Authentic Masculinity: For Men Wanting Stronger Relationships

Each week, we’ll focus on a key attribute of masculinity that has been distorted in conventional culture. Through conversation, we’ll sort through the messages we’ve received throughout our lifetimes—from family, romantic partners, media, and society at large—that have created false notions of what it means to be a man.

We’ll unpack how these false messages have negatively affected our relationships—with ourselves, each other, and our romantic partners. Then we’ll explore how to recover the essential qualities of authentic masculinity we need in order to flourish in our relationships, in our work, and in the world.

Despite wide recognition of how “toxic masculinity” damages relationships, many men still find ourselves stuck. We correctly sense that being a man has value in relationships, but we have far more models of what not to do than ideas of what to do instead.

Without an authentic vision of masculinity, it’s difficult to create a positive vision for how to fully embrace your manhood. This six week group is designed to help you navigate common issues men experience in relationships with others, especially intimate relationships with romantic partners, as well as friendships, professional relationships, and your relationship with yourself.

Research shows that the traditional ways boys are raised limit our ability as adults to forge strong relationships with others. The limitations we inherit from culture and family end up resulting in difficulty forming satisfying, connected relationships in adulthood. Difficulty shows up in intimate relationships as chronic dissatisfaction, a sense of disconnection and alienation, and ongoing conflict with a partner. It affects our friendships as well, because most of us never learn how to build real, honest friendships with other men.

Here, we’re all in it together. This is a judgment free zone and no one’s going to tell you how to embody and express your masculinity. Authentic Masculinity means developing your own definition of what it means to be a man. Within the supportive context of the group, you’ll identify your own values and chart your own course to being the kind of man you want to be.

Sharing our experiences allows us to feel seen, heard, appreciated, and understood. This is a vital part of creating change in our lives. Being with others within the safety of a small group breaks the sense of isolation and silence that traps too many men. With the support of others who share your values and desires, you’ll gain insight into the small but meaningful changes you can make to transform the quality of your relationships.

Our cultural approaches to raising boys into men are the reason why male loneliness and depression had become leading social problems even before the pandemic.

Fortunately, these learned limitations on relationships can be unlearned. More rewarding relationships are possible. Experience them in this group, and in your life.

*Cancellation Policy: Cancellation with full refund available by request until 7 days before the start of the group. At this point, if something comes up and you cannot participate in the group, you’ll receive credit which you can use to attend a future group.