| The Men's Center Board appreciates the volunteer presenters who return from time to time and welcome first timers. Their presentations add a new dimension to our weekly Wednesday night gatherings.
Please take time to read the descriptions and plan to attend if they stimulate your interest. Bring a friend to share the experience and acquaint him/her with the Men's Center. Each presentation is intended to promote personal growth, stimulate your interest in a topic, and to give you an opportunity to interact with other attendees. We are always looking for new presenters and topics. Please call Randy at The Men's Center, 612-822-5892 with your ideas and names. We appreciate your help. |
Presentations are the sole responsibility of the presenter(s). The Men's Center does not endorse, takes no specific position, nor does it hold any opinion on the presentations, or of any information imparted, or of the presenter(s) themselves.
The Men's Center is a RESOURCE for the community, a clearing house for information of all kinds, agreeable or not, to one's beliefs. Listen, participate and make your own decisions. All groups meet at TMC, 3249 Hennepin Ave. So, Suite 55, unless otherwise noted. These low cost presentations are shown in the Calendar of Events and a more extensive description follows. No pre-registration is needed; entrance fees collected at the door are:
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New Developments in Understanding Relationships
Presenter: Jim Duffy
When: Wed., Feb. 4, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men and Women
There has been a lot of exciting and valuable research published in recent years on the subject of behaviors that help or hinder success in intimate relationships. From scientific researchers such as John Gorman and Neil Jacobson to psychiatric authors such as Bernard Apellbaum and Ellen Wachtel, these recent results are both immensely practical and profoundly fascinating in what they teach us about human nature. Come and hear a summary presentation of some of the recent research and learn more about how you can study in depth the new developments in understanding of intimate human relationships.
Jim Duffy is a writer and freelance researcher in a wide variety of areas of the human studies. He is a humanist, educator and consultant whose popular presentation and many subjects at the The Men's Center have been well received as both interesting and useful as well as often controversial.
Sexual Trauma
Presenter: John Bullough
When: Wed. Feb. 11, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to men only
Sexual Trauma, from a single incident to ongoing abuse, affects a manÕs life in many different areas: from self esteem, sexual behavior and work performance, to impairment in establishing and maintaining intimate relationships. This workshop is designed to be interactive in discussing the impact that sexual trauma has had on your (or a partnerÕs life). We will talk about strategies to aid in the healing process.
John Bullough, LICSW, is a psychotherapist at the Neighborhood Involvement Program specializing in sexual trauma recovery. He practices in two NIP and NIP Therapy Associates. John is a previous presenter at the MenÕs Center.
A Circle of Warriors
Presenters: Andy Miller & Andy Mickel
When: Wed., Feb. 18, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
The ManKind Project is an organization of men working together to improve their lives and help other men. As New Warriors "We are an order of men called to reclaim the sacred masculine provides a model for men to generate and maintain a world in such a way as to include and yet rise above one's own issues for the betterment of one's self, one's own family, tribe, nation and race.
We are all familiar with a man's physical tools (a hammer, a sword, a plow,...) Is this enough? What about integrity, commitment, action and clarity? I know that most men want and need these tools. The New Warrior Training Adventure can help. Join a circle of warriors to ask questions and hear how the adventure has changed men's lives.
The initiation of men is the hope of the world. - Don Jones, former chairman, ManKind Project.
Learning from International Friendship Customs
Presenter: David White
When: Wed. Feb. 25, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men and Women
People from non-Anglo cultures attach greater significance to friendship than many Americans do ---- and straight guys hold hands with each other too! In this workshop you will learn about customs of affection, emotional expressiveness, loyalty, and economic sharing in other times and places. Then, we will explore practical ways to have more intense friendships here in America.
Dave White has moderated the website www.celebratefriendship.org for three years. During the day he works as a network administrator at a local family violence prevention agency.
Wrightsworth
Presenter: William Wright
When: Wed. Mar. 3, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
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Yoga Class
Presenter: John Fleetham
When: Wed. Mar. 10, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Introductory yoga class: Work on movement and alignment, sun salutations and basic yoga poses for a challenging workout. No previous yoga experience required. Poses can be modified in the case of injuries or weakness. All are welcome to attend.
John Fleetham practices and teaches Iyengar and Ashtanga yoga. He completed a ten-month apprenticeship with Senior Iyengar teacher Nicky Knoff and was certified to teach by her. He currently teaches for the Yoga Center of Mpls, the Jewish Community Center and The University Club of St. Paul.
Wellness and Recovery Skills for Daily Life
Presenter: Tona Willand
When: Wed. Mar. 17, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men and Women
Tona Willand's presentation will center on the following:
I. Mental health, wellness and balanced living
II. Recovery skills to promote mental and emotional health
a. Identify thought or behavior patterns that detract from emotional/mental health.
b. Replacing thought or behavior patterns and coping skills that aren't working or functioning as you mean to or need them to.
c. Identifying goals and lifestyle solutions to support your mental health and wellness.
There will be opportunities for interaction and questions.
Tona Willand, MSW, is a psychotherapist in St. Louis Park, specializing in mental health, chemical health and relationship counseling. Her internet site features numerous psycho-educational resource links to support mental health and wellness, located at www.tonawilland.com/
A Circle of Warriors
Presenters: Andy Mickel & Andy Miller
When: Wed. Mar. 24, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
The ManKind Project is an organization of men working together to improve their lives and help other men. As New Warriors "We are an order of men called to reclaim the sacred masculine provides a model for men to generate and maintain a world in such a way as to include and yet rise above one's own issues for the betterment of one's self, one's own family, tribe, nation and race.
We are all familiar with a man's physical tools (a hammer, a sword, a plow,...) Is this enough? What about integrity, commitment, action and clarity? I know that most men want and need these tools. The New Warrior Training Adventure can help. Join a circle of warriors to ask questions and hear how the adventure has changed men's lives.
The initiation of men is the hope of the world. - Don Jones, former chairman, ManKind Project.
The Mental Stress Epidemic – Effective Coping in a Post 9/11 World
Presenter: Joseph Carr
When: Wed. Mar. 25, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men and Women
Good health is more then the absence of illness. It is peak physical, chemical and emotional health that acknowledges the importance and connection of mind/body relationships. Join us in learning how to increase your ability to constructively adapt to stress, so that it can work for you, make you productive and insure your future health.
Dr. Joseph Carr has been a practicing chiropractor in the Twin Cities for the last 20 years, and speaks regularly to help people make positive changes in their life.
A Circle of Warriors
Presenters: Andy Mickel & Andy Miller
When: Wed. April 7, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
The ManKind Project is an organization of men working together to improve their lives and help other men. As New Warriors "We are an order of men called to reclaim the sacred masculine provides a model for men to generate and maintain a world in such a way as to include and yet rise above one's own issues for the betterment of one's self, one's own family, tribe, nation and race.
We are all familiar with a man's physical tools (a hammer, a sword, a plow,...) Is this enough? What about integrity, commitment, action and clarity? I know that most men want and need these tools. The New Warrior Training Adventure can help. Join a circle of warriors to ask questions and hear how the adventure has changed men's lives.
The initiation of men is the hope of the world. - Don Jones, former chairman, ManKind Project.
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