Soul Degree

Since 2016, we've been crafting small-batch rustic retreats for men in California, Vermont and other
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05/08/2026

We talk about love like it's something we offer other people -- partners, kids, friends, the dog.

But the most uncomfortable, most overlooked, and most essential love is the one we extend to ourselves. And for a lot of men, that can feel foreign, selfish, bordering on narcissistic.

Here's the truth:

I can't trust myself to love anyone if I can't trust myself to keep the small promises I make to me.

The workout I said I'd do.
The margherita I said I wouldn't drink.
The five minutes of stillness.

Self-love isn't a bubble bath -- it's the daily practice of being someone you can rely on.

03/25/2026

Do you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders?

Like you're just barely holding it all together alone?

Or maybe you just need to vent, let it all out with someone you trust.

The Huddle is for you.

Come join us starting April 1st for our 10 week online gathering where you'll connect with like-minded men on all things life: family, friends, work, spirituality.

Spots are limited and almost full, so register via the link in bio to recieve your welcome package before our first call next week. Registration closes this Sunday, 3/29.

Hope to see you there!

03/17/2026

Are you a curious man? Have you ever looked for signs about what you should do or act upon next?

Consider The Huddle as your sign. The Huddle is an online community that offers a collaborative yet intimate environment for like-minded men to do so.

A sign that you could benefit from by taking a 90 minute break 10x over 10 weeks, for the purpose of doing something good, for yourself, something selfish and personal, something that is additive to your life.

Join us April 1st as we kick off our first session. Registration is open, click the link in bio to learn more.

03/09/2026

When resentment, anger or regret occupy space in your mind and heart it can unknowingly create high stress hormones throughout the body.

Practicing forgiveness makes space, or rather, puts to rest the painful feelings, both mental and physical, that have taken over your being, sometimes unknowingly.

By creating awareness first, you can then listen in deeply and find the negative loops that keep playing in your head. Then you can identify and release any unresolved feelings, resentment or anger that have been plaguing your body and mind.

Remember, forgiveness starts when you stop feeding the loop.

03/04/2026

As a little boy I struggled with my namesake. It was so similar to the young boy in Winnie-the-Pooh stories, that I was often teased about my name. Sometimes, people didn't believe me, thinking I was the one being a joker.

While the issue didn't induce a childhood trauma requiring years of therapy, it has been a source of consternation. Suffice to say, my namesake has been mulled about in my mind, often on walks in the woods.

These days, I'm older, wiser, more accepting of my place on earth. So much so, that I often wish I lived in the 100 acre wood with a bunch of talking animals.

02/27/2026

This idea has been on my heart ever since my father died almost 20 years ago. It came up again when my own son headed off to college. The Soul Degree Father-Son Wilderness Retreat is designed for sons and fathers to step away from the noise of our daily rumble and into the quiet presence of the man who gave you life. There is no better gift one could give than time with your aging father or growing son. If you and your father/son are committed to any of the following, I encourage you to inquire:

To get emotionally, spiritually, or physically closer to one other

To honor each others' past and prepare for your future, together

To enjoy time, develop understanding, and create lifelong memories.

To build meaning and purpose into the next chapter of your relationship.

Giving yourself the gift of time is special. Sharing it with someone you love is irreplaceable.

Applications are open now. Click the link in bio to learn more.

02/13/2026

We as men aren't taught how to rest.
We are taught how to push.

Solitude isn’t weakness — it’s a way to reset.
It’s where pressure drops and clarity returns.

We don’t need more effort.
We need more space.

Space to hear ourselves without interruption. To reconnect with our values instead of obligations. To remember who we are, not what we do.

Give yourself permission to go inward, to listen, to "practice" solitude for no other purpose than to reconnect with our true selves.

01/28/2024

Why should you Huddle up?

Because we often find ourselves isolated, in our heads, seeking.
Because our stories and perspective carry power and resonance.

Because circling up with a heart-centered, trusted community of men is life fulfilling.

Because studying Self (in community) is essential to achieving clarity, peace and strength.

For more information, click the link in my bio or shoot me a DM.

01/24/2024

“A Man’s Capital Is His Experience” This quote encapsulates Soul Degree.

The teachings, the lessons, and the transformation that embody Soul Degree programs stem from a willingness to share. Not just in the thrill of doing something adventurous together, but in the stories men hold. The bedrock of our existence is built on shared experience. And not just physically - but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually too.

To own your life, to love and to cherish it, means that it holds value. Your story, good or bad, big or small, is where the gold is. By showing up and sharing your authentic self, you help distribute lifetime value to others.

Don’t underestimate the degree to which you and the sharing of your lived experience can help others build long-term capital.

01/23/2024

Don’t let anyone convince you otherwise. Side note: this doesn’t mean the work is done…

Self-mastery only comes through self-discovery. The more we are willing to peel back the layers of our consciousness, the more grounded and unflappable we become.

Double side note: this doesn’t have to be a dull or linear process. Seeing who we have been or considering new ways of becoming requires a willingness to look from a different angle. The only thing better gathering objective perspective shared by men you can trust.

01/03/2024

Do you experience anything physical, emotional or spiritual when a rainbow crosses your path?

I often wonder if they are just a part of Mother Natures ad campaign, pushing the importance of beauty and wonder. A subtle yet magical reminder to stop, appreciate and consider all that is possible.

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Dorset, VT
05251

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http://www.souldegree.com/

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