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Connect'd Reads: Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships
- Where: Online
- Hosted by Mike Cameron
About this gathering
Most of us have been taught to communicate in ways that create distance, judgment, or conflict, often without even realizing it. Whether it’s at work, with a partner, or in our own heads, the language we use matters.
This February, Connect’d Reads is diving into the "Life-Changing Tools" of Nonviolent Communication (NVC). We aren't just reading for information; we’re reading for transformation. Join a group of like-minded men as we strip away the "shoulds" and "faults" to find a more authentic, powerful way to connect.
Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is built on the radical premise that all human behavior stems from an attempt to meet universal needs. Marshall Rosenberg provides a practical four-part framework, Observations, Feelings, Needs, and Requests, to help individuals move past judgmental "wolf language" and into authentic "giraffe language" (heart-centered connection). Rather than using words to criticize or coerce, NVC teaches men how to express their own honesty with clarity and listen to others with deep empathy. It is less about "winning" an argument and more about creating a quality of connection where everyone’s needs can be met through natural compassion.
🗓️ The Schedule
We meet live via Zoom every second Sunday to discuss our progress, share insights, and practice the tools in real-time.
- Kick-off Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM MST
- Frequency: Every 2nd Sunday
🛠️ What You’ll Walk Away With
- Conflict Resolution: Learn how to express your needs without sparking defensiveness in others.
- Empathy as a Tool: Understand what’s actually happening behind the words of the people in your life.
- Self-Clarity: Break the cycle of self-judgment and identify what you truly need to thrive.
- Community: Real talk with a brotherhood committed to personal growth.
"Words can be walls, or they can be windows." Let’s build some windows.
Ready to join the conversation?
Order the book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Life-Changing-Relationships/dp/189200528X
All you need to do is show up. Sit and listen, or join in and share. You are not alone.
Questions men ask us
What is Connect'd Men?
Connect'd Men is a community for men who want to slow down, open up, and reconnect, with themselves and with each other. We create safe spaces where men can explore their emotions freely, build genuine friendships, and practise the kind of vulnerability that leads to real connection. Our gatherings are built on the S.O.A.R. framework: Slow Down, Open Up, Accept, and Reconnect.
Who is Connect'd Men for?
Any man who wants to grow emotionally and connect more authentically, wherever he is on that journey. Whether you're going through a difficult season, feeling isolated, or simply want deeper friendships, you belong here. No man is too new, too broken, or too late. Come as you are.
What happens at a gathering?
Each gathering follows four parts. We begin with a few minutes of mindfulness to help everyone slow down and arrive. Each man checks in with how he's feeling, without needing to explain or justify it. We move into a theme, guided by a topic but always open to what's most present for the men in the room. We close with check-outs, each man sharing one thing he's taking with him.
Do I have to talk?
No. You're welcome to sit and listen for as long as you like. Many men do at first. When you're ready to share, the space will be there.
Does it cost anything?
No. Gatherings are free to attend, and creating an account is free.
Is Connect'd Men therapy or counselling?
No. Connect'd Men is a peer community, not a clinical or therapeutic service. Our gatherings are facilitated spaces for honest conversation, connection, and mutual support, not treatment. Many members find that showing up consistently, being heard, and hearing others makes a real difference to their wellbeing. If you're going through a mental health crisis, we encourage you to also work with a qualified professional. In Canada you can call or text 9-8-8 any time.
How is Connect'd Men different from other men's groups?
Most men's groups are built around activity, networking, or self-improvement content. Connect'd Men is built around honest conversation and emotional presence. We don't fix, advise, or perform. We listen, share, and hold space. The S.O.A.R. framework and our group agreements create a kind of trust most men have never experienced with other men.
Is everything shared in the group confidential?
Yes. Confidentiality is one of our core group agreements: what's shared in the group stays in the group. It's the foundation that makes real openness possible, and every man commits to it.
How do I join Connect'd Men?
A good first step is our free Connection Quiz. It takes about four minutes and gives you an honest picture of where you are right now. Then find a gathering near you or online: one short form creates your free account and saves your spot. You're also welcome to reach out to us with any questions first.
Where are gatherings held?
In-person gatherings are currently held in Connect'd Reads, Langley, BC and Williams Lake, BC. There are online gatherings too, open to men wherever they live. See upcoming gatherings for dates and places.