A Sacred Journey for Men
A transformational 12-month cohort journey through the depths of the psyche, guided by sacred transformation, ancient wisdom, and the timeless path of the Hero. Die to who you were. Rise as who you are meant to become.
The Call
In the words of Carl Jung, “One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious.” This program is designed for men ready to answer the call—to journey beyond the familiar shores of the ego and into the uncharted territories of the Self.
Drawing from the pioneering work of Stanislav Grof, the wisdom of Ram Dass, and the visionary insights of Terence McKenna, we create a sacred container for ego dissolution, death, and rebirth—the ultimate alchemical transformation.
Personal sessions to process, integrate, and embody your transformations with dedicated support.
Deep group integration within a sacred container of men walking the same path.
Personalized sacred transformation experiences, 6 months apart, tailored to your unique evolution.
Immersive multi-day experiences with your cohort, featuring breathwork, sacred combat, and ceremony.
The Path
The 12-Month Arc
Establish the container. Begin weekly 1:1 integration sessions, biweekly group calls, and foundational breathwork. Mapping the psyche through IFS and somatic exploration.
Deep shadow work, primal integration, and somatic therapy intensify. Confront core wounds through existential and experiential psychology frameworks.
The crucible of ego death and rebirth. Advanced breathwork, CBT/DBT integration for restructuring, and transpersonal exploration.
Returning transformed and integrating wisdom into daily life. Developing leadership, service, and embodied presence.
The 12-Month Arc
Establish the container. Begin weekly 1:1 integration sessions, biweekly group calls, and foundational breathwork. Mapping the psyche through IFS and somatic exploration.
Deep shadow work, primal integration, and somatic therapy intensify. Confront core wounds through existential and experiential psychology frameworks.
The crucible of ego death and rebirth. Advanced breathwork, CBT/DBT integration for restructuring, and transpersonal exploration.
Returning transformed and integrating wisdom into daily life. Developing leadership, service, and embodied presence.
Beyond
The 12-Month Arc
Shadow & Self
Hero's Journey
Holotropic States
Be Here Now
Psychedelic Philosophy
Set & Setting
Internal Family Systems
Persian Mysticism
Your Guide
The Call
Facilitator, Integration Specialist & Brotherhood Holde
With over [X] years of experience in transformational work, [Guide Name] has walked the path of annihilation and integration himself—descending into the depths of shadow and emerging with the wisdom that only direct experience can provide.
Trained in Jungian depth psychology, Internal Family Systems, somatic therapies, and the traditions of sacred transformation work, he brings a rare combination of clinical precision and mystical understanding to the container he holds for men.
His approach weaves together the wisdom of East and West—drawing from Persian mysticism, Buddhist contemplative practices, and the pioneering work of Grof, Ram Dass, and the transpersonal psychology movement.
Certified Integration Specialist
IFS Practitioner
Breathwork Facilitator
The 12-Month Arc
An ancient Buddhist concentration practice that uses the flame of a candle as a meditation object. By gazing at the fire and then closing the eyes to observe the after-image, practitioners develop extraordinary states of concentration (jhana) and visionary experiences.
“When the mind becomes one-pointed, the door to the unconscious swings open.”
A sacred healing practice with roots in Islamic medicine, Chinese medicine, and ancient Middle Eastern traditions. Through the application of cups to the skin, hijama releases stagnant blood, toxins, and blocked energy—creating space for vital force to flow freely.
“Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity.” — Hippocrates
Deep communion with the natural world serves as a powerful catalyst for transformation. Through extended time in wilderness settings, solo sits, forest bathing, and earth-based practices, participants remember their primal connection to the living world.
“In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.” — John Muir
The drum is humanity's oldest sacred instrument—a direct line to the heartbeat of the Earth and the rhythms of the cosmos. Across every culture, rhythmic sound has been used to induce altered states, heal the soul, and commune with the unseen realms.
“The drum is the voice of the Great Spirit. When we drum, we speak directly to the ancestors.”
The NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) 5-Point Protocol is a standardized auricular acupuncture treatment targeting five specific points on the ear. Originally developed for addiction recovery, it has proven profoundly effective for trauma healing and nervous system regulation.
“The ear is a microcosm of the entire body—a gateway to restoring balance within.”
These practices are offered during both group retreats as optional modalities, administered by trained practitioners within our sacred container. They serve as powerful complements to breathwork, sacred combat, and ceremony.
Questions
This program is designed for men who feel called to deep transformation—those ready to face their shadows, dissolve limiting patterns, and emerge reborn. It requires courage, commitment, and a genuine desire for profound change.
The Brotherhood
This is not a course. This is not therapy. This is a rite of passage — undertaken in the company of men who have each heard the same call from the depths.
The cohort becomes a sacred container — a brotherhood bound not by convenience, but by shared ordeal. In the tradition of ancient warrior lodges and mystery schools, each man serves as both mirror and witness to the others’ transformation.
Through sacred combat, vulnerability, radical honesty, and the shared experience of dissolution and rebirth, these bonds become unbreakable. You will leave this program not only transformed, but held by a brotherhood that endures beyond the journey itself.
Months
Brothers
Bond
Travel
Flights are not included in the program cost. Airport transfers to retreat locations may be arranged depending on location and group size.
Payment Options
Pay in full — single payment at enrollment.
Quarterly plan — four payments spread across the year.
Monthly plan — spread payments across the 12-month program.
Begin
This work requires readiness, not perfection. If something in you recognizes this path, trust that recognition.
Step One
A confidential conversation to explore whether this journey aligns with where you are.