Monthly Archives: May 2012

Popularity of 50 Shades of Grey Does NOT Mean Women Want To Be Dominated

Posted on May 24, 2012 by wsr_author

Recent media spin on the popularity of the novel “50 Shades of Grey” suggests that assertive and successful feminists want men to be rough and in charge, (e.g. Newsweek “The Fantasy Life of Working Women: Why Surrender is a Feminist Dream”). Accomplished woman scholar, Dr. Birute Regine disagrees.

She says that the book has all the elements of a good read that women like: It’s hot; it’s sexy; it’s an escape. But she finds what the media is doing in their buzz, suggesting that strong women REALLY want to be dominated in real life, is subversive toward women. The book’s success doesn’t mean women want to be dominated; it means women like sex and have erotic fantasies. Gasp! Continue reading →

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Sharing Stories Empowers Women

Posted on May 18, 2012 by wsr_author

Was there a moment when someone’s thoughtless comment changed your life completely?

British author, Julia Hague calls that a “pivotal moment” and it is the theme of just one of the wonderful stories in her book about real, beautiful women, You Is for Unique – Women’s feelings about body image and self-esteem.

Her love of people and interest in storytelling led to her to write about the stories women told her through the years. Her self-published book became so popular, Continue reading →

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Gain More Energy in Life: Take Small Steps to Succeed

Posted on May 11, 2012 by wsr_author

What have you been putting off? Is it losing that extra weight, eating a more healthy diet, or simply taking a little time for “me?” If you have no time or energy left for yourself, you need to listen to this week’s amazing guest.

Michelle Cederberg says it’s a mistake to think you must take a big (unachievable) leap toward that goal. Ten minutes of doing something is more valuable than an hour thinking about it. Continue reading →

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How to Understand Male and Female Communication Styles

Posted on May 4, 2012 by wsr_author

If you think communication between men and women is a puzzle that cannot be solved, listen to this conversation with gender communication expert, Jane Sanders.

Jane has studied gender communication since childhood, beginning with her own brothers and climbing the ladder to become a top salesperson in the male-dominated corporate world. She applied that experience almost 20 years ago by forming her consulting company, Gender Solutions, to help company management understand how to create successful working relationships for men and women. Her insightful book, Gender Smarts: Solving the Commmunication Puzzle Between Men and Women, focuses on the key elements in masculine and feminine communication styles. Continue reading →

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