Become Your Best Self at WYSER Men's
Online Men's Group
Are you tired of carrying the immense weight alone? That quiet, relentless pressure to "keep it together" - to be the provider, the anchor, the man who never breaks - is exhausting. Imagine a space where you can finally drop the armor, be truly seen, and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with a brotherhood that doesn't judge. Whether you're fighting through the Pain of life's challenges, striving for the next level of Gain, or ready to Train and lead others, your transformation starts here. Take the next step: healing, growth, and a profound sense of belonging are waiting for you.
Every man needs a space to grow, connect and thrive. WYSER Men's Group is an online community and support group for men which includes some of the best courses for men about masculinity and personal development available online. WYSER Men's Group is more than just an online men's group - it's your gateway to men's personal development and transformation.
Imagine standing shoulder-to-shoulder with men who truly see you, understand you, challenge you, and celebrate your victories. Joining an online men's group isn't giving up - it's stepping up. It's where judgment fades, connection thrives, and strength is rebuilt.
WYSER Men's Group offers a convenient and accessible way for men to connect, learn and grow using our mobile app or a browser on any device.
At WYSER Men's Group you'll find:
- Courses, Activities and Challenges
- Expert Facilitation and Mentoring
- Accountability and Goal Setting
- Support and Feedback
- Discussion Groups
- Video Meetings & eGroups
- Special Events
- Curated Resources for Men
- Networking Opportunities
Where Are You At?
Pain, Gain or Train
WYSER Men's Group is not just for men who are struggling. Some men are fighting through challenges (Pain), but some are striving for growth (Gain) and some are ready to lead and support other men (Train). No matter where you're at, WYSER Men's Group is where your development and transformation begins. This is your space to heal, grow, and make an impact.
No matter where you are today - Pain, Gain or Train - you have a place in WYSER Men's Group. We grow together by supporting, learning, and challenging each other.
This is your journey. Let's take the next step together.
Pain
Seeking Support & Clarity
Are you struggling with life's challenges? Whether it's relationships, career setbacks, family conflicts, or personal struggles, you're not alone. The Pain category is for men who are looking for:
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A safe space to be heard and supported.
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Guidance to navigate tough times.
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A community that understands what you're going through.
Gain
Ready for Personal Growth
Are you ready to level up? You might not be in crisis, but you want more from life - better relationships, stronger leadership, greater success. The Gain category is for men who are looking for:
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Accountability and motivation to push forward towards their goals.
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Practical skills to improve communication, self-discipline, and mindset.
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A community that challenges you to grow.
Train
Leading & Supporting Men
Have you done the work and now feel called to give back? The Train category is for men who want to:
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Mentor, support and guide other men through their Pain or Gain journey.
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Sharpen their leadership, coaching or mentor skills and make an impact.
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Strengthen our community by supporting and inspiring fellow men.
What To Expect
About Our Online Men's Group
Every man needs a space to grow, connect, and thrive. WYSER Men's Group is more than an online community - it's your gateway to transformation.
Our online community offers a convenient and accessible way for men to connect, learn and grow using our mobile app or a browser on any device. We host discussions, training events, share resources, and facilitate communication between members from all over the world. Our online community for men includes:
Our Discussion Groups are dedicated online spaces where men gather to talk honestly about "men's work" in specific areas of life. They are consciously designed to be sacred, confidential containers where judgment fades, and truth rises. Here, supported by our Mentors, Elders and fellow men, you can finally drop the armor and explore your deepest thoughts and challenges.
Our Discussion Groups include:
- Addiction
- Co-Parenting & Blended Families
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Life Crisis
- Emotional Control
- Fatherhood
- Grief & Loss
- Healing From Past Trauma
- Life Purpose & Direction
- Masculinity
- Mental Health
- Physical Health & Well-being
- Quarter & Mid-Life Crisis
- Relationships
- Separation & Divorce
- Sexuality & Intimacy
- Shadow Self
- Workplace Stress & Burnout
Learn more below...
We provide members with an ever growing curated library of online resources, such as articles, podcasts, and videos related to men's self-development.
Self-Development & Life Skills
Online Courses For Men
Members of WYSER Men's Group have access to a growing number of self-development courses for men.
I Am Enough
Are you tired of the quiet voice that constantly whispers, "You are not good enough"? It's the burden that keeps you small, sabotaging your best intentions and stealing your power. You don't have to carry that lie anymore. This 16-day journey is your moment to step toward the man you were always meant to be - a man of purpose, grounded in self-trust, who knows his worth without question. It's time to stop reacting, start leading your own story, and finally declare, "I Am Enough."
Merlin's Code
If you've ever felt like a "little boy" lost in a man's world - unable to understand your own reactions, struggling to connect with your partner, or lacking a clear life purpose - this is the path back to your sovereign self. It's time to stop chasing old scripts and discover the ancient Code of Conduct that leads to fulfillment. This journey of introspection will equip you with clear answers and emotional control, allowing you to finally step into your inherent strength and become the grounded, loving, and focused man, partner, and father you always dreamed of being.
WYSER Me
Do you feel the quiet, relentless pressure to "keep it together" - always working, always pushing, yet still missing the connection to your true self? You don't have to carry that weight alone. This is your invitation to step off the treadmill, slow down, and finally connect with the WYSER man inside. This program is a journey to reclaim your clarity, build the inner strength to handle life's biggest challenges, and show up fully, honestly, and powerfully in the relationships and legacy that truly matter. Start defining your life by your values, not by demands.
