Men, Sexuality, And Aging
Presenter: William Cox
When Wed. April 6, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men Only

Our identity as men is inextricably bound to our sexuality. As we age there are expected and unexpected changes in our sexual functioning. What meaning and new possibilities do these changes offer in our elder years? This workshop will involve information, readings, reflection and sharing as we explore Sexuality and Aging. You will help create the agenda.

William was a member of the founding Board of Directors of The Men s Center in 1976. He is a member of the Community Faculty of Metropolitan State University and for the past twenty years has offered an independent study course, The American Male. In his retirement he is a Life Transition Coach and leads seminars on ÒFrom Age-ing To Sage-in: A New Vision of Growing Older!Ó In his previous lives he has been an United Methodist Minister, a counselor, and an organizational consultant.

A Circle of Warriors
Presenter: Andy Mickel
When: Wed, Apr. 13, 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 adventure has changed men s lives.

The initiation of men is the hope of the world. - Don Jones, former chairman, ManKind Project.

Authentic Meditation: Meditation for Ordinary People
Presenter: Jay Maasch
When: Wed, Apr. 20, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men and Women

Do you need to go to India to learn to meditate? NO! Can you be a good Christian or even a good atheist and meditate? YES!! Can you reap major benefits in 15-30 minutes per day? YES!!! In this presentation we will discuss what meditation is, what it is not,  and HOW IT BENEFITS YOU!! Meditation naturally restores balance and harmony in the body and mind, and academic studies verify it’s power to REDUCE STRESS and LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE. You will learn about Authentic Meditation, a simple, easy-to-learn technique that is not affiliated with any religion or formal philosophy. After discussion we will do a short practice meditation to give you a feel for what meditation is like, followed by a question/answer/sharing period.

Jay Maasch is a certified teacher of Authentic Meditation, A student in the Therapeutic Coaching Program of the Meta Institute, and a New Warrior in the Mankind Project. His evolving mission is to support people in discovering and developing their own spirituality and personal growth.

No Presentation
When: Wed, Apr. 27, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Issues Relating to Divorce
Presenter: Kelley Lorix
When: Wed, May 4, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men and Women

Kelley's presentation will include how to prepare financially and strategically for divorce, child support, spousal maintenance, custody and visitation – what the options are and how it will affect support, property – what happens to the house, pensions and other items acquired during the marriage. This session will include question and answer session geared — helping you with the exact problems you may be faced with in your lives.

A private practice attorney, Kelley Lorix has better than fourteen years in state courts throughout Minnesota litigating, arbitrating and mediating the issues of concern to all of us as we go through divorce. Kelley has presented numerous times at the Men's Center.

A Circle of Warriors
Presenter: Andy Mickel
When: Wed, May 11, 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 adventure has changed men s lives.

The initiation of men is the hope of the world. - Don Jones, former chairman, ManKind Project.

How to Recognize & Resist the Many Social Pressures to Feel Crazy: Part II
Presenter: Jim Duffy
When: Wed, May 18, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Jim's first talk on this subject was so successful that many participants asked for Part II, in which Jim further discusses many social pressures our society places on us to become self-hating. There are so many ways society tries to make us feel crazy and bad about ourselves. Learn at this seminar about more social pressures to use poor judgment (i.e., to feel crazy) and to falsely believe we are ever unworthy human beings (to feel self-hatred).

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 presentations on many subjects at The Men's Center have been well received as both interesting and useful as well as controversial.

Transforming Difficult Emotions
Presenter: Brent Jiku Derowitsch
When: Wed, May 25, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men and Women

Brent will give an introduction to a five-step meditation for transforming difficult emotions.  We can become stuck in our negative emotions.  When stuck in anger or hurt our capacity to appreciate the moment and to connect with others is hindered.  However, if we turn away from difficult feelings, we reject the truth of this moment and create more suffering.  A negative emotion will persist until we thoroughly receive it.  Healing begins with taking radical responsibility for our heart.

Brent Jiku Derowitsch is a senior student at Clouds in Water Zen Center.

The Gifts of ADD
Presenter: Scott Lewis
When: Wed, Jun. 1, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to ADD adults (men and women) and those who live and work with them.

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is not about a deficit or a disorder, nor is it an issue only for children. It is more about an inconsistency in attention, rather than a deficit. Plus, the challenges of ADD can continue into adulthood, along with the old messages of being lazy, crazy, or stupid. Although ADD is generally seen as a hardship, there are also wonderful advantages. These include high energy, intuitiveness, and creativity. Join us to take a look at these gifts ADD can offer. Through interactive discussion and small group work, we will explore these benefits, share practical how-tos and offer moral support to enjoy life with ADD.

Scott Lewis coaches high functioning adults with Attention Deficit Disorder to enjoy their life and see ADD as a gift. He is certified by the Coaches Training Institute as a Professional Co-Active Coach. In his practice, he shares a passion for Nonviolent Communication® and Gremlin Taming®, which promote compassionate and powerful relationships without self-imposed limitations. Scott has a Master’s degree in Social Work and lives full-time in an RV, while coaching and traveling in North America.