How to Help a Young Man
How to Help a Young Man A woman on our newsletter list asked me how she could help her 19-year-old son “turn into a good man.” Here is my response: My best recommendation is to have him be around mature men. It could be a dad, teachers, coaches, uncles, mentors…. Here are some other resources: […]
The Secret to Universal Growth: MELD’s Principles for Lasting Change
The Secret to Universal Growth: MELD’s Principles for Lasting Change What Are You Missing? You feel it every day. That subtle tension between achieving more and feeling fulfilled. You are working harder, leveraging every tool and technique for success, yet something essential remains just out of reach. Like trying to see your own eyes without […]
Why Individual Growth Isn’t Enough: The Evolutionary Shift to Communal Growth
Why Individual Growth Isn’t Enough: The Evolutionary Shift to Communal Growth The Reconnection: Reclaiming Our Ancestral Roots Imagine a moment when human connection was not a luxury but a fundamental survival skill. When “community” wasn’t a buzzword, but the very fabric of existence. This is the story of how we lost that connection — and […]
What Are We Missing So Much that We Don’t Know We Are — And Why It Is So Critical – part 1
What Are We Missing So Much that We Don’t Know We Are — And Why It Is So Critical – part 1 Part 1: The Forgotten Wisdom of the Body: Understanding Somatic Education and Our Historical Disconnection What is Somatic Education? Imagine a practice that helps you truly understand the conversation happening between your body […]
How Play and Connection Drive Personal Growth and Transformation
How Play and Connection Drive Personal Growth and Transformation At the heart of personal growth lies a potent duo that can significantly transform our experiences and perspectives: connection and play. While these elements might seem simple at first glance, their impact on our development is profound, offering pathways to unlock our potential and foster substantial […]
The Friendship Crisis Men Don’t Talk About
The Friendship Crisis Men Don’t Talk About As I have become older and continue to speak with more men and study the research, a stark reality has become clear: we are losing friends, and it is not a biological inevitability — it is a social phenomenon. Consider the profound friendship between Abraham Lincoln and Joshua […]
The Power of Connection: How Men’s Groups Enhance Relational Skills
The Power of Connection: How Men’s Groups Enhance Relational Skills We recognize the profound impact that structured men’s groups (also group therapy) and peer-to-peer interactions have on personal growth and healing. Inspired by the successful therapeutic community (TC) model[i], MELD men’s groups offer a space where participants can develop the relational skills that may have […]
Who Do You Laugh At?
Who Do You Laugh At? Laughter can be a powerful tool for connection, a harmless joke, or a shield we use to protect our vulnerabilities. In Adam Grant’s insightful book Think Again, he presents a compelling look at how the target of our laughter often mirrors our deepest insecurities and our personal sense of security. […]
Overcoming Mid-life Career Stagnation — Strategies for Emotional Resilience
Overcoming Mid-life Career Stagnation — Strategies for Emotional Resilience Overcoming Mid-life Career Stagnation — Strategies for Emotional Resilience The Challenge of Mid-life Stagnation In the lives of many professionals, particularly men aged 40-55, mid-life brings a unique set of emotional and career challenges. While career success might peak, personal fulfillment often wanes, creating a sense […]
Reimagining Social Connection in an Age of Disconnection
The Hidden Costs of Outdated Models: Reimagining Social Connection in an Age of Disconnection We find ourselves at a crucial intersection where traditional narratives about social challenges – particularly those facing men – have become inadequate and potentially counterproductive. The rising rates of loneliness, depression, and suicide among men aren’t just men’s issues – they’re […]
