Ep 13 Masculinity, Initiation & Violence ~ Stuart Gadenne

DIVE INTO STUART’S MIND…Today, in part 1 of a 2 part episode we’re chatting about ritual, male initiation and violence.Stuart has a background in the military and now teaches diplomats,  journalists and others how to survive in war zones, disaster zones and other dangerous places. He is also a wilderness guide, hunter, facilitator and psychotherapist with a passion for myth and story. Stuart has a particular interest in men’s work including circles, initiations and rites of passage.IN TODAY’S EPISODE, WE CHAT ABOUT…How the loss of sacred rituals and initiation processes has impacted us on an individual and collective level (2:42)What it really means to become an adult (8:07)Stuart’s experience of joining the army and why he felt so unprepared for this initiatory experience (8:58)How and why we seek initiatory experiences and a sense of belonging (14:12)The difference between unconscious and conscious initiatory experiences (16:34)How to support the transition from boyhood to manhood in a healthy way (17:28)The three stages of initiation (20:48)Why we need to rethink violence and physicality (24:24)The hero’s journey and how it relates to the right of passage into manhood (25:32)How the story of Spiderman represents a modern story of initiation (31:10)Why initiation has to involve loss (34:49)And so much more!EPISODE RESOURCEShttps://www.booktopia.com.au/the-way-of-men-jack-donovan/book/9780985452308.htmlCONTACT STUARTInstagram: @stu_gads.Email: [email protected] a letter (encouraged by Stuart!) PO Box 134 Braidwood NSWTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!If you enjoyed this episode of  THERAPEÍA we would be so grateful if you could take the time to share this episode or leave us a 5-star review.Questions? Comments? We’d love to connect with you! Follow us on Instagram @therapeia_podcast or send us an email  [email protected]