What I learned from my Men’s Retreat
I have just come back from running a Men’s Retreat in the woods in Brandenburg near Berlin. It’s time to reflect, think about what I will take with me and put out the call for the next gathering. So what have I learned from the men who joined me?
What happens at a Men’s Initiation Ceremony?
While we still have meaningful rituals for other transitions – christening a baby to welcome it into the family, marriage ceremonies to celebrate the change from being single to a couple and funerals at the end of life – the journey from boy to man goes unmarked.
Personal Growth in Men’s Retreats
Men’s retreats have emerged as powerful spaces for personal growth and self-discovery. They offer a sanctuary for men to step away from the demands of daily life, reconnect with their inner selves, and explore their emotional and psychological landscapes.
The Father Wound
Fathers are traditionally figures of guidance, protection, and affirmation. When these roles are unfulfilled, it can leave scars that shape behaviour and emotional patterns into adulthood.
