Can men and women rest together?

Inspiration for this post comes from the book:  Cassandra Speaks, by Elizabeth Lesser 

I’ve learned that women (generally) show and share power very differently than men.

A woman’s way tends to focus on partnership and values empathy and vulnerability.

Female power is generally more open and generous with praise and transparent about mistakes. I plan to be a part of the group who build a world where this model of leadership is seen as strong and valuable. 

It’s equally important that BOTH men AND women change if we want to change the story about equality.

Who is more suited to laundry and childrearing? Who is more suited to manual tasks, planning investment decisions and travel planners?

Women have wanted to change and have done yeoman's work to take on the roles traditionally held by men. Now men are going to have to WANT to shift their roles and responsibilities to balance their talents. These are all learned skills, but we must acknowledge there must be a “desire”. 

Rest may be needed by both men and women - but I imagine the way and type and duration may be very different. 

For me, resting is now a lifestyle and it links me to my feminine flow.  It ebbs and flows and it follows a life rhythm.  Much like the monthly cycle of a woman - my resting need changes day to day, season to season. 

I imagine a man’s rest may look like a task to be done or an investment in health that has benefits beyond the actually nap or meditation.  This seems right and in balance. Each person would have different needs, maybe entirely separate from their gender or identity.