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Men Are Better

2/5/2011

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Women are good at a lot of things, but let's admit it:  men are better at play . . . pure, uninterrupted, guilt-free play.

I believe men can teach us a great deal about claiming pleasure. 

We witness men rallying around weekend play like a dog with a ball looking for his master.  We see most men taking the time they want and need without pause.  If you are starting to feel a charge brewing inside, don't.  We need to honor this trait and learn from it.

Speaking of brewing.  Who is more likely to crack open a beer before 5:00 pm in your house? And why is that?  I'll tell you.  Men were not born with the "couldn't possibly gene."  For example, do any of these resonate with you?
  • I couldn't possibly go to bed before the kitchen is clean.
  • I couldn't possibly go away for a girls' weekend.
  • I couldn't possibly take a detour on the way home to go shopping just for me.
  • I couldn't possibly sit and watch an entire football game.
  • I couldn't possibly stay in bed and read a bit before feeding my kids breakfast.
During this month, I invite you to play, out of love for yourself. I have tickets to see my favorite ballet company.  What might you do?

And if this feels too indulgent, I suggest you pass this on to your favorite man and ask for a little help: 

HOW TO HELP WOMEN EMBRACE PLAY
  • When you see her forgetting to exhale, suggest she take a break. You may need to show her how. 
  • Remind her that every time she asks for a hall pass, you say Yes.
  • Encourage her to stay in bed and read while you make breakfast.  (Don't worry, she probably won't take you up on it, but you'll get major credit.)
  • Invite her to join you the next time you are looking for someone to play catch.
  • And if none of these work, give her a mandatory hall pass, even if she hasn't asked for one.

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