WomensApproach

Now we get into some tricky territory: the religion of strength.  This one is difficult to break down due to the fact that the negative aspects are not quite so apparent offhand.

Obviously, if you are the type to put 110% into everything you do, you will most likely take time to consider what you invest yourself in; this implies some amount of logic.  And while emotions may be a strong motivator for many of your decisions, you are not completely controlled by the ups and downs of hormones; you rely on sheer will power to get yourself through.

If your ideas of religion are based on your own strength and energy (as is the rest of your life) you may reflect the following characteristics:

1)     You are the first to volunteer for every project, lesson, or service project.  You are a zealous recruiter for your cause and are there every time the doors open at your place of worship (even if the custodian only stopped by to fix a stopped up toilet before the next day’s service).

2)     You feel as though you are personally responsible to convert the world to your religion.

3)     You feel a deep sense of betrayal if the return from your chosen religion is not equivalent to the amount of energy you invested in it.

 Chic flicks galore feed on the portrayal of the heavily invested; whether it be a zealous chef, a marvelous mom, or an efficient employee, all of these people have a few things in common—they are very passionate, they are deeply loyal, and they have put a considerable amount of time and effort into what they do (think Jennifer Lopez in The Wedding Planner). 

 Yet, somehow, no matter what the individual’s intentions, or how much of themselves they poor into a person, job, or religion, most find themselves empty and exhausted.  I wonder, is this just a Hollywood stereotype, or does it find its basis in the real world?