Yin and Yang

I found it useful to look at what many ancient and current traditions regard as traits of the masculine and feminine. 

Here is a summary:

YIN
Femine
Non-Linear
Creative
Nurturing
Moon
Dark
Yin
Receiving
Left side of Body
Surrender
Empathy
Flowing
Sensual
Affection
Sharing
Tender
Patient
Intuitive
Water
Slow
Sensitive

YANG
Masculine
Linear
Structured
Protective
Sun
Light
Yang
Giving
Right side of body
Freedom
Direction
Logical
Focused
Stable
Independent
Disciplined
Confident
Aware
Fire
Fast
Hard