sacred sons

In this episode we’ll explore how to start, structure and maintain a successful men’s group (even if you’ve never been in one before). I’ve personally been in men’s groups for over 10 years, and they’ve improved literally every area of my life.

In addition to learning how to start a group of your own, you'll also hear personal stories from my experiences in men's groups, and you'll hear from a good friend of mine named Nathan who’s actually in my personal men’s group too. Nathan just started a second men's group, and his story is helpful and inspiring because it shows just how easy it can be to start one.

This episode is a recording of the “How to Start a Men’s Group” workshop I led a month ago over Zoom. The recording turned out so well I decided to turn it into a full podcast episode. There's a lot in this episode, so if you're someone who likes to see things written out in nicely structured ways, check out the guide I created below:

GUIDE: HOW TO START A MEN’S GROUP
To get the structured outline of what we talked about in this episode, you can visit my website here: Guide to Starting a Men's Group

Thank you friend! I hope this episode deeply serves your life.

-Taylor


EPISODE TIMES & TOPICS:
08:30 Why just having male friends is not enough
11:01 Problematic views of masculinity & men’s groups
18:15 Story: the first time Taylor went to a men’s group
26:00 How to start & structure a men’s group
29:19 The structure of Taylors men’s group
34:58 Taylor welcomes guest: Nathan Morrison
41:49 Nathan seeing a man cry in a men’s group
46:41 How men’s groups can help your romantic relationship
52:51 Without men’s groups, what problems arise?
55:00 The power of physical contact with men
1:01:41 Emotions don’t need to be “fixed”
1:07:28 Q&A


CONNECT WITH TAYLOR

• Taylor’s Website
• Taylor’s Instagram
• Taylor’s Youtube Channel
• The Orgasmic Mastery Course
• How to Start a Men’s Group (Episode Outline & Guide)

Summary: We met Jason on our recent Guatemala retreats. Today, Jason shares his story of remembering traumatic events in his childhood when he was 30, stepping out of a disempowering marriage and how he found healing and medicine in asking for help and embracing his masculinity.

Mentioned on this episode:

• Connect with Jason Blackowiak
• Wild Within's Oregon: Awaken (May 5 - 9)
• Sacred Sons
• Jason's coach
• Iron John: A Book About Men by Robert Bly
• Brené Brown
• Kahlil Gibran

Upcoming Events & Offerings:

• March 5: Virtual Book Club: The Archetype of Initiation (free to join)
• March 29 - 31: Kambo inoculation (Molalla, OR)
• April  15-17: Kambo Facilitator Training (Greater Portland, OR Area)
• April 29 - May 1: Women's Gathering in Washington (free to join, location TBD)
• May 5-9: Wild Within Oregon: Awaken
• May 10-12: Kambo Inoculation in Oregon (location TBD)
• July 5-12: Wild Within Yosemite: Initiation
• July 19-26: Wild Within Yosemite: Warrior

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Credits:

• Intro music: "Complicate ya" by Otis McDonald
• Outro music: "Running with wise fools" written & performed by Krackatoa (www.krackatoa.com)
• Podcast photo taken by Celeste during Wild Within's recent Guatemala retreat

My guest today is Aubert Bastiat – who is the co-founder of Sacred Sons, a global brotherhood that facilitates gatherings, workshops, and trainings focused on helping men discover a healthy connection to their masculinity.

It has always struck me that substance abuse goes hand-in-hand with unhealthy – or what is often termed “toxic” - masculinity. Alcohol especially can enable a three-dimensional caricature of what it means to “be a man”- aggressive, violent, sexually entitled – that causes so much harm in the world, and I knew that Aubert – who has a background of addiction and recovery would be the perfect person to speak to this.

Our conversation goes to some deep, vulnerable, and incredibly inspiring places. In the episode we discuss:

-Discovering substances as a teen growing up in a deeply dysfunctional home

-How our “emotional inheritance” can manifest in self-destructive behaviors

-The impact of having an absent father on his sense of self as a masculine being

-The “magical awakening” that led to him finally getting sober

-Why spirituality is an essential component of recovery – and why organized religion is another form of patriarchy 

-The definition of a “sober masculinity”: responsible, mature, emotionally intelligent, and protective

-Seeking personal power vs. power over others

-Gravitating towards men’s consciousness raising work as part of his own journey of self-discovery

-What we are really seeking when we reach for alcohol and other drugs

-The concept of brotherhood and reclaiming the word “bro”

-What he plans to teach his sons about alcohol and other substances

Learn more about Aubert and Sacred Sons HERE and follow along on Instagram @aubertbastiat and @sacredsons

In our final episode of season 1, Tara & Tandia talk with Graeme from Sacred Sons.  The Sacred Sons are a group that help men grow and awaken to their true power through circles, workshops, retreats, and online courses.    In our conversation, we talk about what it means to be a male feminist, why its important men find a space to share and connect with other men, the importance of modelling behaviour and what a culture of consent could look like with the male perspective.   

For more information on this group please check out https://www.sacredsons.com 

After our conversation with Graeme, we reflect on the past month and our key takeaways from Sexual Violence Awareness Month.   

For Tandia it was that it’s never too early to teach consent, “no” is a full answer, and the importance of setting personal boundaries.  For Tara it was the importance of modelling this behaviour, calling it out when we see consent not being respected in the media and the impact of practicing everyday consent in daily life.   

We are thrilled with the response to our first season and look forward to another in the near future.  If you have ideas or would like to collaborate with us please reach out.   We can be reached through our website www.harmonyproject.ca  

The Harmony Project’s diverse stakeholders through expertise and experience are working together to end sexualized violence in the Bow Valley.  The Harmony Project is funded by the Ministry of Community and Social Services on behalf of the Government of Alberta. 

For more information please check out harmonyproject.ca

Today's guest is Anton Mackey (@SovereignYogiDad) to discuss the power of radical ownership and choice, how the practice of yoga and self-study has shaped his life, and why 'ego' often gets a bad rap...

Anton is a soulful & experienced vinyasa yoga teacher who has been teaching yoga for over 10 years in the valley. He has his degree in Exercise Science & Kinesiology which lends to his extensive knowledge in yoga anatomy. 

He leads yoga teacher trainings, teaches at yoga festivals, and leads yoga retreats with his wife (and kids) all around the world. 

His class inspires students to expand their awareness and feel empowered, connected, & whole. 

Please enjoy this wide-ranging discussion with the one and only, Anton Mackey.

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