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COMMENTS

*Note: Natural Passages was formally known as Medicine of Men.

A true transformational program that gets to the heart of being a man in today's world. I spent the year transforming in ways I would have never believed. Learning to find myself and my desires in a world of mixed messages and confusion. I learned to relate to men (that I have never met before) on a whole different level. Learning to become myself and become part of a bigger picture.. Men supporting men... at a whole new level. Herb has created a program that goes beyond traditional men's groups and teaches you how to support yourself and your fellow man. Something that truly needs to be experienced by men looking to find their place in this world. An eye opening and beautiful experience, one that is worth repeating.

Scot
Chagrin Falls, Ohio

Being seen for who I am as a man by the men engaged in the Men of Medicine Program and loved by them has embolden me to be secure in being, loving, and nurturing the man that I truly am.

Robert
Smiling Heart
Pittsburgh, Pa

For me, the MoMen program was an experiential learning about myself and other men. I feel that it built upon my learnings at the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, and offered me learnings that I could get nowhere else. I am particularly appreciative about how it has rounded out my spiritual beliefs about this life.

I am honored to be part of the continually growing circle of men. Thank you (again) Herb & Will.

Jeff
California

This program is a wonderful experience of the sacred in Native American spirituality, in nature, in the hearts and minds of men, and in the wholeness that is more than the total of these parts. I planned on being Lutheran minister from age 13-26 including seminary. For many reasons I had drifted away from this formal faith community and from regular attention to my own spirituality. The Medicine of Men program was a warm and receptive context in which to reestablish a more intimate contact with my heart, my soul, and my spirituality.

Barry Johnson
Middleville, Michigan

What the program did for me was to open me up how to be more intimate with myself and other males. How to support other males with love, compassion and understanding. To be more present with myself and other males. To remove the masks and step out to be who I really am. I would like to Thank all who showed up, the men of the program, the Hawk, the hummingbird, the wolf, the creek, the rain, the snow, the snake, the spirits and to all the others.

Peace and Blessings,
Corky, Cleveland

Medicine of Men accelerated the transformation of my consciousness from mind based consciousness to spirit based consciousness. It helped me to become more aware of my true nature. It greatly enhanced my spiritual life. It was a joy to know the other men in the program in a far deeper way than I have ever known other men and observe the growth of their spirits. Each of the original participants achieved observable spiritual growth. It was wondrous to behold. Herb Stevenson is an exceptional and mystical leader. I shall always treasure my association with Herb and with all the Men of Medicine.

Dave
Wooster, Ohio

"The Medicine of Men program has taught me to speak, to men as well as women, from my heart and feelings. It's essential for my life and soul. I stand taller as a man and a compassionate human being. I laugh louder, cry from a deeper place, and enjoy life from a more authentic place within me."

Paul
Upper Michigan

There is a lot I would like to say about the program. The effect it has had on me has been resonating louder and louder each day. It's like the bell that calls you to your life and you can't ignore it. I am learning that these rumblings inside of me are not a bad thing to run from, but a good thing. Rumblings of a desire for life. Feelings of wanting to be present and deeply connected to other men who are my brothers as well as a deep longing to be connected to spirit. I have learned how important it is to heal old spiritual wounds (the thought of a condemning god kept me away from this desire to feel connected to spirit and sometimes people) and accept a spirit that loves all. Open heartedness is my path to feeling connected to all things.

Forgiving myself and others is one key to my open heart. I learned that my life starts now. My medicine and gifts are ready for the world as is. They will improve but holding them back is a disservice to me and the world. We all have the highs and lows of life. That is life. Just sit with the lows and allow them to be. They will move through me.

It is 'normal' to experience both the up and downs of life. I bought into the advertising that life is one big high and thought that once I felt good everyday I would be able to share my medicine and I would be healed. Healing and learning is part of the adventure of life. Sharing my medicine helps me and may impact others. I have been impacted profoundly by what some individuals share - but not by all. That is the beauty of it for me. If my medicine and story are needed it will find right the ears. It is not my job to heal the world, just myself. That happens by speaking my truth.

I also think that you and Will's medicine is perfect for me. I hear what you say and listen. I never feel less than or dumb. I feel you both immerse into the group and lead by example with an open heart. It's was an enlivening experience. (except for the throwing up part heh heh). Even that was getting rid of the old dead stuff which is ok.

Have a great Holiday,
Dano
Pittsburgh, Pa.

The Medicine of Men program was transformational for me. I was able to finally say goodbye to the "boy" inside me to allow space for the "man" to come out. I got a chance to slow down, to listen to my heart and soul instead of my mind and to see what is really important to me. I learned to be intimate with another person, to push past the fear of letting some one "see in to me", so that I can enjoy being fully present. I have gained a focus and power in my personal and professional lives and am being more authentic in both. I have become reacquainted with the spiritual world, enjoying my connection with other people, a hawk flying overhead or the wind blowing through the trees. I have learned to accept my gifts and abilities and realize I am a unique being here on earth AND that I share so much with the matrix of life that is around me. I have been able to find MY OWN "medicine" and have it come out in my life. I am simply more alive and that is a good thing! Herb, thanks for the wake up call.

John Griffin,
Washington, DC

The impact of Medicine of Men on me is transformation. Mostly that I know not to give an invasive, non-descript statement because I and the Medicine of Men community I belong to expect and deserve more of me.

Transformation: I let you see me and began to see more of myself. Being different and being seen while standing with and belonging. I am standing in my heart, from this I am not moved. I went out to the edge and you held me, so I did not look away. I have experienced myself. I have experienced relationships. I experience gratitude.

Adam Roth
Cleveland Hts, Ohio

My intention in the first Medicine of Men program was to document on video
as well as participate as much as possible in the discussions, exercises
and activities.

My ability to capture the essence of the program on video proved
disappointing at times, but rewarding in experiencing four long weekends,
through four seasons of nature with 14 men sharing there thoughts, hurts,
beliefs and prayers. Where else in our lives could we get that experience.
It's a precious gift.

Thank you Herb and Jackie.

Blessings, grace and peace...
Ken Billings
Ottawa, Canada

The Men of Medicine initiation process has taught me many valuable lessons. Perhaps, the most important lesson that I learned was how to speak the language of the Medicine Wheel. By understanding the nature of the medicine wheel, my ability to create sacred space and find harmony in my personal life has greatly enhanced. Consequently, I am more grounded than I have ever been at any other point in my life.

Nolan R. Shaw
Chicago, Illinois

These are my impressions as I reflect on the times that Mark returned from the Medicine of Men week-ends.

Mark attended the Medicine of Men program at a time in his life when he was coming out of a "dark night of the soul" experience. I was amazed at how much brighter and more focused he was when he would return home. He was more loving, sensitive and hopeful. I found myself looking forward to his next event!

Bobbi Way
Medina, Ohio

I've noticed many positive changes in Hawk due to the MoMen workshops. He's softened and released layers making him more available to his inner depths and our relationship. He's owning himself in stronger ways with me, his family and other people. He also seems to be more connected to his heart's desires and more confident in his abilities to create them.

Lisbeth Hall

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