MenLiving Advance: Dark Side of the Moon
A Transformative Weekend of Connection, Growth & Play
Join Mike Patterson and Todd Adams for a powerful men’s weekend inspired by Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon—a journey of deep connection, personal discovery, and pure fun. Through guided self-reflection, dynamic group work, and time in nature, you’ll explore your inner landscape, reconnect with yourself and other men, and tap into the raw energy of one of the greatest albums of all time.
Expect introspection, camaraderie, and unforgettable experiences—whether through fireside conversations, movement, or quiet moments under the stars. This weekend is about embracing the full spectrum of being—light and shadow, chaos and clarity.
Check out this video for a preview of the MenLiving Advance experience.
The Foundation of a MenLiving Advance
- Connection – Deepen your connection with yourself, other men, and nature.
- Personal Growth – Identify what’s holding you back and make powerful shifts.
- Fun – Rediscover playfulness, adventure, and joy.
Pre & Post-Weekend Integration Meetings
To help you prepare for and integrate the experience, all participants are expected to attend:
📅 Pre-Weekend Meeting: Wednesday, September 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM (Central) via Zoom
📅 Post-Weekend Integration Meeting: Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM (Central) via Zoom
Registration Agreements
This weekend is not a therapy retreat, but a space to challenge your identity and step into something new. It’s deep, sometimes uncomfortable work that requires emotional stability. If you have unresolved trauma, this may not be the right environment for you.
Agreements
By registering, you agree to:
✔ If this is your first ML Advance, complete a brief interview to align expectations of the weekend.
✔ Take full responsibility for your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being throughout weekend.
✔ Stay open to all feedback and personal challenges.
✔ Participate fully—arriving on time and staying through the end.
✔ Disconnect—this is a dry and unplugged event (no alcohol, drugs, or devices).
✔ Attend a 60 Minute Pre Weekend Meeting via Zoom on 9/4 @ 7PM Central
✔ Attend a 60 Minute Post-Weekend Integration Meeting on 10/2 @ 7PM Central
✔ Share a room and bathroom with up to three other men.
Event Details
📍 Location: Phoebe Needles Center, Callaway, VA
📅 Dates: Thursday, Sept 11, 2025 (6:00 PM) – Sunday, Sept 14, 2025 (1:00 PM)
💰 Cost: $825 (includes lodging, meals, and programming)
🔹 Deposit: $200 (non-refundable, required to reserve your spot)
Payment Policy
- If you cancel by August 1, 2025, you’ll receive 50% credit (minus deposit) for a future Advance.
- Deposits are non-refundable.
- Balance to be paid in full by 9/4.
- If special payments arrangements are requested, please contact todd@menliving.org
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