Twin Cities Men's Center - Men's Resources - Support Groups - Workshops - Anger Management

Mon. Oct. 12th, 7 pm — Don’t Be Afraid of Your Shadow

Summary: We all have ugly thoughts, negative emotions, and other unwanted parts of ourselves that we try hard to keep hidden away. But our 'dark sides' deserve to be brought into the light. Learn how embracing your shadow can help you overcome shame, increase self-awareness, and deepen connection with others.

Presenter: Alexandra Smith, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor turntowardscounseling.com

1.5 hours $30 Location: SSP Co-Op Business Center

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Th. Oct. 15th, 7 pm — How Ritual Cultivates Healthy Masculinity

Summary: Ritual-based initiation can be the antidote to unhealthy masculinity. While discussing the toxicity of the manosphere, technology and emotional disconnect, this workshop will introduce how ritual produces measurable physical change, and how which practice works depends on the man and who accompanies him on his journey. The Wired Ape and Ritual OS runs a live working format drawn from more than 1,700 documented rituals. Participants practice, measure what shifts, and see the reasoning behind the match. Sean McLoughlin co-holds the room and closes with Q&A.

Presenter: The Wired Ape, Sarah McCord Jamwal and Vish Jamwal thewiredape.com

2 hours $35 Location: SSP Co-Op Business Center

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Sat. Oct. 17th, 9 am — Grounded Within: Nervous System Reset for Resilience & Connection

Summary: Descend into deep regulation. In an environment of an immersive crystal singing bowl sound bath, this workshop blends gentle movement, breathwork, and a practical education on the logistics of your nervous system. Participants will leave with simple practical tools to better manage stress, build resilience, and strengthen connection with themselves and those around them.

Presenters: Mariah Hartman of moonshinehealing.com
and Brian Priebe of soundhealingmn.com

2.5 hours $40 Location: TBD

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Sat. Oct 17th, 3 pm — A Blueprint for Living Stronger: 4 Pillars for Body, Mind & Spirit

Summary: As the Twin Cities Men's Center celebrates 50 years of helping men grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually, join Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and frequent TCMC presenter Terri Rahman, CSW, INHC, for an engaging exploration of the gut/brain connection—and how the choices we make every day can influence our energy, clarity, resilience, and overall well-being. Terri will simplify healthy living in four practical pillars.

• Nourishment – Fuel your gut and brain with real, whole foods that support energy, mental clarity, and healthy aging.
• Movement – Discover how everyday movement supports your brain, mood, strength, metabolism, and longevity.
• Restoration – Learn why quality sleep and managing stress are essential for helping your body and brain recover and function at their best.
• Connection – Explore how relationships, community, purpose, and meaningful connection contribute to both emotional and physical well-being.

Most importantly, this will go beyond simply knowing what to do. Terri will help you identify detailed realistic changes you can actually put into practice.

Presenter: Terri Rahman, CSW, INHC territotalhealth.com

1 hr $25 Location: Online and at TCMC

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Th. Oct. 22nd, 7 pm —The Dragon Training & Mature Masculinity

Summary: Riding the Dragon: Breaking Free from the Path of Domination to the Path of Beauty Explore what becomes possible when we break free from conditioning that has become so familiar it feels like reality itself. Drawing from the philosophy of The Dragon Training, David and Brett will explore the evolutionary force that drives us to survive, the ways that force can become entangled with domination and self-violence, and the possibility of channeling that same life force toward courage, authenticity, love, and beauty.

David Kaar, often called the fourth founder of the ManKind Project and the creator of The Dragon Training, has spent decades guiding thousands of people through transformational experiences designed to awaken courage, leadership, authenticity, and purpose. Brett Benson is a transformational coach whose work draws on Shadow Work, the ManKind Project, Ecstatic Intimacy, Tantra, Holotropic Breathwork, and other modalities, as well as lessons from his own 17-month walkabout across the country.

Presenters: David Kaar and Brett Benson thedragontraining.com

2 hours $35 Location: SSP Co-Op Business Center

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Sat. Oct 24th, 6-8 pm in the evening —Inikagapi aka “Sweat Lodge”

Summary: Inipi/Inikagapi) commonly known as sweat lodge ceremony. This ritual/ceremony is often compared to a sauna and/or steam room. Bring a change of clothes and a towel. We are privileged to offer to our members the opportunity to experience a Dakota Inikagapi sweat lodge ceremony, facilitated by a member of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, on their reservation in Scott County, MN. There are 15-30 spots available. Groups may have to be split based on number of attendees, so sign up now.

Presenter: David Pickit, member of SMSC, and Anger Management facilitator at TCMC

2 hours $0 (no charge, no donations accepted) Location: Scott County, near Mystic Lake

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