Authentic manhood means a man lives his capacity for being real and truly himself. He sees and celebrates himself, life, the world, and others as unique, whole, and as a gift. He lives in an intentionally sincere way, and his actions align with his words when describing himself as a person and as a mature man
Many of us men have received and still perpetuate traditional and stereotypical male behaviors based on rigid gender expectations, norms, and values. These restrictive beliefs, expectations, and actions fuel and exacerbate profound injustices, inequalities, and suffering for ourselves and others. To an important extent, these issues arise and persist because men have lost their abiding connection with their authenticity, which naturally flows, in part, from their deep and integrated masculine self. Together, with specific and attentive social supports, we can and must create a more generative and sustainable way for all men to authentically thrive with others.
AMP events are intended to serve men who are at least 20 years old and who are coming from all socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. They may have attended men’s events in the past. In general, these men are fringe thinkers and cultural creatives who want more from life than what a typical / traditional / stereotypical adult male life offers. They want to make this world a better place and be active stewards to help bring it about. They have insight into some of their own unconscious shadow material as well as their psychological wounds and unique gifts.
These men have done forms of inner work like psychotherapy, dream work, journaling, self–exploration. Most of these men have been in men’s groups before, (or at least tried them for a while). Many of them have been to sweat lodges, group meditations, drum gatherings, or some insight-based growth work. These men are typically willing to bend rules to find something worth experiencing, and thus, worth providing for others. Additionally, these men probably meditate, attend churches; communities of worship; spiritual groups, or are seekers of spirit connection in some ways.
These events are created primarily for men who desire to live more authentically, more wholeheartedly, and who chose a life that feels more mature, genuine, joyous, and connected. Men like this want to grow, evolve, and have sterling relationships with people of many ages. Men like this want to experience a sense of meaning that might translate into a legacy after they die. Men of this quality of character are willing to invest in inner and outer efforts that bring transformation, healing, and more wholeness for self, for loved ones, and for others in general.
When you attend, befriend, and practice the teachings offered in AMP events, you will find that your life becomes easier, more enjoyable, and that relationships feel more enriched & engaged. You will also experience a resonant sense of validation that your purpose for life feels accurate. Because of this, deeper personal meaning for life feels more vibrant. This is not to say that life’s challenges will go away, or that they will be necessarily easier. Like a seasoned, skilled, and confident warrior facing an opponent, you will notice that you have more clarity, decisiveness, courage, and tenacity to stand up to greater challenges because of your AMP work.
You can find more information on the curriculum structure, content areas, schedule, pricing, goals, and objectives at the links below.