I have been in a men’s group that has been meeting for 46 years. I was thirty-five years old when it began and I’m eighty-one now. I want to start a new group and am looking for ten mid-life men who would like to be in the group with me.

                Midlife is a time for change and transformation. Success is enhanced by surrounding oneself with other men who are learning, evolving, and supporting each other on this journey with an experienced guide to light the way. We will focus on the following four pillars:

• Becoming your authentic self and being the best you that you can be.
• Deepening your love for your intimate partner, children, family, and friends.
• Embracing your calling and bringing your unique work to the world.
• Being a champion for good in a world where so much bad is happening.

Why I’m Looking for a Few Good Men to Join Me Now

                When I turned 80 in December 2024, I began thinking of starting a new men’s group. I had just interviewed my friend and colleague Chip Conley, CEO, and founder of Modern Elder Academy about his new book, Learning to Love Midlife. Chip offered a new and expanded understanding of midlife change and described three midlife age stages: (1) 35 to 50, (2) 50 to 60, (3) 60 to 75.

                I had the unique privilege of joining a men’s group in 1979 when I was 35 years old. It forever changed my personal and professional life. The group is coming to an end after forty-six years. Four of our members have died and we have come to a natural ending point. I feel called now to mentor and learn with others. I am looking for a few good men to join me in an adventure of a lifetime.

                The Czech stateman and dissident, Václav Havel, spoke to our times when he said,

“Today, many things indicate that we are going through a transitional period when it seems that something is on the way out and something else is painfully being born. It is as if something were crumbling, decaying, and exhausting itself, while something else, still indistinct, were arising from the rubble.”

                This is our time to do our part to help create a better world for everyone. The world needs you. Your family needs you. You need you! And we need each other.

Who Should Consider Applying to Join the Group?

• You are a midlife man who has been in a men’s group or has considered being in one.
• You recognize the value of being with caring and supportive men to share your journey.
• You are successful in life and a natural leader but are ready to do more and be more.
• You hunger for a wise community of colleagues in your corner who support your growth, hold you accountable, and celebrate your victories. 
• You may be a counselor, coach, or healer, but whatever your profession you want to help people thrive and succeed in life.
• You are ready to be mentored by an experienced elder and want to share what you have learned with other men.

I Invite You to Join the Diamond Men’s Circle: Here Are Answers to Some Important Questions

                What is The Diamond Men’s Circle?

                The Diamond Men’s Circle is an online group coaching program for personal and professional development. The group meets specifically for the purpose of supporting conscious and intentional self-discovery, growth, and transformative change. The Men’s Circle is a cost-effective way to engage in powerful coaching without the private 1:1 coaching price tag. The spirit of the meeting is to cultivate a strong and trustworthy fellowship of support by allowing the ancient wisdom of men the men’s circle to guide our journey together.

                How many members are in the circle?

                The circle will be limited to ten men, plus Jed as your mentor, coach, and facilitator.

                How frequently do we meet and for how long?

                The Men’s Circle meets twice a month for 90 minutes each session. The minimum commitment is three months, or you may choose a 12-month membership. The Men’s Circle runs perpetually so enrollments may roll into another three- or 12-month membership. Some members continue indefinitely and consider The Men’s group an important part of remaining healthy, grounded, and successful through the years.

                When will the group begin?

                Those interested can apply now. The group will begin in June (Men’s Health month).

                How are the groups facilitated?

                Through a custom-created curriculum, structure, and Jed’s facilitation, members explore topics and practices together, as well as deeply engage in their own learning edges just outside their comfort zones. While Jed designs and facilitates the exercises, practical applications and practices, some of the content is also driven by the members themselves – on the topics they wish to explore.

                Homework and assignments take place in between calls to keep the learning momentum and engagement going, as well as practical actions steps to implement in your life. Networking with other members of the group is encouraged during and between sessions.

                Are other experts involved?

                I have numerous colleagues who share their own expertise in recorded discussions with Jed and may also be available to answer participants questions live. Here are some of  those involved:

• Dr. Gary Barker, International voice for healthy manhood, gender equality and violence prevention. CEO of Equimundo.  
• Chip Conley, Co-founder and CEO of the Modern Elder Academy and author of Learning to Love Midlife.                                
• Michael Gurian, Journalist and bestselling author of 32 books including The Wonder of Boys and Boys: A Rescue Plan (with Shaun Kullman).
• Kelly Wendorf, Founder/CEO of Equus, author of Flying Lead Change: 56 Million Years of Wisdom for Leading and Living.
• Richard V. Reeves, Founding President of the American Institute for Boys and Men, author of Of Boys and Men.
• Mo Gawdat, Former Chief Business Officer at Google X, bestselling author of Solve For Happy.
• Marianne J. Legato, M.D., Founder Foundation for Gender-Specific Medicine, author of Why Men Die First: How to Lengthen Your Lifespan        
• Drs. Harville Hendrix & Helen LaKelly Hunt, Relationship experts, authors of Getting The Love You Want.
• Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor, Harvard-trained neuroscientist, author of My Stroke of Insight and Whole Brain Living.                  
• Dr. Warren Farrell, Author of The Boy Crisis and Role Mate to Soul Mate. 

                What is the investment?

• Three-month program $900  ($300/month).
• Twelve-month program $3000 (Save $600).
• There is potential for the group to continue beyond a year if the members are interested.

                Is individual counseling available if desired?

                Private, individual sessions with Jed are at the regular rate of $450 per hour. Members of the Men’s Circle who desire individual counseling will have priority when an opening is available.

                Who are Men’s Circles for?

                Men’s Circle is perfect for you if:

• You are ready to jumpstart your personal and professional growth.

• You seek a community of like-minded individuals who share your goals and values for transformative change.

• You know you need to improve your love life.

• You are considering shifting or upgrading your work life and want to work smarter with less stress, more purpose, increased income, and greater satisfaction.

• You want deeper and more satisfying friendships with men.

• Your life is changing and you need to get clarity about your priorities and how to remain true to yourself.

• You know humanity is in trouble and you want to ensure a better future for your children, grandchildren, and future generations.

                Who is Dr. Jed Diamond?

                You may know me from one of the seventeen books I have written since me first book, Inside Out: Becoming My Own Man, was published in 1983 or from one of my international bestsellers, Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places, Male Menopause, or The Irritable Male Syndrome. You may not know that I am one of the world’s leading experts on Gender-Specific Healing and Men’s Health, have run a successful million-dollar-one-person business for many years, and have been married to my third wife, Carlin, for 45 years. We have six grown children, seventeen grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.

                 What’s next? I think this might be what I’ve been looking for.

                If you feel moved to act, I would like to meet you. Drop me a note to [email protected] and put “Men’s Circle” in the subject line. I will get right back to you so we can meet, discuss your needs, answer your questions, and see if this is right fit for you. There are only ten spots available. So, if you are interested, I suggest you contact me right away.

                I will share more about the group and the importance of men’s work in future articles. If you haven’t already, feel free to subscribe to my free weekly newsletter here: https://menalive.com/email-newsletter/