Who Is MENTRaL For?
This space is for you if...
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This space is for you if…
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You’re craving real connection in a world that often feels shallow or performative.
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You feel isolated, burnt out, or carrying more than you can share — and you want support, not quick fixes.
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You’re “doing well” on paper, but inside you want more depth, presence, and alignment.
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You’re curious about growth, masculinity, and community — and want a place where you can show up without judgment.
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You’ve struggled with vulnerability and want to practice expressing what’s real in a safe, grounded circle.
We welcome men of all backgrounds, identities, and life stages — including:
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Young professionals navigating stress, identity, and purpose
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Fathers and sons seeking connection and presence
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Artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs exploring truth and flow
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Leaders and seekers ready to step into authentic, grounded leadership.
Whether you’re new to men’s work or already deep on the path — MENTRaL offers a space to be witnessed, grow, and connect.
You don’t need to be fixed. You don’t need to be perfect.
You just need to be willing to show up
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience to attend?
Nope. You don’t need to be “into spirituality” or have any background in wellness or men’s work. Come as you are — that’s enough.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes, a water bottle, an open mind.
Is this therapy?
No — but it can be deeply therapeutic.We don’t diagnose or treat — but we do help you reconnect with yourself and others in a supportive, nonjudgmental way.
Can I invite a friend?
Absolutely. We encourage it — just make sure they RSVP in advance (via Meetup or our site) so we can manage group size and create the safest space possible.
Do I have to talk or share?
Never. You’re always invited, but never pressured. You’ll be encouraged to stay present, breathe, and participate at your own comfort level.
What actually happens in a session?
Each circle includes a combination of breathwork, authentic relating games, circling, sound healing, and light movement or stretching. Every session is guided, grounded, and designed for all levels.
Can I eat or stretch during the session?
Yes! MENTRaL is about authentic presence — not pretending. You’re welcome to stretch, breathe, take space, and even sip tea or eat lightly during the process.
Why This Matters
— The Reality for Men Today
1 in 5 men in Canada say they feel lonely “most of the time.”
Loneliness — especially for men in their 30s to 50s — is rising steadily across urban areas like Montreal.
Source: [Canadian Men’s Health Foundation, 2021]
75% of suicides in Canada are men.
Men are often less likely to seek support or talk about their struggles, leading to dangerous outcomes when silence becomes a pattern.
Source: [Public Health Agency of Canada, 2022]
Over 60% of men say they don’t have someone they can talk to when they’re feeling low.
Despite having friends or partners, many men still lack emotional outlets.
Source: [Movember Canada, 2022]
Men in Quebec are 3x more likely to die by suicide than women, and Montreal has some of the highest urban mental health hospitalizations in Canada.
Source: [Institut national de santé publique du Québec (INSPQ), 2022]
Less than 30% of men who experience symptoms of depression or anxiety will ever seek help.
Source: [CAMH & Men’s Health Research, UBC]
If any of this resonates with you, you’re not alone — and you’re in the right place.
At MENTRaL, you don’t have to prove anything. You just have to show up — exactly as you are.
Through connection, breathwork, laughter, and reflection, you’ll rediscover that real strength isn’t measured by how much you carry, but by the courage to set some of it down.
Not because you’re broken, but because you’re ready — to step into wholeness, presence, and brotherhood.