For many women seeking to reconnect with their feminine energy, there comes a point where they ask: What does it mean to be connected with my feminine energy? How would it show up in my life? What does this actually look like?

While there is no definite and fixed recipe for this - it’s why we keep saying we each have our own authentic version of femininity and feminine embodiment - here are 11 powerful, magic-like shifts you will notice in your life once you start embracing your feminine energy.

1. You’re in touch with your heart. You’re able to feel your emotions fully, and you know how to express them in healthy ways

The feminine is about emotions; about being in touch with them, listening to them, and honoring them; it’s about knowing your heart’s desires. Yet, this doesn’t mean you just fall prey to your emotions. A healthy feminine is one where those emotions are listened to and understood, then choosing the right way for yourself and for others to express them.

2. You master the art and balance of being open and receptive; you know that being vulnerable isn’t a weakness when used wisely.

This is so frequently misunderstood that I’ve written an article on it (I encourage you to read it, especially if you find yourself really struggling with this).

Here’s the idea, in a nutshell: when we practice being open, when we allow ourselves to receive, to be vulnerable, we get to know ourselves better; we work through our fears and limitations, and we grow; we form better, more authentic connections with others; on a physical level, we are less tired, less stressed (I’m talking to you, the ones having a tough time accepting help here!); on a more profound level, being open and in receiving mode lets the Universe know that you are ready to manifest whatever you have your heart set on.

At some level, this is an art. An art you need to balance by using your wisdom, your boundaries, and even your intuition so that you allow in your space only those worthy of that openness and vulnerability.

3. You connect with others on a deep level. You’re comfortable not only with giving but also receiving love and support from others

What you discover when fully embracing your feminine energy is that you start craving deep connections; while you still master the art of small talk, you feel a need to have profound, honest conversations with others who resonate with you.

4. You are connected to your intuition and creativity

Intuition and creativity are hallmarks of the feminine, and you have found ways to connect to both. You allow new ideas and possibilities to flow freely. You know how to use these gifts in conjunction with logic and reason and have found your personal way to balance them gracefully.

5. You are in tune with your body

You know your body is the temple of your Inner Goddess. You listen to your body’s needs and have found sustainable ways to care for yourself. You no longer tolerate self-abuse - such as overworking, over-drinking, or over-eating, and have replaced those with healthy ways of coping and managing your emotions and life in general.

6. You embody femininity your own way

You’re at ease with your sensuality and your version of femininity and you’re able to embody it a natural and authentic way. You know that there’s no one size fits all and while you may pay attention to external sources you use them solely for inspiration and adopt only the ideas that suit you.

7. You know you are connected to everything

You walk through life feeling the interconnectedness of all things. You feel connected to a higher power and you are able to tap into your inner wisdom with ease.

8. You know how to create a harmonious and nourishing space for yourself and other

A healthy feminine values harmony because it knows that this is a space for growth; granted, there are many examples in which new ideas are brought to life in adverse conditions, but this is not where the feminine thrives; the feminine thrives in peace, balance, in the feeling of being nourished and cherished. This is why when you embrace your feminine energy you feel a more pressing need for harmony, for an environment conducive to peace, love, growth, and collaboration. You no longer feel attracted to gossip, conflicts, or petty fights; the struggle, in all its forms, no longer bears any attraction for you; you start valuing contexts in which you can feel replenished and at ease.

9. You value fun, joy, and flow

…and know how to create such moments in your life and those close to you; you know that a life fully lived is a life where you can be fully immersed in the moment, and you use all your senses to make the most of any and all experiences.

10. You’re a powerful, graceful manifestor

You’re able to manifest your desires with grace and ease, playing on your natural feminine gifts rather than adopting a masculine approach. You know how to allow things to flow and come to you, and have given up on the idea that pushing and pulling is the only way to get what you want.

11. You’re connected to your authentic self, your values, and your purpose and you express them freely and unapologetically

I’ve left this for last because this is a sensitive topic for a lot of women going through this journey of finding themselves again. Because embracing your feminine energy, your inner goddess, is really an act of coming back home, coming back to our whole selves. As we move through this, we find that what we once valued no longer seems to hold the same importance for us; that we have a deep need to know and follow our purpose; that we desire to build a life where we can live with authenticity, fully, boldly, unafraid of expressing all the parts of ourselves.

Will you witness magic when you embrace your feminine energy? In more than one way, it will feel like this. You’ll feel yourself and your life shifting, sometimes in subtle ways, sometimes in big leaps. If you’ve decided to embark on this journey and feel you could use some more help, contact me for a friendly chat and discover how I can support you on your way back to your feminine, divine self.