WYSER You
You have done the work. You have faced your own shadows, found your footing, and achieved clarity. Now, the greatest fulfillment awaits: stepping into the role of a true leader - a steady, calm presence for the men still navigating their pain and growth. This course is designed to transition your personal wisdom into profound impact. It will refine your empathy, sharpen your guidance skills, and equip you with the deep knowledge needed to guide others toward their own fulfillment. It's time to solidify your purpose by leading the brotherhood forward.
Path of the Elder
You have journeyed from self-work to leadership, and now, the profound honor of eldership calls to you. It's not a title you're given, but a presence you earn. This path is about integrating your life's hard-won wisdom, not just for yourself, but to become the calm, steady presence the brotherhood needs. Embrace your human vulnerability, share your hard-earned story, and learn to listen with a depth that heals. Your greatest fulfillment is now found in tending the fire and passing the light to the next generation.
What We Talk About
Discussion Group Topics
Our Discussion Groups are dedicated online spaces within WYSER Men's Group where men gather to talk honestly about "men's work" in specific areas of life. They are sacred, confidential containers where judgment fades, and truth rises.
We provide a comprehensive array of groups covering everything from navigating Separation & Divorce and finding Life Purpose and Direction to tackling Addiction and redefining Masculinity. Our online Discussion Groups include:
If you're facing challenges with addiction, whether it's behavioral addiction, substance use or other coping mechanisms that have taken hold, this group is for you. It's tough carrying the weight of addiction, whether it's your own struggle, something you're living with daily, or bearing the burden of someone else's fight. You don't have to navigate this alone in silence.
Men sometimes turn to things like unhealthy coping mechanisms or substance abuse to deal with difficulties, pressure, or feelings they keep bottled up. Societal expectations can pressure men to be stoic and self-reliant, which can make it hard to talk about what's really going on inside. This group is important because it addresses these struggles directly.
Coming together in this space offers a safe place to talk openly about what you're going through. It's a network of support where you can find understanding and accountability, helping you confront these specific problems and find healthier ways forward. Here, you can share your experiences and feel less isolated in your struggle.
Common Issues We Explore
- Needing support and accountability to find healthier ways to move forward.
- Feeling isolated and silent in your battle with addiction or unhealthy habits.
- Carrying the weight of someone else's struggle with addiction.
- Seeking a supportive network and accountability to address specific problems.
- Turning to substances to deal with stress, pressure, difficult emotions, or unresolved issues.
- Struggling with substance use or other unhealthy coping mechanisms that have taken hold.
Spirit Animal
The Phoenix perfectly embodies the journey of overcoming addiction and unhealthy coping mechanisms, representing the rebirth and transformation required to find healthier ways forward and rise from the challenges that led to addiction. It signifies the courage to break the cycle and find renewal, a central theme for men struggling with addiction and seeking support and accountability in a safe environment.
This Discussion Group is for men navigating one of the hardest jobs on the planet: raising children in a world where the family you imagined is no longer the family you live in.
Whether you're:
- separated and working through co-parenting challenges,
- sharing custody across two households,
- stepping into a new role as a stepfather, or
- trying to build trust and connection in a blended family,
you are not alone. And this group was created for you.
Family transitions are rarely clean. Emotions are raw. Loyalties are tested. Children can feel torn. And the man in the middle - often you - is expected to hold it all together. Just because you are the “man of the house”!
Family roles are complex, and relationships, including family ones, are common stressors for men. It can be difficult to balance different family roles and the pressure to be present for your family, especially during transitions like separation, or blending two families together. This group provides a space to discuss these dynamics and the challenges involved in raising children when your family structure changes.
Here, you can share your experiences, learn strategies from other men who understand, and find support. Connecting with other men facing similar situations can provide guidance on navigating these challenges and being a better father through it all. It's a place to discuss your role and find strength in shared experiences.
Common Issues We Explore
- Navigating high-conflict co-parenting or court-driven custody.
- Finding your place in a stepfamily that didn't come with a manual.
- Supporting kids who live between two homes (and two stories).
- Building trust with a partner's children while honouring your own.
- Holding steady when your role feels invisible or undercut.
- Blending families across grief, guilt, resentment, and hope.
- Managing your own emotional wellbeing while being present for theirs.
- Letting go of “what should have been” and committing to “what is”.
- Dealing with a woman who has held the Mother/Father role for too long!
Spirit Animal
The Penguin, with its remarkable dedication to shared raising of its young and its ability to navigate challenging, ever-changing environments, embodies the complex and often demanding journey of co-parenting after separation, or blending two families together. It symbolises the unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation, adapting to new family structures, and finding cooperative strategies to ensure the children's well-being. It reflects the spirit of perseverance and mutual support among men facing similar family dynamics.
This group is for men impacted by domestic violence in any way. Whether you have lived through it as a victim, caused harm yourself, witnessed it impacting others, or are trying to understand it and break cycles, this is a space to face difficult truths and find a better way forward. Domestic violence is a serious issue, and men experience higher rates of violence, including domestic abuse. Dealing with the reality of violence can be a significant challenge.
Often, men are isolated with difficult issues and may not seek help due to societal expectations or fear of appearing weak. Societal expectations can pressure men to be stoic and self-reliant, making it hard to talk about what's really going on inside. However, talking about experiences and opening up about emotions is crucial to overcoming challenges and building better relationships.
This group provides a safe environment to share deeply without fear of judgment or shame. It is a place for honesty, accountability, and support. Coming together allows men to confront these problems directly and find healthier ways forward. You don't have to navigate this alone in silence.
Common Issues We Explore
- Understanding and taking responsibility for causing harm in a relationship.
- Processing the experience of witnessing domestic violence impacting family or friends.
