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Personal Growth
Weekly and monthly small group
meetings offer an opportunity for men to reflect our lives and
experiences. We overcome the taboo against sharing our feelings with
each other about issues such as relationships, commitment, sexism, anger,
competition, male role models, fatherhood and so on. We explore the
various ways men have been conditioned to deny our feelings, to be
competitive, to feel compelled to live up to the stereotypes associated
with being "a real man." Because men hide common feelings of weakness,
fear, and inadequacy, we are burdened with inner doubt and
powerlessness. And if we could communicate these feelings in a healthy
way, and learn about how we use or misuse power then we would not resort
to controlling behaviors and violence.
"Man's inherent nature is to be curious, gentle,
intimate, responsible, enthusiastic, sensual, tolerant, courageous, honest, vulnerable,
affectionate, proud, spiritual, committed, wild, nurturing, peaceful,
helpful, intense, compassionate, happy, and to fully and safely express
all emotions.
"Man's inherent nature is to be curious, gentle,
intimate, responsible, enthusiastic, sensual, tolerant, courageous, honest, vulnerable,
affectionate, proud, spiritual, committed, wild, nurturing, peaceful,
helpful, intense, compassionate, happy, and to fully and safely express
all emotions.
When will we stop training him to be
otherwise?"-
Gordon Clay
This page contains issues and reflections on personal growth for
men exploring issues of change and responsibility. What are the
real doubts,
concerns and hopes of men. Under revision, pun intended, so check in again...
Nova Scotia Men Gather
For Men Who Want to End Their Abusive Behaviour
For Men Who are Victims of Family Violence
Ending Relationships
Exploring Self
Gender Issues
Health Topics
Positive Parenting
Other
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