.

Western culture has conditioned both men and women against these natural tendencies. Women have been taught that their receptive qualities are less valuable than productivity, while many men haven't been properly initiated into healthy masculinity. When both partners learn to honor these complementary energies, the relationship transforms from competition into true partnership.

The Modern Reversal of Energy Patterns

Nick notes that his wife was raised in an environment where "doing" was heavily emphasized, making it difficult for her to relax and simply receive. This represents a common struggle for many women today who have been conditioned to constantly produce rather than trusting their innate value in simply being present.

Using Maslow's hierarchy of needs, Meghan explains how safety and basic survival needs must be met before higher needs like love and self-actualization. If a woman's partner isn't providing security or protection, she'll naturally step into that masculine role. The feminine energy thrives in cultivating relationships and spiritual connection but cannot fully express when basic safety is uncertain.

This modern energy reversal creates a challenging cycle. When women step into masculine energy out of necessity, men often retreat further, creating more imbalance. Austin notes that most men aren't attracted to the masculine version of their wife, just as most women aren't attracted to the feminine version of their husband. The path forward involves both partners understanding their divine nature and stepping into their authentic energy.

Discovering Divine Feminine Power

Meghan shares her personal journey of awakening to divine femininity after operating primarily in masculine energy. Growing up with a very masculine father who taught her that productivity was the highest value, she struggled to connect with her feminine essence. Her transformation began when she created a podcast about spiritual matters, which unexpectedly opened her to revelations about the divine feminine.

The turning point came when Meghan received guidance that she needed to know her Heavenly Mother to understand her own divine nature as a woman. She explains that women have been operating without a clear roadmap of what it means to be a celestial woman because the knowledge of Heavenly Mother has been limited. Feminine power is not about dominance but about presence, creation, and bringing spirit into form.

Using the metaphor of moon phases, Meghan describes how ancient cultures once understood and honored the divine feminine (full moon), followed by a period where this knowledge was lost (new moon). Now, she sees evidence that the "moon is waxing again" as women worldwide are reawakening to their divine nature. This restoration is happening through individual women connecting with divine parents and discovering their authentic feminine power.

Embracing True Divine Masculinity and Femininity

Nick shares how his fear initially prevented him from exploring the concept of Heavenly Mother. When he finally found the courage to ask if he needed to know Heavenly Mother, he received a powerful feminine affirmation inviting him to learn more.

Austin explains that many men struggle to step into healthy masculinity because they haven't had proper modeling from father figures. Many men seek adventure through sports or career achievement because they're unknowingly searching for the feminine adventure that should come through partnership with a woman who trusts them.

The ultimate goal is for couples to discover their divine nature individually and then bring those authentic energies together. President Nelson's call to raise a "sin-resistant generation" requires both divine masculine and feminine influence. Women have the unique ability to transform spiritual concepts into physical reality, especially in creating homes where the Spirit dwells. When both partners understand their divine nature, they create the foundation for raising spiritually strong children.

Key steps for couples seeking divine balance include:

• Recognizing whether you're operating primarily in masculine or feminine energy regardless of your gender

• Identifying areas where fear may be preventing spiritual growth

• Setting aside time for personal revelation about your divine identity

• Creating space for your partner to step into their authentic energy

• Building a home environment where both energies are honored

A Call to Discover Your Divine Nature

The journey to understanding divine masculine and feminine energy isn't just about improving relationships—it's about fulfilling our divine purpose. As we awaken to our true nature as sons and daughters of Heavenly Parents, we gain clarity about our individual missions.

This exploration requires courage to question cultural conditioning and seek personal revelation. For women, this often means reclaiming the power of presence and spiritual receptivity. For men, it means embracing the responsibility of providing safety while remaining emotionally connected.

The ultimate invitation is to experience what Nick describes as "changing and shaping your entire universe" through understanding your divine identity. This isn't about rigid gender roles but about discovering your authentic divine energy and bringing it into harmony with your partner's complementary nature. As you do, you'll create not just a more fulfilling relationship but a home where children can grow secure in their own divine identity—truly becoming that "sin-resistant generation" that our world needs.

Begin your journey to divine balance today by asking yourself: Which energy am I truly meant to embody, and how can I create space for my partner to shine in theirs