Men’s Groups

  • Do you feel STUCK, that you have untapped potential, and are ready to “step it up” in your life?
  • Are you tired of living a mediocre life, and KNOW you could be playing a “bigger game” in your life?
  • Have you ever wished you had a circle of men who you met with regularly, who “had your back” and were committed to your greatness as a man?
  • Are you tired of the “lone ranger” experience of doing everything by yourself?
  • Do you feel that your interactions and conversations with your guy friends aren’t as fulfilling as they used to be?

Then a Men’s Circle might be a great resource for you.

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Evaluate the male friendships you have now. Why are you hanging out with the male friends you currently have? Is it based on proximity? Is it because he’s got a kid that’s the same age as yours? Or maybe you went to college together? They may be great guys, but do they challenge you to be your best? Look at your current support system. Do you always lean on your woman for support and advice? If so, this puts her in an awkward role. Quality male friends can and will have your back, so you can take your partner out of the support role. This will do wonders for your intimate relationship.

Imagine a group of men who:

  • Will help you feel free and safe to drop your “social mask” and GET REAL
  • Don’t buy the excuses you tell yourself to justify “playing small” in your life?
  • Compassionately “call you out” when you’re bullshitting yourself or others
  • Seek to integrate their heart, mind and balls in service of strong masculinity
  • Offer moral and emotional support through the challenges we all face as men (no pity parties, though)
  • Will be honest, direct and authentic about how they experience you
  • Will demand your best, and expect that you demand the best out of them
  • Will strengthen your relationships with ALL other men (which is CRITICAL for your success with women, btw)
  • Offer insightful feedback on your life situation and relationship with career, women, family, money, etc.
  • You can bring your biggest challenges to them, without being judged, shamed or ridiculed
  • Challenge you to “play a big game” in your life, take risks, face your fears and push your edges to help you grow as a man and as a human being – and expect the same of you

Some quick notes:

  • No, this is NOT a cult or religious group.  There is NO dogma here, all beliefs are welcome.
  • This is NOT a support group or therapy.
  • This is NOT recreation time (drinking beers and watching the game).
  • This is NOT some woo-woo, kumbaya, hippie drum circle.
  • This is NOT a multi-level marketing scam.  It’s FREE, and always will be.
  • And while we love the movie, this is NOT a “Fight Club”.
  • Sorry ladies, MEN ONLY.

This is about men supporting men in being the most powerful, authentic, open-hearted men they can be, and to give their deepest gifts to the world.

Where and when?
If you are interested in joining a future Washington, DC men’s circle, contact me here: http://www.jeffreyplatts.com/about/

Who can join?
All men are welcome: single, married, divorced, old, young. Diversity is a good thing. Serious inquiries only. And if you know of a guy that could be interested, spread the word!

Who is the organizer?
A D.C. based relating and life coach, blogger, and lifelong student of masculine/feminine dynamics, personal growth, relationships and psychology.  More info.

How to join
If you’re interested, please contact me here http://www.jeffreyplatts.com/about/ and answer ALL of the following questions.

  1. Why are you interested in joining a men’s circle?
  2. What value do you want to GET out of being in a men’s circle?
  3. What value are you willing to BRING to a men’s circle?
  4. Do you have any previous experience with men’s circles or men’s work?
  5. What is your availability in the evenings and weekends?
  6. Can you commit to 8 meetings, held every other week? (After 8 sessions the group will decide how to and if to continue.)

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“Women are terrific. But they can’t — and aren’t supposed to — satisfy our every need. That’s why we need men in our lives. And not just buddies to drink, watch sports or B.S. with. You need trusting relationships with men who will go the distance with you, challenge you when you’re in pain but denying it, who will hold you accountable to your commitments to be a better friend, husband and father, men who will risk their relationships with you in order to be honest, so you’ll do the same for them. These relationships, this support, will help you make amazing changes in your life and in your relationships.” – Wayne Levine

 

Listen to this podcast for more info:
What is a Men’s Group and Why Should You Care?
http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheNewMan/~5/h0d9r91MDI0/TNM083-MG101-TNML.mp3