Still, present, spacious, alive, pre-tingling nothingness is male essence and the source of our en-theos-asm, creativity and power.

Getting consciously present for the first time (rather than it just happening) is a blessing but can feel more like a curse as it becomes an elusive drug. Being present is a primary skill for us men – but as my first buddhist teacher said “It’s simple, but it ain’t easy”.

“You are not present!”

Men – if you are lucky enough to have an honest woman in your life you will have heard this often, and if you honest enough with yourself you will have said to yourself “I wasn’t present then” or “I’m not being present”

It’s not all bad though – we’ve all experienced being wholly totally present too – vulnerably, openly, softly, present or coldly, cleanly, incisively present. Present in stillness or at great speed, perhaps in sport, perhaps in lovemaking or in nature.

This weekend will give you many opportunities to stop the outside world, to practice and to be still and present,and to get underneath what stops you.  We will travel as fellow men, with appropriate authenticity, physicality including some Qigong, encouragement, sharing, challenge and meditations as we dive into stillness and see how actually simple it is to bring more of this into our daily lives long after our time together.

We will meet Secret Garden Women at the end of our time together. It will be a strong re-meeting I expect.  This time together is a preparation for going deeper at the Joyful Loving retreat in late May.

This weekend is new.  It builds on authenticity but is appropriate to anyone who is drawn. If you’ve benefited from our mens work in the past, come, or if needed ask to talk with me to find out more.

You can find out more about me and how life is seen here or in this blog post on honesty, or  these 2 posts on being  lover Part 1 and Part 2 or get in touch (text me on 07974 193782) to ask a question or arrange a chat.

The ancient fire is re-lit. Will you talk truth to fellow men in its embers this summer?

How would it be to live your life knowing you are deep down in integrity – not just able to get away with it by playing the game well, but actually knowing? – No ifs, no buts that you are clean inside.

How often have you experienced support from other men that cracked you open, floored you and made you feel a humble gratitude for their presence?

How hard is it to make space for yourself alone to look after what matters most to you – the space from which your creativity and passion flow?

Make space, show up and get support to be the most you can be

Limited places, book your place now.  This exploration is suitable for men of all sexual orientation, in or out of relationship. Come join us!

We ask for your careful co-operation with any health and safety protocols, so that all are comfortable.

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