Mindful Courage Men’s Retreat (Sugar Grove, West Virginia U.S.A.)

The Mindful Courage Men’s retreat is an opportunity to deepen your relationship with yourself, those you care about, the natural world, and explore your higher purpose in life. Adult life can be lonely; many men yearn for deeper relationships and connections. Deeper connections are possible with intentional effort and practice. This retreat, in the gorgeous Appalachian mountain forest near Sugar Grove, West Virginia, explores what it means to be mindfully and emotionally courageous on the path of connection with yourself and others. Participants will be invited to engage in a variety of contemplative, creative, and collaborative practices, including mindfulness meditation, hiking and nature immersion, martial arts, contemplative journaling, and compassionate listening Food, facilitation, and accommodations will be provided for at MountainTop Retreat, Sugar Grove (3 hours from Washington, D.C., 1 hour from Harrisonburg, VA., 1.5 hours from Charlottesville, VA). Sliding fee schedule.

Facilitator: Ed Brantmeier, Ph.D, is a peace educator, author, husband, father of three boys, and avid outdoorsman. As a man who has experienced multiple adverse childhood experiences, he enjoys supporting other men’s journeys of difficulty, growth, and healing. Ed has been a contemplative practitioner for over 30 years.