Men Moving beyond the Old Models
by Owen Marcus Growing up, men are usually trained by women on how to be emotional – women filled in for the male role models who weren’t around. Now that we are grown, it’s time we learn how to be emotional in a masculine way. I recently wrote a post for the elephant journal called, Men—Stop Going to Women for All of your Emotional Support. In Stand by Your Man for Role/Reboot I write about how women can not only help the men they...
The Other Stocking – G.K. Chesterton
EDITORS NOTE from Boysen Hodgson: I heard the following story told at a Christmas Eve service in Sage Chapel on the campus of Cornell University, December 24, 2011. It was the first time my wife and I had ever attended a Christmas Eve service, and we went because my sister in law was a soloist in the choir (and she sang beautifully). The service was offered by the Unitarian Universalist Society of Ithaca, NY. Over 600 people in a...
Being Seen – An Essential Ingredient In The Recipe Of Love
A man who’s been in relationship for awhile happened to say, “She [his partner] really sees me.” After he shared that, another man in the group asked, “What does it mean to you guys to ‘be seen’?” What ensued was a close to 45-minute conversation about what “being seen” meant to various men in the […]
Take back your attention
Here is an excellent article by Tony Schwartz, CEO of The Energy Project, at Fast Company, entitled Take Back Your Attention. His main thesis, one that my readers know I subscribe to as well, is that the computer, with email, FaceBook, Google, and a plethora of other fun toys and semi-useful activities, can be a […]
What They See Is What They Think
When a customer enters your place of business, everything they see or don’t see sends a message. A lot has been written about Steve Jobs’ focus on design and simplicity in this past week since his death. Jobs intuitively understood the power of design to send a message and evoke a feeling. This […]
Documentary Film-maker Frederick Marx interviewed on ABC Radio Australia
Frederick Marx, widely known for his films “Hoop Dreams”, “Boys become Men?”, and “Journey from Zanskar” was recently a featured guest on “the Spirit of Things” radio program in Australia. You can read the full transcript of the interview on the web site. Frederick shares some great insights about the the work of the ManKind Project in helping men find the skills to live more successful...
Glenn Barker – MKP Chicago on Public Perspective TV
From Glenn Barker MKP Chicago Center Director A Journey into Leadership I was invited for an interview as Executive Director of ManKind Project Chicago recently on the show “Public Perspective” with Kevin McDermott. The show hits 57 area cities on Comcast Cable and will be broadcast twice in January 2012. My first time on camera, no edits, 30 min, straight to tape, no script, and a great story to tell. For years, my forte...
Justin Hunt; ABSENT, a new documentary about Fatherhood
by Boysen Hodgson Target; this movie, as Justin Hunt says, is targeted to men. And often it is women who ‘get’ the film. Energy embodied; informational, emotional, invitational Empowering intent; To present a simple thesis … ‘the father is the first human being in a child’s life who either chooses them, or not …’ and the choice, intended or unintended, has consequences. Primary archetypes; the...
Leaving it Better – MKP San Diego
A common saying during any ManKind Project event is “Let’s leave it better than we found it.” This applies not only to the sites across the world that we rent for our trainings, but also the relationships between MKP men and the communities and people we meet. Often there will be 60-70 men on hand for a ManKind Project training event, and their impact will be noticed by local store clerks and restaurant owners, who...
Matthew Sloane; Tulie’s Garden ~ a book review
This is a book that I wish I could have given myself when I was 13, and 17, and 20, and 27 … and yesterday. It may not be a book that resonates for everyone, but I believe that many men, of any age, will see aspects of their own personal journey in these pages, hauntingly laid out in a form that walks the line between picture book and graphic novel.
Are You Willing To Be An Idiot For Love?
What’s your biggest fear, other than harm coming to someone you love? Is it being out of money? Is it being alone or unloved? Is it that people will find you you secretly read Mad Magazine in the john when no one’s looking? Failing? Odds are pretty high that your biggest (or one of the […]
Babies and children
Little babies and young children make the best mentors! Seasons change. Sons mentor fathers, grandfathers learn amazing things from Their grandsons! Uncles learn from their nephews and nieces The whole world of living is turned upside down Babies and young children — these are the heart changers. They wash the hearts Of their parents and grandparents. Babies and children make the best mentors They cleanse our hearts with the...
ROBED IN SILENCE
ROBED IN SILENCE, STAND IN STILLNESS REST WITHIN YOUR QUEST GROW IN THE RICH SOIL OF SACRED EMPTINESS BE HOLLOW BONE FOR SOUL TO FLOW EMPTIED OF SELF – SURRENDER TO GRACE A LIVING ALTAR OF THE HOLY ONE ALLOW CREATOR TO REST ON YOUR SOUL FLESH YOUR HEART ABLAZE – FIRED BY YOUR HARD WON CERTAINTY REST – KNOWING YOU ARE BLESSED! STEP NOW THROUGH THAT OPEN THRESHOLD DOOR CROSS OVER, FIND UNION EVER MORE DELIGHT ABOUNDS IN YOUR...
Healing Vets – the Welcome Home Project – 2011update
by Boysen Hodgson In February of 2010, I met Bill McMillan in CA when he won the Ron Hering Mission of service award for his work with his wife, Kim Shelton, on a documentary film called “The Welcome Home Project” featuring Michael Meade and 23 combat veterans and those close to them. Read the original article by Bill McMillan here: http://mankindprojectjournal.org/search/welcome+home The Welcome Home Project is still...
There Are Victims in the Penn State Tragedy, Not "Accusers"
At least one positive development has emerged from the Penn State sexual abuse scandal.
What is Your Brand Against?
Scott Goodson wrote a great article at Harvard Business Review entitled “What is Your Brand Against.” Great question, since that also helps you to clarify your values and priorities. Here is what my brand is against: 1> conformity and “fitting in” 2> trading your soul for “secure job” (it’s a false trade these days, anyway) […]
Who Are You, Anyway?
One of the most common complaints or issues that people share with me that they are struggling with is along the lines of “I don’t know what I want to do with my life,” followed closely by “I have no idea what my purpose is, and I feel like I’m just drifting through my life.” The economic times seem to be adding to the distress of that kind of question. People who are getting clear that they are not living a life that is congruent with who they really are often describe feeling trapped, particularly in their careers (and often in unhappy relationships where financial stability is seemingly at stake).
Under-promise & Over-deliver
Talk about a winning combination for customer satisfaction. Let’s face it, were all in the managing expectations business. It doesn’t matter how good your work is if someone expects more. It’s not good enough. It doesn’t matter how fast you can crank it out, if your client wanted it sooner. It wasn’t fast enough. […]
Pray Tell Me – a poem of remembrance
Where have all the children gone? And The Great Oaks and Mighty Sycamores too? The Seven Nation Iroquois told our early settler, white ancestors that before the whites Came to their land with their honed axes and four man chain saws That a squirrel could jump from tree to tree from the coast of the great Atlantic Ocean To the majestic Mississippi Without touching down on the ground! And the white-tailed deer gave their “sacred...
I’m Really Angry about Creepy Guys ~ Earl Hipp
Editors Note: This article is reprinted with permission from the Man-Making Blog, by Earl Hipp. Earl is a long time supporter of men’s work and of the work of Boys to Men – and organization that creates a safe place for boys aged 13-17 to build emotionally healthy mentoring relationships with men. I spoke with Earl on the morning this was published to gain a deeper insight into what men can do to create a new kind of...
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