Looking At Masculine-Feminine Issues From The Point Of View Of A Psychologist At KALMnesia 2

JAKARTA - Discussion about masculine and feminine is still an interesting topic to discuss. For this reason, in the context of World Mental Health Day which falls on October 10, 2021, KALMnesia 2 has a talk show theme: Out of the Masculine-Feminine Prison. It's not about gender, it's about which side you have the most, Feminine or Masculine.

Masculine is often considered as a characteristic of men, which emphasizes the mind, while feminine is considered typical of women, that is, everything is judged using feelings. If a person chooses to run away from feelings, it means he is activating his masculine energy. Meanwhile, if someone is more concerned with his feelings then that's where the feminine side works.

Many factors determine a person tends to be masculine and feminine. explained that the order of birth in the family, where you were raised, and the parenting model applied by parents were very influential in determining character.

Masculine and feminine are not always distinguished by gender, male and female domination. According to Caca Tengker, a psychologist, as reported by VOI from zoom talkshow on Saturday, October 9, there are also women who have more masculine sides, as well as men.

“The masculine side of women can be seen from their roles such as leading, or organizing. There are also those who are more feminine, for example taking care of children who use feelings more.” Obviously Caca.

In addition, feminine and masculine do not always talk about masculine traits that are only owned by men, on the contrary, feminine traits are only owned by women. But everyone has these two sides. It's just a matter of how an individual is fair to release his masculine and feminine energy.

Rory Asyari, TV presenter, journalist, as well as an entrepreneur shares how to balance the masculine and feminine sides. First, it depends on the main intention.

"If the main intention is good, whether it's masculine or feminine, then the intention is good." said Rory.

Second, do more meditation and surround yourself with people who give positive energy.

Finally, you don't have to think too much about being feminine or masculine, just be a good person and things will automatically lead to good things.

Celebrity as well as sexual health and healthy relationship activist, Andrea Gunawan advises someone to do journaling. For him, journaling is a place for self-reflection because by writing, the thoughts that are expressed can be more visible.

As for Caca Tengker, the feminine and masculine labels should not be used to judge themselves. Simply react according to yourself as you are without considering the label.

For this reason, it is better for someone to know the masculine feminine qualities so that when faced with certain situations, one can know where to place oneself.