Self realisation over self preservation 

The pursuit of our deepest personal growth and the realisation of our full potential is more important than solely maintaining of protecting of our current self or comfort zone. We strive to transcend fear-driven self-preservation and to live from authenticity and higher values. It means we are willing to take risks, to let go of old patterns and open up to transformation, even if it feels threatening or insecure. This attitude leads to a life more meaningful and fulfilled, in which inner freedom and self-consciousness are the key. 

Accessible to all 

In-depth knowledge, growth and consciousness cannot be limited to a select group, but have to be open and comprehensible to all people, no matter their background, education or status. Spiritual and personal development have to be inclusive, without complicated barriers or excluding conditions. The idea is that true transformation can only occur if everyone gets the chance to connect to and profit from these insights. This contributes to a society in which everyone can contribute to and participate in growth of consciousness.

Every man a leader

Leadership is not meant for just a few selected people. On the contrary: every man has the potential and responsibility to show leadership in his own life and surroundings. It’s about developing inner power, integrity and vision, so that men can act in an authentic way of service. This leadership shows itself in taking responsibility, inspiring others and contributing to positive change. It emphasises the importance of self-leadership as a basis for community leadership. This creates a society in which everyone is actively involved in shaping the future.

Intimacy over crowd

Deep, meaningful connections with other people are more important than superficial relations or striving for popularity in large groups. True intimacy comes from vulnerability, openness and honest communication, leading to authentic connection and understanding. This in contrast to the anonymity and vulgarisation often seen in mass cultures or large social networks. The idea is that cherising personal relationships and communities is essential to individual growth and wellbeing. This creates a richer social experience that raises the quality of life.

Consent and Compassion

Consent is the voluntary, explicit and informed agreement of a person to take part in a certain action or situation.
Compassion is the ability to recognise the suffering of others, to empathise with it and to have the genuine wish to ease this suffering. It goes beyond pity, because it’s not just an emotional reaction, but rather an active involvement and willingness to help. Compassion can be directed both to others and to yourself, in which you treat yourself with the same kindness and understanding as a good friend would do.

How would that look like in real life?

An example: a man shares about a situation that pains him and he lets his tears flow.
We do not lay an arm around his shoulders without asking. We ask him if we can ask him a question. If he says yes, we might ask him what he needs in that moment (self-leadership) and what we can do for him to achieve that.

When we start to ask for consent, it gives us a language and structure to get comfortable being aware of our emotions, express them, indicate boundaries and expressing desires. This cultivates our ability of compassion. With commitment that will lead to consent on a higher level.

Authenticity and Integrity

Authenticity is the quality of being truthful, true to yourself and aligned with your values, beliefs and emotions. It means you express yourself in an honest way and your actions reflect your true identity, instead of conforming to expectations or pressure from the outside world.
Integrity is the quality of being honest, ethical, of having strong moral principles, even when nobody is watching. It means that you actions are aligned with your values and that you stay true to what is right, despite influences from the outside.

We will never say “good” when asked “How are you?” if we aren’t indeed good. We will make an effort to share what lives inside us, without expecting the other to solve our problems. And if we disagree with another person we will tell them, no matter what others might think.

By practicing authenticity, and committing to it, a man develops integrity, which no longer depends on his emotions in the moment. That is a condition for safe, trustworthy connections. In those connections there is space for the emotions because the rock solid integrity doesn’t waver.

Effort and Discipline

Effort is the conscious use of physical or mental energy to achieve a goal or accomplish a task. It involves determination, perseverence and a readiness to overcome challenges. Effort is essential for growth, succes and improvement in any area of life.
Discipline is the power to control your actions, emotions and impulses to reach long-term goals. It involves consistency, self-regulation and a dedication to doing what is needed, even if it is hard or inconvenient.
In what we do we emphasize practice. Reaching your goals step by step. And not to expect yourself to be further than you truly are. However, letting things slide is also not the right thing.

With effort a man takes steps towards growth. With growth comes rewards and bigger desire to solidify that growth. By committing to the effort, more growth will come and effort takes the form of discipline. It has become a pattern, a conscious choice, which can lead to effort in other fields, to achieve new growth.