Crossings
A Men's Story Group
A simple story may stand in the way of a truer you.
Most men are carrying more than they say, and few have a handful of brothers to carry it with.
Crossings is a small group of men who write and tell the stories that shaped them. We meet over eight evenings to listen, ask honest questions, speak the truth a man needs to hear, and help each other find the next right step.
How it works
Write. Before each session you write a short story from your own life, guided by a prompt.
Tell. You read it aloud to a group of men who take it seriously.
Engage. The group listens, asks, challenges and encourages. You leave with clarity about how that story still shapes you, and what comes next.
The prompts follow the first four stages of the ancient story of Jacob: where you came from, the role you played in your family, how conflict and desire were handled, and what it cost to leave home.
What it is, and what it isn't
It is brotherhood with substance: a place to be known, to be honestly challenged, and to grow.
It isn't a venting session, group therapy, or a night of reassuring each other that everything is fine.
The details
When: Every other Tuesday, 7–9 PM, starting January 5, 2027
Length: Eight two-hour sessions
Where: Coaching the Crossroads office, Woodinville, WA
Group size: Six men
Investment: $800, or a payment plan
Request a seat by: December 14
Questions men ask
I'm not a writer. Can I do this?
Yes. The stories are short and plain. Honesty matters, not polish.
How much will I have to share?
You choose the depth. What's shared in the group stays in the group.
Is this therapy?
No. It's a coaching group. If something comes up that needs clinical care, I'll help you find the right person.
How much time does it take between sessions?
About an hour or two to write each story.
What comes after?
Dusk, the second four stages of the journey, for men who want to keep going.
Request a seat
Seats are limited. Tell me a little about yourself and I'll reach out within 48 hours for a short conversation. — Mike