Dear Men,
What do you think of setting aside just a little time where we men can connect with our hearts together, listen to each other and speak from the heart? Does that sound good to you?
You’re all warmly invited to join us this Father’s Day to talk about whatever it is that we need to talk about. It might include discussions of being fathers or being sons, or it might be about relationships, habits, desires, visions, hopes, fears … whatever comes up in the circle at the time is just fine.
Here’s the basic format - we start with a little welcome and introductions followed by a guided heart meditation to help us all feel more relaxed, centred and open. While opening our hearts might not be how are raised as men, it turns out it feels really great! Then we have space to talk, to listen, to be together as men. I’ve been amazed by the way discussions have flowed in past sessions - the heart meditation really seems to help us feel close and connected with each other. It’s wonderful, really.
If you would like to join, you’re warmly welcome. All men are welcome (including fellows with a trans history). Please note this gathering is offered by donation.
Yours,
Brother Vishwam
About your Host
Br Vishwam Gurudas Heckert is a Heart Minister, Teacher & Trainer in the Heart Of Living Yoga tradition. Originally from Iowa, he’s been living in Scotland and England for nearly 30 years and in Shetland since 2021.
Vishwam has long had a strong interest in men, masculinity and gender and has published both academic and popular articles on these and related subjects. He completed his PhD in sociology at the University of Edinburgh in 2005 where he explored the questions of identity, liberation and healthy relationships.
He loves to listen, laugh and learn.