Authentic Relating Men's Circle

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Authentic Relating Men's Circle is an opportunity for men to be their authentic selves in a confidential, nonjudgemental, and supportive environment. In our society, it is often be hard for men to express their emotions and tell their stories. Men's Circle supports intentional relating for the purpose of personal growth and collective transformation. By practicing self-awareness, empathy, and compassion, we empower each other to bring these qualities to our relationships, families, workplaces, and society as a whole. Join us in being open hearted as we explore our joys, challenges, and longings as men.

What Is Authentic Relating?
Authentic is being real, honest, revealed, and transparent, allowing others to see, hear, and know our inner world. Relating is welcoming the other person's authentic self and weaving their reality and experience with our own. Authenticity and vulnerability are possible in an environment absent of judgement where we are confident that we will be received with openness, empathy, and compassion. Authentic Relating is about intentionally creating a space of equity, belonging, and inclusion.
In a world where we often wear a mask, presenting some aspects of ourselves and hiding others in order to be accepted, Authentic Relating invites us to show up as we are. All parts, dimensions, emotions, and aspects that make us human are welcome in this practice. When we share from our authentic selves, we create the opportunity for genuine connections and self-understanding. The result is often moving and therapeutic.

OTHER DETAILS
This event is open to men identifying individuals. All ages (18+), abilities, and sexual orientations welcome!
Snacks will be provided and feel free to bring your own.
Please arrive early so that we can start on time. Late arrivals jeopardize the emotional safety and flow of the event.
While this event is therapeautic it is not a replacement for individual therapy. If you have serious mental health issues please consult a professional.

TESTIMONIALS
"Most social events are like fast food--stimulating but insubstantial. Authentic Relating feels like a carefully crafted and nutritious meal, made with love for you."
"Clara is a warm and engaging facilitator who makes everyone feel welcome and comfortable to be their authentic selves."

### ABOUT THE ORGANIZER

Clara Fang is the founder of Green Tara Consulting, a consulting firm that specializes in diversity, equity, and belonging. She has been working at the intersection of climate advocacy and racial justice for twenty years. She is an experienced facilitator of authentic relating, meditation, and ecstatic dance. She lives in Germantown, MD. bio.site/cfang

To learn more about my approach to creating inclusive social gatherings, please read Creating Equitable and Inclusive Social Gatherings https://greentaraconsulting.com/blog/authentic-relating-update

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