- Breaking cycles of violence in relationships or family dynamics.
- Facing difficult truths about past behaviour or experiences related to domestic violence.
- Finding support and accountability for changing harmful patterns.
- Dealing with the emotional impact of experiencing domestic violence as a victim.
- Navigating the challenges of recovering from or addressing domestic abuse.
- Learning healthier ways to manage conflict and anger in relationships.
Spirit Animal
The Bear represents the immense strength, courage, and protective instinct needed to confront the difficult truths of domestic violence, whether as a victim, perpetrator, or witness. It symbolises the power to heal, break cycles of harm, and protect others, especially family, fostering honesty, accountability, and a better way forward within a safe space.
As men navigate the later stages of life, unique challenges and reflections often arise. This group is for discussing these transitions, which can include questioning life choices made over the years or potentially facing isolation. It's a time of significant change, and it's normal to seek community and support through these periods.
A lack of purpose or meaning is a common stressor for men at various ages, and later life can certainly bring these questions to the forefront. You might find yourself reflecting deeply on your path and needing support from others who understand this stage of life. Feeling disconnected or isolated can weigh heavily.
Joining this group provides community and support specifically for the challenges faced in later life transitions. It offers a space to connect with other men who are also navigating these reflections and changes, helping you find companionship and understanding. Sharing your experiences here can help you feel less alone and more supported.
Common Issues We Explore
- Questioning life choices and overall direction during the later stages of life.
- Experiencing potential isolation or feeling disconnected as you get older.
- Dealing with a lack of purpose or meaning that has arisen in later life.
- Seeking community and support from other men navigating similar transitions.
- Deeply reflecting on your past and needing help to find fulfillment in this stage.
- Facing the unique challenges and reflections that come with later life.
Spirit Animal
The Owl, a symbol of wisdom and deep reflection, mirrors the process of men navigating the later stages of life, questioning choices, and seeking meaning. It signifies the ability to gain insight and clarity during life transitions, moving through potential isolation towards community and continued purpose.
This group is for men who are learning how to understand, feel, and manage their emotions in healthy ways. Whether it's anger, frustration, shutting down, or anxiety, finding ways to deal with strong emotions that don't harm yourself or those you care about is vital. Maybe you lose your temper, maybe you go quiet and disappear, or maybe your reactions surprise even you – whatever your pattern, it's worth exploring.
Societal expectations often pressure men to be stoic and self-reliant, encouraging them to keep things "inside," which can make it hard to talk about feelings. Suppressing feelings can manifest in unhealthy ways, impacting well-being, relationships, and decision-making. Developing emotional intelligence is crucial for managing stress, improving relationships, and making clear choices.
This group provides a place to unpack these patterns and challenges with emotional expression. There's no shame or judgment, just men showing up honestly and learning how to face what's really underneath their reactions. It's a safe space to practice healthy emotional expression, understand your feelings better, and develop greater control over your emotional world.
Common Issues We Explore
- Struggling to understand, feel, or manage strong emotions like anger or frustration.
- Dealing with unhealthy emotional patterns, such as shutting down or losing your temper.
- Feeling pressured by societal expectations to be stoic and hide your feelings.
- Recognising that suppressing emotions negatively impacts your well-being or relationships.
- Wanting to develop emotional intelligence to handle stress and improve connections.
- Needing a safe space to practice expressing your feelings in healthy ways.
Spirit Animal
The Horse represents controlled power and the mastery of impulses, mirroring the journey of learning to understand, feel, and manage emotions in healthy ways. It signifies the freedom and strength found when men express their feelings constructively rather than suppressing them or allowing them to manifest in destructive ways, supporting overall well-being and stronger relationships.
Becoming and being a father is a role filled with immense pressures and joys. This group is a space to discuss the challenges and rewards of being a father in today's world. Balancing this role with other aspects of life is complex, and men often feel pressure to be present for their families while also navigating other responsibilities.
Sometimes men carry a perception that their own fathers weren't present enough for them, creating internal concerns about their capacity to measure up. The definition of being a good father today goes beyond just providing financially or being the disciplinarian. Men need support and guidance on how to navigate these evolving expectations and balance their various roles.
Connecting with other men in this group can provide that support and guidance. It's a place to share the common stressors related to family life and learn from the experiences of other fathers. Here, you can discuss what it means to be a father, find strategies that work, and gain the confidence to be the dad you want to be.
Common Issues We Explore
- Balancing the pressures and responsibilities of being a father in today's world.
- Feeling pressured to be present for your family while managing other demands.
- Dealing with concerns about measuring up as a father, perhaps influenced by your own dad.
- Navigating the evolving expectations of the fatherhood role.
- Seeking support and guidance on common stressors related to family life.
- Wanting to gain confidence and strategies to be the father you aspire to be.
Spirit Animal
The Eagle embodies vision, strength, and unwavering protection, reflecting the pressures and profound responsibilities of fatherhood. It represents the desire to guide and nurture the next generation, seeking support and guidance to navigate evolving expectations and balance roles for a lasting positive impact.
This group is a space to discuss experiences of grieving any kind of loss. Loss is an inevitable part of life, but processing grief can be particularly difficult for men, who are often expected to be stoic and strong. This expectation can make it hard to talk about feelings and fully process what you're going through.
Suppressing grief or trying to handle it alone can be isolating and detrimental to your well-being. Grief can impact physical, emotional, and psychological health. Finding a safe environment where you can openly share your feelings is crucial.
This group provides that safe space to share your experiences of grief and receive support from other men who understand. It's a community where you can express your feelings, find connection during a tough time, and navigate the process of loss together. You don't have to be stoic here; you can be real and find support.
