HERstoryTHE FEMININE FORCE GROUPThe Feminine Force Group was formed by a couple of friends with the same concept in mind: Uplifting the Pinoy music scene (rock, alternative, ethnic, ska, reggae, whatever -- underground or not) and fusing it with arts and literature as our sidebar. If there's poetry with the first, prose and poetry with the second, maybe there's photography or painting exhibit on the next. But whatever the side bar is, the definite thing is -- there will always be LIVE BAND MUSIC. The Feminine Force Group is composed of female yuppies (with meager earnings) -- working in print publications, banks, and entrepreneurs -- who are all committed in bringing music, arts, and literature to the masses to stir awareness. ROCK SERIES FOR GALSThe "Feminine Force" rock series was conceptualized with the young women of today in mind -- free-spirited, goal-oriented, and responsible. It's not just about feminism, or femininity, but to put it simply -- it is just a show presented by women and dedicated for women, and almost always, with a cause. Part of the proceeds of the event "Feminine Force" is donated to a chosen beneficiary. The title "Feminine Force" was actually taken from the self-help book of Georgette Morbascher. At the back of the book, was Marbascher's own list of "Feminine Force Principles." The chosen principles were complied and divided into four parts, 10 principles for each part. It served as an inspiration and guidelines by the event organizers. No matter how low the budget is, no matter how small the venue, and even if the artists are "unheard", the "Feminine Force" series will become a regular agenda for women. The idea is to present bands front-acted by a gal, feminine or not. For every "Feminine Force" event, expect a different theme each time. Women, like men, are rocking hard too. May the Feminine Force be with you! FEMININE FORCE PRINCIPLESPART I I love being a woman.I expect to be treated like a lady. Manicures, pedicures, facials, hair care, exercise, make-up -- I call all these necessities, not luxuries. And I find a way to have them, even if I do it myself. I deserve love and affection and I can have it. I know how to interest a man. I will not love a man who doesn't cherish me. I control the decisions about sex in my life -- and I take responsibility for my body. I can buy my own crystal and china and feather my own nest -- with or without a man. I do not need to lean on others in order to create the life I choose for myself. I make mistakes -- so what? PART II I believe this is a woman's world -- and a man's world.I deserve to enjoy my life and have fun -- and I don't feel guilty about it! When I look my personal best, I am powerful. I'm not afraid to show a man all of who I am. I never hesitate to ask him to dance. I know whom to ask, when to ask, and how to ask. I'm proud of my ability to express affection. I love having time alone. Entrusting my financial security to anyone else is an unacceptable risk. Fidelity, trust, and respect are honored in my marriage. PART III Life isn't fair -- so what?I am my own provider. I don't depend on luck -- I make my own. I value myself, not my position. I am totally responsible for myself -- and know this is the one and only path to true happiness, success, and freedom. I do not tolerate abuse of any kind. Regardless of the difficulties in my life, I will never become a victim. I have many resources and all of them hold potential. Any goal is a worthy goal. I always find a way to turn a negative into a positive. PART IV They can call me whatever they want -- I know who I am.As God is my witness, I'll never be helpless again. I may not always see it from where I'm standing, but I know there is always something better just around the corner. Self-pity is a poor excuse for not moving forward. I can have style without money. And I can have money if I choose to make that a goal. I know how hard work is always rewarded. I always do a little more than is required. I always work the problem. Network, network, network! There is dignity in any work that I do. The Force is with me. Taken from Georgette Morbascher's book "FEMININE FORCE" |