Vic Caldarola
@menswork.bsky.social
I am the founder and lead facilitator for the Shine a Light Men's Project, a mindfulness-based men's discussion group. Most of my non-fiction essays are about men's issues, gender debates, or meditation.
Are you at the point with your beloved partner where love has transformed into the deeper elements of loving kindness? Or do you need inspiration to refocus self-love at a challenging moment in your life? You might consider metta meditation. Check it out:
November 2, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Are you at the point with your beloved partner where love has transformed into the deeper elements of loving kindness? Or do you need inspiration to refocus self-love at a challenging moment in your life? You might consider metta meditation. Check it out:
The Buddha and most of his followers speak in poetic phrases. You may need to read several times before grasping the meaning.
October 26, 2025 at 1:32 PM
The Buddha and most of his followers speak in poetic phrases. You may need to read several times before grasping the meaning.
Why is platonic touch so off-limits for men? Touching among men is filled with fear and uncertainty. What does it mean, we wonder? We are starved for platonic touch: goodmenproject.com/featured-con...
September 5, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Why is platonic touch so off-limits for men? Touching among men is filled with fear and uncertainty. What does it mean, we wonder? We are starved for platonic touch: goodmenproject.com/featured-con...
No, you do not have ADHD, however popular this disorder is online these days. Let's get real: medium.com/@emellis849/...
July 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
No, you do not have ADHD, however popular this disorder is online these days. Let's get real: medium.com/@emellis849/...
Have you ever thought of yourself as a "master of the universe?" Even once? Maybe this will suit you: medium.com/@vcalda/mast...
July 26, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Have you ever thought of yourself as a "master of the universe?" Even once? Maybe this will suit you: medium.com/@vcalda/mast...
Empathy, most of us think we know what this means. In men's groups, we strive to build stronger empathy, in particular the ability to understand and accept another person's point of view, feelings or perceptions. But apparently the word is coming up for debate. NYT: www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/b...
July 25, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Empathy, most of us think we know what this means. In men's groups, we strive to build stronger empathy, in particular the ability to understand and accept another person's point of view, feelings or perceptions. But apparently the word is coming up for debate. NYT: www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/b...
A new masking aesthetic is upon us. These days we should all be wearing hyper-masculine and hyper-feminine masks. Or should we? Check out the story: medium.com/modernidenti...
July 24, 2025 at 7:38 PM
A new masking aesthetic is upon us. These days we should all be wearing hyper-masculine and hyper-feminine masks. Or should we? Check out the story: medium.com/modernidenti...
Doesn't it seem that "masculinity" meant something different prior to the election? How has it changed with the MAGA movement? Leave comments: medium.com/animated-man...
July 24, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Doesn't it seem that "masculinity" meant something different prior to the election? How has it changed with the MAGA movement? Leave comments: medium.com/animated-man...
Do you think you understand the true meaning of consent? Think again: medium.com/hello-love/t...
July 22, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Do you think you understand the true meaning of consent? Think again: medium.com/hello-love/t...
Extraordinary lotus flowers are in season at #Kenilworth-Gardens, NPS, Washington, DC
July 21, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Extraordinary lotus flowers are in season at #Kenilworth-Gardens, NPS, Washington, DC