Common Issues We Explore
- Processing grief or loss of any kind in your life.
- Finding it difficult to talk about your feelings while grieving due to societal expectations.
- Struggling with the isolation that comes from suppressing grief or handling it alone.
- Recognising how grief is impacting your physical, emotional, or psychological health.
- Needing a safe space to openly share your feelings about loss.
- Seeking support and connection from other men during a tough time of loss.
Spirit Animal
The Dove, a symbol of peace and remembrance, embodies the process of grieving any kind of loss and finding solace within a supportive community. It represents the safe space for men to express feelings often suppressed due to societal expectations, allowing for emotional release and connection during tough times.
This group offers a safe space to discuss and process difficult experiences from the past. Unresolved emotions from trauma can significantly impact your behaviour, decisions, and relationships, often without you fully realising it. Handling past traumas and addressing unresolved emotions is essential for emotional freedom and self-empowerment.
Exploring wounds from the past requires vulnerability and a safe environment. Men are often expected to be strong and stoic, which can make it incredibly difficult to process painful experiences and express the emotions tied to them. This can lead to suppressing feelings, which may manifest in unhealthy ways.
In this group, you are among other men committed to personal growth and emotional healing. Sharing your experiences here provides healing through shared understanding, empathy, and support. It's a safe space to explore your wounds, process difficult experiences, and move towards emotional freedom and personal growth.
Common Issues We Explore
- Processing difficult or traumatic experiences from your past.
- Dealing with unresolved emotions from trauma that are impacting your life.
- Struggling to express emotions related to past wounds due to expectations of stoicism.
- Recognising how past trauma affects your current behaviour and relationships.
- Seeking a safe space to explore wounds and find emotional healing.
- Wanting to move towards emotional freedom and personal growth.
Spirit Animal
The Snake, shedding its skin, powerfully symbolises healing from past trauma and releasing unresolved emotions for emotional freedom and self-empowerment. It represents the transformative journey of processing difficult experiences and moving towards renewal within a safe and supportive community, letting go of what no longer serves.
This group is for exploring what gives your life meaning, setting goals, and charting a path forward. A lack of purpose or meaning is a very common stressor for men, leaving them feeling lost or questioning their direction at various life stages. Knowing why you are on the planet and what your life's purpose is can be a challenging question to answer alone.
Self-discovery and awareness are key foundational steps to understanding your core motivations and finding greater fulfillment. Without clarity on your purpose, it can be hard to make intentional decisions aligned with what truly matters. Men are often expected to perform and provide, but this doesn't always align with their internal sense of purpose.
Joining this group helps men define their purpose and set meaningful goals within a supportive environment. The group can provide support, accountability, and encouragement to help you accomplish more in life and build a life aligned with your values and aspirations. It's a space to explore direction and connect with others on a similar journey.
Common Issues We Explore
- Feeling lost or questioning your direction in life.
- Dealing with a lack of purpose or meaning that is causing stress.
- Struggling to define what truly matters or gives your life meaning.
- Wanting to explore your core motivations and find greater fulfillment.
- Seeking support to set meaningful goals and chart a path forward.
- Need for accountability to help accomplish more and build a life aligned with values.
Spirit Animal
The Bison, a powerful and resilient animal that moves with deliberate purpose across vast plains, embodies the quest for meaning, direction, and a defined life path that many men undertake. It symbolises the grounded strength and purposeful forward movement required to clarify core motivations, set meaningful goals, and build a life aligned with one's values and aspirations. It reflects the importance of finding accountability and support within a community of like-minded men on this significant journey of self-discovery.
This group is for exploring what it truly means to be a man today and navigating the often-conflicting traditional and modern expectations. Traditional ideas of masculinity can feel confining, putting pressure on men to be strong, stoic, and self-reliant, and there's often a lack of clear guidance into manhood in our culture today. Men are left wondering how to measure up or questioning if they're "man enough".
The idea of healthy masculinity involves being comfortable with fears and challenges, communicating emotions, and acting from a place of strength, responsibility, and courage, which can sometimes feel lacking. Exploring these ideas in a group setting helps men understand gender roles, redefine what masculinity means for them personally, and break through unwritten and unspoken rules that can be confining.
Being part of a brotherhood in this group fosters healthy masculinity, helping men grow into stronger, more comfortable versions of themselves. It's a space to explore identity, challenge outdated norms, and support each other in embodying a masculinity that is authentic and grounded.
Common Issues We Explore
- Questioning or feeling confined by traditional ideas of what it means to be a man.
- Struggling with the pressure to be strong, stoic, and self-reliant.
- Feeling like you lack clear guidance or positive role models in understanding manhood.
- Dealing with doubts about measuring up or questioning if you're "man enough".
- Exploring how to embody a healthy and authentic masculinity.
- Seeking a brotherhood to challenge outdated norms and grow into a more comfortable self.
Spirit Animal
The Wolf symbolises strength, instinct, and the essential bond of brotherhood, representing the journey of exploring and redefining masculinity within a supportive community. It embodies the call to challenge outdated norms while fostering healthy masculinity through authentic connection and courageously facing fears and doubts about being "man enough".
This group is dedicated to sharing and discussing mental health challenges such as stress, anxiety, and depression. These issues affect men significantly, but men are often isolated with them and may not seek help due to societal expectations or the fear of appearing weak. It can feel like you're the only one struggling with these thoughts or challenges.
