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Radical Self-Acceptance
A Mindfully Gay Spring Weekend Retreat | March 27 - 29, 2026
Radical Self-Acceptance is a weekend retreat for gay men who are ready to soften the grip of self-judgment and step into a more honest, compassionate relationship with themselves.
Heber City, Utah | Starting at $395
Reclaim Wholeness
This retreat explores how shame, comparison, perfectionism, and internalized expectations quietly shape our inner lives—and how we can begin to loosen their hold. Together, we will gently examine the stories we’ve inherited about who we’re supposed to be, while creating space to reconnect with who we actually are.
Through guided conversations, mindfulness practices, embodied movement, quiet reflection, and meaningful connection with other men, this weekend invites you to practice acceptance not as an idea, but as a lived experience. This is not about fixing yourself—it’s about remembering your inherent worth, cultivating self-trust, and allowing yourself to be seen without performance.
A Weekend of Connection
Emotional
Open discussions and talking circles create space for sharing feelings, experiences, and ideas in a supportive environment where vulnerability becomes strength.
Physical
Experience the healing power yoga with guided group practices designed to re-connect with your physical body.
Spiritual
Participate in Indigenous Rituals like Altar-Building and an Ancestor Offering to help find guidance on reclaiming your wholeness and fully honoring yourself.
Your Journey Through the Weekend
1
Friday Evening
Meet your fellow travelers during a welcoming dinner. Gather in Circle to build our Altar set our intentions for the weekend.
2
Saturday Morning & Afternoon
Ground yourself with a morning meditation and yoga practice. Enjoy a nourishing breakfast. An afternoon session will include an Ancestor Offering and dinner.
3
Saturday Evening
Participate in the powerful exercise that will allow us to peel away the layers of inauthenticity to reveal your true self.
4
Sunday Morning
Bring your experience full circle with final meditations, yoga, a meaningful talking circle, and heartfelt closure ceremonies before returning to the world renewed.
Come As You Are
Come as you are yet leave with a deeper sense of belonging—to yourself, and to a community that understands the courage it takes to live authentically.
Fun AND Introspective
This isn't just another serious workshop—we believe profound growth happens through joy and play as much as through reflection. Our weekend balances social connection with meaningful introspection.
  • Casual meals and conversations
  • Optional fire pit and hot tub gathering
  • Structured talking circles
  • Transformative ceremonies and practices
Meet Your Facilitators
Jerry Buie
With decades of experience facilitating men's groups, Jerry brings compassionate guidance and deep wisdom to create safe containers for authentic connection and personal growth.
John Cottrell
John's expertise in mindfulness practices and community building helps men step into their bodies and hearts, fostering meaningful connections that extend beyond the retreat weekend.
Together, Jerry and John create a perfect balance of structure and flow, ensuring every participant feels seen, heard, and held throughout the retreat experience.
Join us for this mindful weekend!