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We've got a fire going and we want you to join us...

The Brothers’ Hearth

YMA Facilitator: Ben Fishbein

YMA Founder: Pete McLean

Tuesdays in May 7:00-9:00 PM EST

We do not have answers, no map, no formula.

But by the fire of our sincerity and shared attention, we hope:

  • to explore a few simple processes to expand our emotional literacy and deepen our self-inquiry

  • to witness each other in our truth and be witnessed

  • to share the struggles, joys, and questions that our lives are bringing to us at present

  • to reflect in a safe and respectful container about how masculinity has uplifted us, wounded us, and informed our perceptions of others and the earth

  • to practice reverence, empowered vulnerability, and authentic expression

Sliding Scale Pay Structure

Expressing vulnerably and truthfully is a practice.

The Brothers' Hearth provides support, care, respect, and tender listening in the deepening of this practice.

YMA offers the Hearth as a practice space... and as a way of life.


Drawing on Dr. Bayo Akomolafe's innovative pay structure, we are offering this course on two different sliding scales:

  • For those with lower access to wealth in our global context, the fee is $100-300. 

  • For those with greater access to wealth in our global context, the fee is $300-1000. 

To decide which scale you belong on, and where, please consider:

  • where your ancestors exist on the spectrum of historical discrimination

  • your income streams, existing or anticipated (will you receive an inheritance? are you being supported by family? do you have investments?)

  • whether you have people who depend on you for financial support

  • the socio-economic conditions of your neighborhood 

If you have questions or concerns about payment, please be in touch.  Seriously. We want you here and are committed to making it happen.