Loneliness and isolation are major challenges for many men, and these feelings can worsen mental health issues. It's important to break the silence and welcome vulnerability, recognising it as a strength rather than a flaw. Seeking support when you feel overwhelmed, irritable, or unable to handle everyday stress is crucial for overall well-being.
This group offers a safe space to share your fears and anxieties and find emotional support. Being part of this community helps reduce isolation and reminds you that you are not alone in facing these challenges. It's a place where you can talk openly and find connection with others who understand.
Common Issues We Explore
- Struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges.
- Feeling isolated and alone with your mental health issues.
- Hesitating to seek help due to societal expectations or fear of appearing weak.
- Feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or unable to handle everyday stress.
- Needing a safe space to share your fears and anxieties openly.
- Wanting to reduce isolation and find emotional support from other men.
Spirit Animal
The Dolphin represents emotional connection, clear communication, and the power of community in healing, mirroring the group's aim to reduce isolation and provide a safe space for men to share mental health challenges like stress, anxiety, and depression. It signifies finding support and connection to overcome the fear of vulnerability and the societal pressure to suffer in silence.
This group is for discussing physical health issues and their vital connection to your overall well-being. Men face specific health concerns, and prioritising physical health is closely linked to mental and emotional health. It's not always easy to stay motivated or know where to start with your health journey.
Managing stress is a full-time job for many, and it can have adverse effects on physical well-being. Sometimes, men use substances or unhealthy coping mechanisms to deal with difficult emotions, further impacting physical health. Recognising the link between your physical state and your mental and emotional health is a powerful step towards overall well-being.
Discussing physical health in a group setting can provide motivation and support. Sharing your health journey, challenges, and successes with other men creates accountability and encouragement. This group is a space to connect with others who are also focused on improving their physical health, understanding its importance, and supporting each other along the way.
Common Issues We Explore
- Dealing with specific physical health issues and their link to overall well-being.
- Struggling to prioritise or stay motivated on your health journey.
- Recognising and addressing how stress negatively impacts your physical health.
- Understanding the vital connection between your physical and mental/emotional health.
- Addressing how unhealthy coping mechanisms or substance use affect your physical health.
- Seeking motivation, support, and accountability for your health goals.
Spirit Animal
The Stag embodies vitality, strength, and overall well-being, representing the journey of men in prioritising physical health and recognising its deep link to mental and emotional states. It signifies the motivation and support found in community to pursue a health journey, fostering resilience and balance across all aspects of life.
This group is a space to discuss the challenges and questioning of life's direction that can arise at various ages, particularly during quarter or mid-life transitions. These periods often bring questions about purpose, meaning, and overall direction. It can feel like you're questioning your life choices or experiencing a sense of disconnect.
A lack of purpose or meaning is a very common stressor for men. Navigating these moments of uncertainty alone can be difficult. The pressure to perform and provide, coupled with internal questions about capacity and standards, can weigh heavily.
Joining this group can help you explore your purpose, set goals, and reconnect with others who are also navigating these significant life questions. It provides a community where you can share your reflections and find support during times of transition. Here, you can work towards defining what gives your life meaning and charting a path forward.
Common Issues We Explore
- Questioning your life's direction, purpose, or meaning during a transition period.
- Experiencing a sense of disconnect or questioning past life choices.
- Dealing with the pressure to perform and provide while having internal doubts.
- Navigating a period of uncertainty and transition alone.
- Seeking support to explore your purpose and set new goals for the future.
- Wanting to reconnect with others who are also navigating significant life questions.
Spirit Animal
The Butterfly perfectly embodies the transformation and new beginnings associated with quarter and mid-life crises, where men question purpose and direction and seek significant change. It represents the journey of reconnecting with purpose and charting a new path through periods of uncertainty and self-discovery.
This group is for discussing challenges and working on improving your relationships with partners, family, and friends. Relationship problems are among the most significant stressors for men, whether they are with a spouse, romantic partner, or family members. It's vital to build and maintain healthy, fulfilling connections.
Sometimes men rely solely on their intimate partner to be their "everything" for emotional connection, which can put a huge burden and pressure on that relationship. Men's groups can help counteract this by providing an additional support system. Learning to communicate effectively is key to minimising misunderstandings and building stronger bonds.
This group offers a place to practice communication skills, get support, and improve your relationships by taking pressure off your intimate partner. It provides a safe environment to discuss relationship issues and gain perspective. Developing these skills and having a broader support network helps you show up more powerfully and less needy in your intimate relationships.
Common Issues We Explore
- Struggling with communication in relationships with partners, family, or friends.
- Feeling like you rely too much on your intimate partner for emotional support.
- Facing relationship problems that are causing significant stress.
- Wanting to learn skills to build healthier and more fulfilling connections.
- Seeking a support system outside your primary relationship.
- Dealing with difficulties in making or maintaining close friendships with other men.
Spirit Animal
The Beaver represents building and maintaining strong, healthy connections, mirroring the group's focus on improving relationships with partners, family, and friends. It symbolises the collaborative effort of learning communication skills and fostering mutual support, reducing pressure on intimate partners and building broader, resilient networks.
Separating from a partner or going through a divorce is a major life challenge and a common stressor for men. This group offers a dedicated space to share the challenges of this process and find support from men who truly understand what you're going through. It's a time of significant upheaval, emotionally and practically.
During separation or divorce, feelings of isolation can be intense, and navigating the complexities of legal matters, co-parenting, and personal adjustment can be overwhelming. Having a place to talk openly about these difficulties without judgment is crucial.
This group provides support and shared experiences from men who have navigated similar situations. Hearing from others who have come through it can offer perspective, hope, and practical insights. It's a community where you don't have to face this alone.
