In this generative interview with Will Scobie, we explore the interconnectedness of personal practices with broader societal impacts, including the role of mindfulness in activism and the need for men to share responsibility for building a world beyond patriarchy. We also explore the importance of cultivating openness, curiosity and a willingness to 'sit with theContinue reading "“A willingness and curiosity to sit with the shit”: A generative interview with Will Scobie"
Applying generative journalism in the work of unlearning patriarchy
We're republishing this commentary from the Generative Journalism Alliance, written by Jack Becher, GJA Co-Steward. The only change is the title and this introduction. To find out more about the GJA, visit the Substack or LinkedIn, leave your reflections in the comments section, or join an upcoming session. Over the past two years, Beyond PatriarchyContinue reading "Applying generative journalism in the work of unlearning patriarchy"
What’s emerging through Beyond Patriarchy: An invitation into the next phase
Part Two of a two-part series on 1) what we are learning and 2) what is emerging in this transitionary phase for the Beyond Patriarchy project. Part One is available here. Over the past two years, Beyond Patriarchy has grown through sustained practice, and attention: to what participants bring, to what feels difficult to stayContinue reading "What’s emerging through Beyond Patriarchy: An invitation into the next phase"
What we are learning through Beyond Patriarchy: Harvesting two years of practice
Part One of a two-part series on what we are learning and what is emerging in this transitionary phase for the Beyond Patriarchy project. Part Two is available here. Over the past two years, Beyond Patriarchy has been a lived experiment in collective learning. It began with the question: What does it take to moveContinue reading "What we are learning through Beyond Patriarchy: Harvesting two years of practice"
Beyond Patriarchy with Lasse Hallenga
In this conversation, Lasse Hallenga, a participant in the first Beyond Patriarchy Co-Learning Journey in Spring 2024, tells us about his journey in accepting and expressing so-called ‘negative’ emotions. The conversation also touches on the experience of initiating conversations around these topics with other men.
Beyond Patriarchy with Louis Kennedy
In this conversation, Louis Kennedy, a participant in the Beyond Patriarchy Co-Learning Journey, shares his experience of identifying patriarchy in unusual places, ‘ego work’ and challenging male stereotypes. He reflects on the value of giving space in his life to do this deep work, despite the discomfort, and the importance of having brave spaces and relationships to make mistakes along the way.
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