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Working with a producer, the first step is to create a treatment. Since I'm new to the entertainment industry, I'm still picking up on the terms. A treatment is basically where writers brainstorm ideas, build up the story, and shape the characters before starting on the actual script. It's also something you can show to potential buyers or partners to get them interested. Right now, this is the stage I'm at on the path to preparing my book to become a limited series.
What I noticed with many of the female characters in fiction romance novel, "Dismantled Hearts'' is that they are Alpha Females, yet they are submissive. Again, I did not go for these characteristics, it wasn’t something I planned; it just turned out that way as I wrote them. It’s accurate to say that this is just how the characters needed to be for the story to work as intended.
I consider myself an Alpha Female. Research shows that Alpha Females are leaders, usually very confident, highly ambitious, emotionally intelligent and often have strong relationships with their mothers. These traits can appear early in life, but most develop over time. I grew up in a family of strong, independent women and a father who taught me that I need to work hard to succeed in life. I'm not someone who waits for handouts from men or expects someone else to take care of me. Being self-sufficient is a basic life skill everyone should have, unless faced with a disability so this is something that should be expected of oneself.
While the label "strong" may offend some women. For me, not so much. Yes, I am independent and strong, traits that have been essential throughout my life. Whether life experiences shaped me into being strong or not, I will never be ashamed in who I've become.
Being strong often leads people to assume that a woman will be difficult, hard, and incapable of being a suitable wife. Many Alpha Females, including myself, can be submissive to the "right" man. We prefer to be led—but only by someone who proves capable and doesn't lead us astray. We can rely on a man to take the lead, but he must earn that place.
The concept of the "soft girl era" has been popular for a while, encouraging many women to embrace their femininity, which is a positive shift. Embracing this mindset also means being open to change and applying everything learned during this journey for when a man does come along. It requires allowing him to be the leader, provider and protector. We need to not only talk about change but also live it. Unfortunately, we live in a society where men are not stepping up to the plate leaving women in a position to be everything for themselves that they desire for a man to be.
If we go biblical, Ephesians 5:23 (MSG) explains that a husband should lead his wife as Christ leads the church, not by being domineering but by cherishing her. This is where confusion often arises with the word "submission." Women may fear it implies someone ruling over their lives, while men might interpret it as a means of control. However, that's not the intent. Submission isn’t about domination or controlling another person.
Ladies, it's perfectly fine to aim high in your education and career, take professional development courses, deepen your expertise, seek more—more income, more opportunities, and more from life. It's okay to be recognized as a strong leader, mentor, volunteer, and give back to your community. Sometimes, you might feel unfairly labeled, stereotyped, misunderstood, or pressured to meet very high expectations. But this is who you are and what you've worked towards becoming. Don't let society shame you for it. Instead, embrace your strengths as your superpowers. Also, you can have a fulfilling relationship and still be who you were created to be. It's all about finding balance and letting men take their rightful, respected place in your life.
Until next time!
- Authoress J. Henry, XOXO
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