DICKOTOMY: A DICKLESS MEMOIR

DICKOTOMY [dik-kot-uh-mee]: a division or contrast in a man that determines if he is either a Rick or a Dick at any given time.What defines you? Have you ever given this any thought? In this memoir, I wondered if my strict childhood, my naivety as an immigrant, my insecurities in standing up for myself and others, or my struggles to find my voice in corporate America were my defining moments. But then it struck me:Who defines you? was a much better question to ask. In my case, was it Daddy Dearest, who made all the rules, or The Alcoholic, who controlled my every move, or The Narcissistic Bully, who only cared about himself, or The Distrusting CEO, who heard what I had to say, but who didn't listen? And what about The Guardian, who helped rebuild my trust in men, The Boys, who taught me about unconditional love, or The Soulmate, who simply let me be me?DICKOTOMY acknowledges the importance of the Ricks and Dicks in every woman's life. Ultimately, it is up to us to decide who we truly are.From the Author:Walk in my shoes and meet the men who have shaped my life. Who knows, you may even come across some familiar characters, or if you are a man, you may be one of them? The book is food for thought. All of us can decide, at any given time, if we are going to be nice or not to another person; no matter the gender. We are human beings; we are the result of our childhood, our education, our environment, our experiences, our beliefs ... shall I go on? We act and react based on those factors, but once you understand and accept where you come from and how you got here - and that other people have the same struggles - you will find that you have more power over your next words or deeds. Choose wisely, my friends.REVIEWS"If you've ever thought that existing in a male dominated world is an uphill battle, you will completely relate to Petra's journey from a strict childhood all the way to corporate America, where acceptance and recognition as a woman are hard to come by." THE GUARDIAN"Wow! Petra's transformation from a submissive follower to an unwavering leader and activist - all while navigating unknown waters often filled with man-sharks - was inspiring to observe through her eyes." THE SOULMATE