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Natural Awakenings Westchester / Putnam / Dutchess New York

Finding Support and Connection in Brotherhood

May 31, 2023 09:31AM ● By Erin Lehn
Humans are naturally tribal. We all have an innate need to be part of something bigger than ourselves. When we gather in community, it’s important for us to be seen and valued for who we are. Unfortunately for most men, being seen for who they are hasn’t always felt safe as our culture has historically prized toxic masculine traits over what men really need—which is the permission to be authentic, vulnerable and express their true feelings.

More and more men across the globe are awakening to the soul medicine of being in brotherhood. There are record numbers of men’s groups and conscious healing circles being held regularly where men can meet and support one another through the highs and lows of life. Research shows that men who gather in healthy brotherhood become more emotionally and spiritually healthier. The effects are far-reaching, from becoming a better spouse, father, brother, son and friend, to feeling empowered in the workplace and experiencing an overall increased quality of life.

Below are a few local in-person and virtual groups offering men an opportunity to connect, find support and experience mutual understanding. For more information, contact the groups directly.

Support Connection, Inc.

Robin Perlmutter and Marlene Stager,

Support Connection Peer Counselors

40 Triangle Center, Ste. 100,

Yorktown Heights, NY

914.962.6402 • SupportConnection.org

Support Connection, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides free, confidential support services and programs to people affected by breast, ovarian or gynecological cancer. Founded in 1996, Support Connection is based in Yorktown Heights, New York, but they also help people across the country through their toll-free services and virtual programs.

Men’s Group: It’s Okay to Grieve, Let’s Talk

Where: Meets virtually via Zoom; register and find schedule at

SupportConnection.org/calendar

When: 7-8 p.m. on Tuesdays, quarterly

This group is an open discussion for men that have lost a spouse or partner to breast, ovarian or other gynecological cancer. For more details and to register, visit SupportConnection.org/open-discussions/#grieve-ongoing.

Men’s Group: For Men Only, Let’s Talk

Where: Meets virtually via Zoom; register and find schedule at

SupportConnection.org/calendar

When: 7-8 p.m. on Tuesdays, quarterly

This group is an open discussion for men with a spouse or partner living with breast, ovarian or gynecological cancer. For more details and to register, visit SupportConnection.org/open-discussions/#men-only.


Pawling Yoga & Wellness

Gabrielle Semel, founder and CEO

26 E. Main St., Ste. 2, Pawling, NY

845.661.8664 • PawlingYogaWellness.org

This nonprofit organization offers a full schedule of weekly group classes—yoga, Pilates, and tai chi—all offered on a sliding fee scale or pay what you can model. Their wellness programs benefit the underserved aspects of our community and also feature monthly wellness workshops and free community-building men’s and women’s circles.

Men’s Group: Monthly Men’s Circle

When: Gatherings are held each month at 6:30 p.m. on the Friday evening closest to the new moon.

Upcoming dates: June 16, July 14, Aug. 18, Sept.15, 2023.

Where: Meets in-person at Pawling Yoga & Wellness

This circle is a place where men can gather as brothers and provide support for those that desire to act on their individual and shared responsibility for the future of humankind by initiating and supporting other men on a path of emotional maturity, spiritual awareness, while deepening community. All who identify as male are welcome. This is a free program, however contributions to support the nonprofit's mission are encouraged.


Persephone’s Pearl

John Cardo, owner

1014B Main St., Peekskill, NY

914.737.3460 • PersephonesPearl.com

Persephone’s Pearl is a center for spiritual development and shop dedicated to helping people connect to divinity in their own special way, while helping them to live their best, most authentic life.

Men’s Group: Divine Masculine Brotherhood

When: 6-7 p.m., every first Monday of the month

Where: Meets in-person at Persephone’s Pearl

This group is for any man seeking to make authentic connections with other spiritual practitioners, while cultivating real balance in their life and spiritual practice. The group’s mission is to help men understand that they can have a connection to both the divine feminine and the divine masculine.


NUR Space: A Wellness Sanctuary

Nuranisa Rae, co-founder and director

6 Warburton Ave., Hastings-on-Hudson, NY

[email protected] • NurSpace.com

NUR Space is a community space re-imagined. The NUR team is eager to gather people together around ideas of conscious health, wellness, birth and postpartum.

Men’s Group: Circle of Dads

When: 8 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of each month

Upcoming dates: June 1, 15; July 6, 20; Aug. 3, 2023

Where: Held virtually; pre-register at NurSpace.com

This free group is intended to build community among new fathers in Westchester. Circle of Dads comes together to be authentic with the support of other men that get what it means to be up at 2 a.m. holding a feverish infant. Celebrate fatherhood wins, compare blow-out stories and sit in good company. Dads-to-be are also welcome.

For more information, reach out to the groups directly at the contact information provided.

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