Common Issues We Explore
- Navigating the emotional and practical upheaval of separation or divorce
- Feeling isolated while going through the process of divorce.
- Struggling with the complexities of legal matters, co-parenting, or personal adjustment after separation.
- Dealing with the stress and challenges of a major life transition.
- Needing to talk openly about difficulties without judgment.
- Seeking support and shared experiences from men who understand divorce.
Spirit Animal
The Crab, with its ability to shed its shell and adapt to new environments, symbolises the process of separation and divorce, which involves significant emotional upheaval and personal adjustment. It represents the journey of finding protection and support during challenging transitions, moving through isolation to a new phase of life with shared experiences and hope.
This group provides a safe container to explore intimate concerns and share deeply about topics related to sex, intimacy, and deep connection without fear of judgment. Many men feel unable to share their deepest thoughts or desires in everyday life due to the fear of being shunned or judged.
Discussions about sexuality can be sensitive, and it's crucial to have a space where men can talk openly and honestly about these aspects of their lives. Men often battle sexual temptation, particularly with the proliferation of online pornography, in total silence and isolation, which can be incredibly damaging. Breaches of trust related to sexuality can wreck families, highlighting the need for safeguards and open communication.
Being part of this group allows you to explore these intimate concerns and share deeply with other men in a confidential and safe environment. It can help you gain clarity about your feelings and desires, improve your understanding of intimacy, and potentially strengthen your intimate relationships outside the group.
Common Issues We Explore
- Exploring sensitive topics related to sex, intimacy, and deep connection.
- Struggling with sexual temptation or the impact of pornography.
- Feeling unable to share deepest desires or intimate concerns due to fear of judgment.
- Dealing with the isolation and secrecy surrounding struggles with sexuality.
- Healing from breaches of trust related to sexual behaviour.
- Wanting a safe space to talk openly about intimate aspects of your life.
Spirit Animal
The Spider, a master weaver, symbolises the intricate and sometimes delicate web of sex, intimacy, and deep connection that men seek to explore and strengthen. It represents the courage to navigate sensitive topics and unseen temptations, fostering clarity and building authentic, trusting bonds within a safe, confidential space.
This group is dedicated to exploring the hidden, unconscious parts of yourself – often referred to as the shadow self. Exploring these aspects is a crucial part of self-discovery and understanding your full self. It's essential for the kind of deep "soul work" that leads to personal growth.
Men's groups can be a safe container specifically for this kind of deeper exploration. Often, the things we hide or suppress, whether they are fears, desires, or past traumas, significantly impact our behaviour and relationships without us fully realising it. Facing these parts of yourself requires courage and vulnerability.
In this group, you have the opportunity to delve into these hidden aspects within a supportive environment. This work contributes to increased self-awareness and can help you reclaim aspects of yourself, leading to personal power – not power over others, but the personal "power to" create your own life. It's a space for profound self-discovery and growth.
Common Issues We Explore
- Exploring the hidden, unconscious aspects of your personality (the shadow self).
- Seeking deeper self-discovery and understanding of your full self.
- Processing suppressed feelings or past traumas that are impacting your current life.
- Wanting a safe space for deep "soul work" and personal growth.
- Facing aspects of yourself that require courage and vulnerability.
- Aiming to increase self-awareness and reclaim personal power.
Spirit Animal
The Chameleon, master of adaptation and concealment, perfectly represents the exploration of the hidden, unconscious parts of the self - the "shadow self" - that men may keep camouflaged due to fears or societal expectations. It symbolises the transformative journey of bringing these suppressed fears, desires, or past traumas into awareness for profound self-discovery and personal growth. It signifies the courage to be vulnerable and reveal one's true self in a safe, transformative space.
This group is for tackling career pressures, finding direction in your work, and managing the stress and potential burnout that comes with it. Work is often a key part of male identity, providing a sense of purpose and achievement, but it can also be incredibly demanding, isolating, or unfulfilling.
Stress is a common mental health challenge for men, often stemming from pressures at work, finances, and the expectation to provide. Feeling stuck in a job, dealing with conflict, or struggling with lack of motivation or success can weigh heavily. Managing this stress effectively is essential for your overall well-being, preventing it from negatively affecting your physical, emotional, and psychological health.
This group provides a space to discuss these work-related challenges, find support from other men, and gain perspective. It can help you clarify your direction, manage stress, set meaningful goals related to your career, and provide accountability to help you achieve them. Sharing experiences here can help you feel less isolated in your professional struggles and find ways to thrive.
Common Issues We Explore
- Dealing with high pressure or feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your career.
- Experiencing stress or burnout related to work.
- Struggling with financial strain and the pressure to provide.
- Feeling isolated or lacking motivation or success in your professional life.
- Wanting to find direction or set meaningful career goals.
- Seeking support and accountability to manage stress and achieve work/life goals.
Spirit Animal
The Camel, a creature renowned for its endurance, resilience, and ability to carry heavy burdens across vast, demanding landscapes, embodies the challenges of workplace pressures, career demands, and potential burnout that men often face. It symbolises the capacity to manage intense stress, maintain focus amidst overwhelm, and find inner resources to navigate unfulfilling or isolating work environments without succumbing to exhaustion. It represents the determination to achieve professional goals while seeking balance and accountability for overall well-being.
What We Live By
Group Mission and Values
Our Mission
WYSER Men's Group exists to help men reclaim their power and purpose. Through connection, support, and growth, we guide men to become stronger, more fulfilled individuals - better partners, fathers, and leaders. Together, we build a life of meaning, courage, and impact.
