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M.A.G.M.A.
(Married And Gay Men's Association)
~~Maine~~
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MAGMA
meetings
have been
suspended
until further
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A discussion group for married* men who are bisexual, gay, or questioning...
(please note: this is a not-for-profit discussion group, not associated with any business or professional activity)
*(here meaning heterosexual marriage)
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Meetings:
We have suspended the in-person monthly meetings for the time being. Attendance had been dropping, and both Steve and I have had urgent issues we needed to attend to in our personal lives.
The Egroup lives on, and men may well want to meet on their own for support and discussion. The in-person meetings may start up again in the future, and I'll post that information right here!
Please email us with any questions or comments. Best of luck in your journey!
Chris & Steve
Co-facilitators, MAGMA Maine
MAGMA Maine@ aol.com
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Philosophy:
Married Men who are gay, bisexual, or questioning their sexual orientation, often feel isolated in our society. This discussion group is run by gay/bisexual married men who are at varying stages of this struggle. We feel that there are many unique aspects to our situations that only other men in this situation can understand and appreciate. Our goal is support for whatever makes most sense for the individual and his spouse.
Specifically, we wish to support:
1) those who want to make a heterosexual marriage work,
2) those who need help re-negotiating their marital contract,and
3) those who feel that the marriage needs to end for the optimal physical and mental health of those involved.
Format:
The format is planned as a group meeting where people share their stories as they feel comfortable, no-one is required to disclose until they feel ready. Specific problem situations will be solicited, and the group will take turns giving their perspective on solutions, perhaps sharing what did or did not work for them in their own lives.
Our intent is for this to be an absolutely safe and supportive environment. Therefore we have established several ground rules:
1) Confidentiality is critical for many of our
group members.
As such each group member must pledge to
keep the names and stories of other group
members absolutely confidential. We will
encourage using first names only during the
meetings.
2) Confrontation.
While constructive criticism can be healthy
and instructive, we encourage group members
to refrain from personal attacks and
judgements of other members beliefs and
practices. We must practice tolerance and
acceptance within the group if we expect
society to do the same.
3) Safer sex practices will be encouraged and
discussed as a part of trying to improve
the quality (and quantity) of both our, and our
spouses' lives.
4) Meetings should be chem free. Those
individuals who appear to be under the influence
of drugs or alcohol, will be welcomed back at a
later date when they are sober.
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~ New !!! ~
Our Reading list!
Our newly annointed librarian, Ralph, has compiled a reading list for us! It is not required reading and will not be covered on the exam. He has put this together on amazon.com press link below to be directed there. Email Ralph or MAGMA if you have additions you think others might enjoy!
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E-Group Messaging!
We exchange emails as a group with this program. Its a nice way to be in touch with other members, and have group discussions between meetings. If you would like to receive an invitation to join us online, please email us at
MAGMAmaine@aol.com
(or you can use the link below!)
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To read Comments from our current members, please press this link:
If you wish to add your own comments, please email them to us!
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Some related and helpful sites to check out!
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Kids First Center What is the Kids First Center?
It is a place for families who are experiencing separation and divorce to turn to for help. With co-parenting classes, parents understand the need to put their children first and minimize the impact of divorce. The Kids First Center was the joint creation of and a collaborative effort between Resources for Divorced Families and the Junior League of Portland Maine, Inc.
(They have groups and meetings designed specially for parents dealing with GLBT parenting issues. FMI, talk to Joe at the meetings, or email us here!)
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Boys to Men This is an awesome one day seminar for boys and their Dad or mentor. It is focused on helping our young men grow into strong adult males. It explores issues around many of the negative messages that our boys have to hear and process every day (violence, body image, sexuality, etc.). Click on their link above FMI. or talk to CHris or Brian about this excelelnt conference.
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Body Electric is a school of the healing arts committed to helping people experience their potential as healers of self and others through touch, conscious breath, and honoring the wisdom of the body. Body Electric recognizes the holistic connections between mind, body, and spirit and offers opportunities to explore those connections in safe and supportive environments. Body Electric is committed to exploring the healing potential of erotic energy and recognizes the body's wisdom as ancient, sacred, playful, and profound. Body Electric is a school where all sexual orientations are celebrated and all spiritual paths are honored.
(FMI, talk to Chris B or Rob at the meetings, or email us here!)
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