A Grounded Start: An Honest Check-In for Men

This is a facilitated online men’s group focused on honest, grounded communication about what is actually happening in our lives.

The purpose of this first meeting is to create a clear, safe container and allow men to check in authentically—without pressure to perform, fix, advise, or present themselves in any particular way.

Men may speak about anything currently alive for them: physical challenges, emotional strain, relationships, work, health, recovery, purpose, anger, grief, isolation, or uncertainty. No topic is excluded as long as it is shared from personal experience and with respect for the group.

This is not a lecture, debate, or free-for-all discussion. The meeting is structured and facilitated so that each man has the opportunity to speak and be heard without interruption.

## What to Expect (Agenda)

The meeting will generally follow this flow:

• Opening and orientation
  A brief welcome and overview of the group structure, agreements, and intention for the space.
• Guided check-ins
  Each man will be invited to share what is present for him right now. Sharing is voluntary, and men are encouraged to speak honestly and concisely from their own experience.
• Facilitated containment
  The facilitator will help maintain pacing, clarity, and respect for the structure. There is no advice-giving, fixing, or cross-talk unless explicitly invited.
• Closing
  A short closing to help men transition out of the space grounded and oriented.

The emphasis is on presence, listening, and personal responsibility rather than solutions or analysis.

## What to Bring

• A quiet, private space where you can speak freely
• A stable internet connection and a device with camera and microphone
• Willingness to listen respectfully and speak from your own experience
• You do not need to prepare anything in advance
• You do not need to know what you will say

You are welcome to attend even if you feel unsure, tired, guarded, or unclear.

## Group Agreements (Brief)

• Confidentiality is expected. What is shared in the group stays in the group.
• Speak from your own experience rather than about others.
• No interrupting, fixing, or advising unless invited by the facilitator.
• Participation is voluntary; listening is equally valued.

These agreements exist to support safety and clarity, not control.

## Who This Is For

This group is open to men aged 18 and older, anywhere in the world.

It is suitable for:

• men new to men’s groups
• men with prior experience who value structure and maturity
• men wanting a place to speak honestly without burdening partners or friends
• men who want to practice grounded, direct communication

This group is not therapy or crisis intervention. If you are in immediate crisis or require medical or psychological care, please seek appropriate professional support.

## How to Join

This is an online meeting.
The video link will be provided to registered attendees before the event start time.

Please arrive on time. Entering late can be disruptive to the container.

## Final Note

January 1st can bring pressure to reinvent or resolve. This group offers something simpler and more honest: a place to start where you actually are.

You are welcome here as you are.
Just tell me what would be most useful.