Our Values
Connection That Heals
We create a safe, judgment-free space where men connect with like-minded brothers. Here, you'll find understanding, camaraderie, and the realization that you're never alone in your challenges.
Support That Strengthens
Share your story and receive unwavering encouragement from a brotherhood that truly gets it. Vulnerabilities are met with empathy, and shared experiences become stepping stones to growth.
Empowerment That Transforms
Build emotional intelligence, sharpen your communication, and gain self-awareness. Our workshops and peer mentorship programs are designed to help you take ownership of your life and embrace positive change.
Accountability That Drives Growth
Together, we hold each other accountable to our goals and values. By aligning actions with aspirations, we inspire and challenge each other to rise and stay committed to personal growth.
Transformation That Lasts
Through connection, support, and accountability, men in WYSER Men's Group experience profound personal growth, healthier relationships, and the clarity to lead a fulfilling, purposeful life.
Confidentiality That Builds Trust
What's shared here stays here. Your personal experiences and vulnerabilities are respected, creating a safe and sacred space for honest and open communication.
Your Hosts
Meet Your Founders
Two men. One vision. Together, they've built a brotherhood where men can find purpose, connection, and transformation. Meet the heart and soul behind WYSER Men and our online Men's Group.
Larry Dawson
Co-Founder & Relationship Visionary
For 37 years, Larry Dawson has passionately dedicated his life to transforming relationships and empowering men and women to live with purpose, harmony and joy. As a highly respected relationship counsellor and coach, Larry has guided thousands of individuals and couples toward deeper connection and fulfilment. Read More
Larry is also a pioneer in men's work, co-founding the ManKind Project in Australia over 25 years ago. As a Certified Full Leader and Leader Trainer with ManKind Project International, Larry travelled the world, inspiring men to embrace growth, leadership and accountability. Now retired from global travels, his legacy in the ManKind Project continues to impact countless lives.
Larry's wisdom is deeply personal. As a devoted husband to Bronwen Bell in their blended family of six children and 13 grandchildren, Larry doesn't just teach about relationships - he lives them. Through challenges and triumphs, he embodies love, resilience, tenacity and connection every single day.
Through WYSER Men, Larry channels his passion and decades of experience into helping men worldwide become stronger partners, fathers, and leaders.
His greatest gift lies in helping men uncover the possibilities within themselves and take bold steps toward fulfilling their potential.
Drew Barrett
Co-Founder & Digital Trailblazer
Drew Barrett is the innovative architect behind WYSER Men's digital presence, bringing not just his expertise, but his heart and vision to every aspect of the platform. Read More
With decades of experience as a seasoned IT professional, Drew has mastered the art of creating systems that don't just connect people but transform their lives.
Driven by a relentless passion for supporting men globally, Drew has designed an online haven where men can access the tools, resources, and connections they need to thrive. His work is more than technology - it's a bridge that spans continents, creating a brotherhood that reaches men wherever they are.
Drew's leadership is informed by a lifetime of diverse experiences. His years as an Intelligence Officer in the Australian Defence Force have instilled in him a deep understanding of Emotional Intelligence, Positive Intelligence, and the far-reaching impacts of PTSD. This unique perspective adds profound depth and purpose to his work with WYSER Men, ensuring every man is met with empathy, support, and the opportunity to grow.
Drew's vision bridges the gap between innovation and humanity. He is driven by a mission to leave no man behind, proving that technology can be a tool for connection, growth, and transformation.
More Than Just an Online Men's Group
They've Built an Online Men's Movement
Larry's transformative vision and Drew's technological brilliance are the twin pillars of WYSER Men's Group. Together, they've created a powerful space where men can connect, grow, and reclaim their lives.
With decades of experience, a shared passion for change, and an unshakable belief in the power of brotherhood, they are guiding men toward their fullest potential.
This isn't just a men's group - it's a worldwide association of men. A global brotherhood dedicated to helping men stay safe and step into lives of purpose, strength, and connection.
Founders Larry Dawson (left) & Drew Barrett (right)
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Agreements
The following rules, guidelines and expectations are designed to foster a safe, supportive, and transformative environment for men seeking personal growth and meaningful connections. They are based on the values of WYSER Men's Group.
Connection That Heals
Men Only | This group is exclusively for men, creating a safe space for them to share their experiences. This is not a public forum or a social media platform.
Shared Experiences and Mutual Support | Members are expected to connect with other men and build a sense of camaraderie by sharing their stories and supporting each other.
Openness to New Connections | Members should be open to building new relationships with other members, leading to a deeper sense of belonging and security.
Kindness and Courtesy | Members are expected to treat each other with respect and contribute to a welcoming environment. This includes using thoughtful language.
No Hate Speech or Bullying | Bullying, or degrading comments related to race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, or identity are not permitted.
Support That Strengthens
Non-Judgemental Space | Members should contribute to a non-judgemental space, free from shame or criticism, allowing men to feel accepted and to express vulnerabilities.
Active Listening | Members should listen actively and respectfully to others' perspectives, even when they are different from their own.
Encouragement | Members should provide encouragement and understanding to fellow members.
Constructive Feedback | Members are encouraged to offer feedback in a supportive manner to help others improve their communication.
Generous Support | Members are expected to be generous with their support, as giving to others also benefits the giver.
Reporting Rule Violations | Members should report any violations of the group's rules or guidelines to the group admins.
Taboo Topics | Members are not to share opinions on religion, politics, identity or sexual preferences.
Empowerment That Transforms
Personal Responsibility | Members should take responsibility for their lives, and support each other's growth.
