★An internationally renowned actress and a famous director encountered each other on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival. The actress playfully remarked to the director, “Don’t you recognize me when I’m wearing pants?” In fact, the relationship between men and women is basically about sex! Should one wear or remove pants? How do physiological factors influence psychological interactions between the sexes? This book unveils all the subtle chemical changes involved.

★ This book explores the unspoken rules and nuances of "taking liberties" in relationships between men and women. In this tumultuous era of love and sexuality, it conveys that the philosophy governing both sexes is surprisingly straightforward! When engaging with your partner, do you often find yourself sighing: Why were men/women created when women/men already exist? Do you frequently ponder: What leads them to think in such a manner?

The distinction between men and women enriches our world with diversity. The slight chromosomal differences manifest in their physical structures and sexual characteristics. Beyond innate conditions, societal concepts and value judgments may significantly shape these distinctions.

Sexuality, love, marriage, and power have long been complexly intertwined issues affecting both genders. Wang Yijia—an expert in psychology and psychoanalysis who draws upon wisdom from literature, history, and philosophy across cultures—has penned 108 insightful essays addressing questions about gender relations throughout history: “Why is it difficult for women to speak honestly?” “Should men consider marriage?” “Who can be deemed a trustworthy good man?” “Why don’t lovers meet like Cinderella’s Prince Charming meets Snow White?” “Why do lovers like to make vows?” “Who is willing to marry for money?” “Who is more likely to have an affair?” Each article starts with examples, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of gender issues with a “bittersweet” mood. In this process of “joy and sorrow intertwined,” readers can dispel illusions, break free from misconceptions, broaden their horizons about the opposite sex and themselves, and face love, marriage, and life with a healthier attitude.

Wang Yijia

Chief Editor of "Healthy World" magazine, President of "Mind" magazine, and Director at Wild Goose Publishing House.

His literary contributions encompass over forty works such as "Intern Doctor's Notes," "Wormhole Letters," "Classical and Modern Insights," "Playing the Game of Life with Laozi," "Zhuangzi: Accompanying You Through Mundane Existence," "If You Misunderstand Human Nature: Success Always Remains One Step Away," "Applying Zen: A Life Summary on Sudden Enlightenment," “Who Extends the Invisible Hand?: The Mysteries of Chinese Destiny,” “In This World, What is Sex?,” “Emotions and Colors in Chinese Culture,” “The Second Lesson of Youth,” among others—including “I Ching 101: Contemporary Decoding of Cultural Gossip.” These works span diverse fields such as prose writing, interpretation of Chinese classics, psychology, cultural criticism, and scientific exposition; they seamlessly integrate intellectual rigor with emotional depth while bridging science with humanity.

It has been awarded as one of the top ten books of the year by the China Times' Open Book, the Book of the Year Recommended by the United Daily News' Reader, and one of the top ten books voted by Taiwanese college students. Many of his articles have been selected into the Chinese textbooks of junior high schools, senior high schools and colleges. His writing styles are diverse, combining education with entertainment and being concise and to the point. It endows classic works with a different perspective, allowing readers to read and interpret different worlds and lives.