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AWAKE Men’s Group

What AWAKE Men’s Group is all about

Most men are operating from a pre-determined set of cultural personality traits, roles, and ways of being. These roles are embedded as a child and young men. We wear this mask and play these roles - often well - until we realize our cultural norms/playing our roles has left little space to live from who we REALLY are. We may even realize we are living our culture's view of life vs our own.

In an AWAKE Men’s group, you’ll find a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to drop the mask, get real, and live your best, most authentic life. It's normal to feel fear around being vulnerable but the benefits - getting to be real and more congruent in your life - far outlay the cost of living a limited life. In an AWAKE Men's group, you'll figure out who you REALLY are and what you REALLY want beyond societal norms.

In our groups, you'll courageously explore seven foundational aspects of your life as a healthy, growing, embodied man 

  • Personal & Social

  • Work & Career

  • Family

  • Spiritual

  • Financial

  • Mind/Intellect

  • Physical/Health

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Think a men's group may be in alignment? Start the conversation today! 

A Few Challenges We Solve Together:

 

Meaning of Life Struggles

At certain ages, it’s normal to take stock of where your life is at and where you are heading. Finding or rediscovering purpose is something you can work through with the support of a group of guys who share the same goal.

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Parenting Challenges

Showing up for kids in a strong, supportive way with tools that work is more important than ever. Many men in the group are also parents and it’s a great place to vent about child-raising issues and get feedback from the shared wisdom of the group

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Breakup Recovery

Breakups, divorces, separations, and infidelities can be hard to go through. You’ll move through your breakup quicker and easier with a group of guys who can relate and offer guidance.

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Nice Guy Syndrome

Are you a “nice guy” that lacks boundaries? Hearing how other men set and respect healthy boundaries will help you learn how to do the same.

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Relationship Issues

Having a group of supportive guys to bounce relationship situations off-of and to receive guidance on how to handle relationship challenges in healthier ways, will dramatically improve your relationships.

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Making More Like-Minded Guy Friends

As a guy, it’s not easy to find and build friendships. A men’s group is a done-for-you friend service. We find and introduce you to guys that are focused on personal growth and desire community & friends.

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Better Communication Skills

Just having to explain your situation and how you feel about it will sharpen your communication skills. You will also learn how men communicate things in healthy ways with friends, family, and partners.

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Dropping Bad Habits

Porn, drugs, gambling, booze, over-eating, and other bad habits are easier to drop when you have a supportive crew of guys that are trying to make similar changes.

 

What Makes AWAKE Men Unique

  • Curated Cohorts: Led by Erik Vienneau, LPC, so you journey with the same group of like-minded men.

  • Ongoing Connection: Access to our private Voxer group to stay in touch between sessions.

  • Balance & Depth: We honor life’s highs and lows, creating space for both joy and shadow work.

  • Strengths & Blind Spots: We celebrate each member’s strengths while kindly revealing blind spots, sharing collective wisdom.

  • Authentic Sharing: We offer honest, raw stories from personal experience—not unsolicited advice.

  • Safe & Confidential Space: Trust and discretion are the foundation of our group.

  • Personal Transformation: Think of us as a “board of directors” for all aspects of your life, helping you grow faster and go further.

  • Celebrate & Act: Share wins, tackle growth goals, and navigate life’s ups and downs together.

  • Focused Presence: We practice active listening and minimize distractions.

  • You’re Not Alone: Hearing other men share similar challenges reminds you that you’re not in this alone.

How AWAKE Men’s Groups Help

  • Stay Motivated & Inspired: Witnessing other men grow and thrive fuels your own momentum.

  • Feel Better Emotionally: Sharing your life in community lifts isolation and feels good.

  • Improve Every Area of Life: Make better decisions with input from supportive peers.

  • Be a Better Father, Husband, Friend: Process your challenges with the group and bring insights home to your relationships.

  • Form Real Friendships: Build genuine, lifelong connections with other men.

  • Lighten Your Load: Talking things through makes challenges feel less heavy.

  • Save Time & Energy: Learn from men who’ve been where you’re going—and skip unnecessary struggles.

  • Contribute & Belong: Experience the satisfaction of helping others grow while pursuing your own goals.

AWAKE Men Mission:

AWAKE Men works within a group dynamic to provide a safe and supportive community for men to do their work and actualize deeper dimensions of the mature masculine. We are thoughtful, caring men co-creating a safe container for personal growth as we deepen our connection to the truth of who we are and live more fully from this place of wisdom. We show up fully with authenticity, vulnerability, honesty, compassion, and the courage to do our individual work. In addition, we’re accountable by setting personal goals; offering support; and being present for the entire group.

AWAKE Men holds space for men to work through their limitations and grow into the greatest expression of who they really are.  

What a typical call looks like:

  • Once the group forms, we find the best time for the group to meet on a weekday day or early evening.

  • Bi-weekly Zoom calls are 60 or 75 minutes depending on the size of the group.

  • Drop in with a guided embodiment practice.

  • Check in with three words.

  • Each man shares for 6-8 minutes. Feedback optional.

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Sound simple? That’s because it is. There’s a surprising power in being FULLY HEARD by a group of like-minded, compassionate men. If you like, leave time at the end of your share for feedback from the group. What you’ll receive in input from men going through the same challenges will change the course of your life.