Influence Positive Change | The community aims to empower its members, enabling them to influence positive change within the group.
Healthy Challenge | The group will foster a culture of healthy challenge, where men are encouraged to grow and take responsibility.
Open and Honest Sharing | Members should be open and honest when sharing experiences and perspectives.
Direct Communication | Members are encouraged to be direct and ask for what they need.
Sharing Ideas | Members should share ideas and knowledge, contributing to the community's overall value.
Passion | Members have an opportunity to share a subject they are passionate about on the condition that it relates directly to the purpose, mission and values of WYSER Men's Group.
Accountability That Drives Growth
Get Involved | Members should be active and participate in group discussions, meetings, and activities.
Commitment to Growth | Members should be committed to personal growth, and be willing to examine their beliefs and behaviours.
Goal Setting | Members should set personal goals and share their progress with the group.
Encourage Desirable Behaviours | Members should encourage positive behaviours and provide motivation.
State Your Needs | Members are expected to be honest and directly state their needs.
Avoid Rambling | Members should be concise and to-the-point in communications, respecting the time of others.
No Self-Promotion | Members should not self-promote, spam, or post irrelevant links.
Avoid Dominating Meetings | Members should avoid dominating meetings or attempting to bring conversations back to their own issues.
Avoid Erratic Communication | Members should not post excessively or communicate in an erratic manner.
Transformation That Lasts
Challenge Limiting Beliefs | Members should challenge traditional masculine norms and explore alternative ways of being.
Personal Development | The group promotes personal development through self-reflection and challenging one another.
Emotional Intelligence | Members should develop their emotional intelligence, by recognising and managing their feelings.
Keep an Open Mind | Members are expected to keep an open mind and not judge others.
Invite Feedback | Members are encouraged to ask for and accept feedback.
Bring a Sense of Humour | Members should bring a sense of humour to conversations and help keep the discussions light hearted.
Embrace Vulnerability | Members should embrace vulnerability and understand that it is a sign of strength.
Learn from Others | Members should aim to learn from other's experiences and feedback.
Engage with Diverse Perspectives | Members should engage with different viewpoints and perspectives from the other members.
Contradictory Replies | Members are encouraged to share different perspectives and to engage in debates, as long as they are respectful.
Merlin's Code Program | Members who choose to participate in this program will be guided to understand their personal journey, re-evaluate their priorities, take emotional responsibility, explore relationship dynamics, and create a harmonious family environment.
Confidentiality That Builds Trust
Confidentiality | Members are expected to keep all conversations within the group confidential, and that what is shared in the group stays in the group.
Privacy | Members should respect the privacy of all other members.
Consequences of Not Following Rules
Warnings | Members who do not respect the rules will receive warnings.
Removal | Members who continue to break rules after warnings will be removed from the community.
Content Removal | The group has the right to remove content that is off-topic, does not fit with the community rules or is deemed harmful to the community.
WYSER Men's Group is a place for real connection - a space where men can speak honestly, share what's going on, and support each other through the hard stuff and the wins. At the core of this experience is one unshakable agreement: confidentiality.
For many of us, opening up about our struggles, fears, or even our truth can be hard. The weight of expectation - to be strong, silent, in control - runs deep. That's why we make a clear and sacred commitment: what you share here stays here.
That means:
- No screenshots.
- No sharing posts, comments, or stories outside this group.
- No talking about another man's experience without permission.
- No exceptions.
This commitment also applies to every member including mentors, facilitators, admins, and hosts. We all agree to carry and honour this responsibility.
If confidentiality is breached, access to the group may be revoked. This is how we honour the container - by protecting the integrity of every man who shows up here.
And while confidentiality is our priority, there may be rare circumstances where we need to act - for example, if someone expresses intent to harm themselves or another. In those cases, we'll act with care to ensure safety.
WYSER Men's Group exists because men need a place to be real. Let's protect that place - for ourselves, and for each other.
Why It Matters
At the heart of this group, and what makes it a place where we can truly let down our guard, is the unwavering commitment of all our members to confidentiality. We understand that for many of us, opening up about our struggles, our mistakes, or even just our inner thoughts isn't something that comes naturally or easily. Societal expectations can often leave us feeling like we need to be strong and stoic, dealing with everything on our own.
That's why the promise we make to each other about confidentiality is so vital. It's not just a rule, it's the bedrock of the safety and trust we need to build genuine connections. Knowing that what you share here - your identity, your vulnerabilities, the details of your personal journey - will stay within these virtual walls allows us to create a truly non-judgmental space.
Think of it this way: when you feel safe, you're more likely to embrace vulnerability, to share those deeper parts of yourself that you might usually keep hidden. This openness is where true connection happens. It's how we realise we're not alone in our struggles, and it's how we can learn from each other's experiences without the fear of judgment or your story being shared outside this circle.
Honouring each other's privacy through confidentiality is a fundamental sign of respect. It fosters an environment where we can support each other's personal growth and healing. When we trust that our confidence will be kept, it empowers us to be more honest, to tell the truth at deeper levels, and to build those meaningful relationships that many men find they are missing. Ultimately, our collective commitment to confidentiality is what will allow this group to be an effective and supportive space for all of us.
Weekly Subscription
What you'll get with your WYSER Men's Group membership:
- Access via Browser or Free Mobile App
- Full Access To Courses Such As I Am Enough, WYSER Me, WYSER You and Path of the Elder
- Discussion Groups
- Activities, Challenges and Reflections
- Resource Library (Videos, Articles, Podcasts, Tools)
- Private and Group Messaging
- Video Meetings and eGroup Circles
- Cancel with Ease Any Time