Sons of Now is a men’s group for the metamodern man.
It's an intimate council.
Sons of Now (SON) modernizes the age-old ritual of men gathering around a fire to better themselves. We transform this primal tradition into a group uniquely tailored for our fast-paced, ever-changing world.
It's precisely the kind of initiative our society urgently needs, as we face an unquestionable and dire crisis in masculinity. Anger, confusion, shame—these emotions plaguing the modern man demand open discussion and compassionate support.
Amidst this unique cultural precipice, it can be hard to even know who a man is supposed to be today…Ought we become “alphas” intent on reclaiming power? Hyper-sensitive men eager to apologize for our very existence? Men who performatively adopt indigenous rituals—all sage, whispery voices, and sleek personas?
How about men who, in response to these existential questions, pursue a never-ending cul-de-sac of workshops and personal enlightenment retreats? Or men who continue, unthinkingly laser-focused on building our businesses, deaf to the political and environmental noise?
SON was created to answer these questions—to help define modern masculinity within a community of men who want to be as well as they can be in this wild world.
Because the “crisis in masculinity” is only part of the story.
Today, men also face emergent and unprecedented opportunities. The information age has created the ideal conditions for men to train their body-mind, equipping themselves to meet modern challenges head-on. In fact, there's never been a better time to be a man committed to personal evolution.
This group was formed for those who wish to step forward with intention and vitality to be part of the solution, for themselves as much as for others. It is for those who wish to prioritize the mission of their hearts over mere material gain. It is for those who wish to break free from constricting narratives about masculinity and leadership.
Through this work, we'll nurture a new generation of men: healthy, high-integrity, emotionally adept, and socially impactful stewards for our complex world.
A new vision for masculine leadership
Here, we are not looking to funnel you into any prescriptive version of what it means to be a man. Instead, we’re creating a space for you to discover your authentic Self.
At its core, SON is a process group dedicated to deep transformational work. Think of it as a powerful fusion of group processing, psychotherapy, coaching, and alchemical badassery—all within a supportive community of like-minded men.
The heart of our work lies in rain-or-shine weekly meetings where we engage in honest, open dialogue and share soulful presence. In this space, we support, challenge, and celebrate each other. We work towards helping each one of us to realize our personal visions and dreams. We help each other embody healthy, mature masculinity. And amidst the deep work, there’s plenty of room for laughter and camaraderie.
What sets SON apart is not just its approach, but its intimate size and exceptional members: talented founders, entrepreneurs, executives, spiritual practitioners, and creatives. Consider SON your personal Board of Directors for life. Sound us out, get our counsel, and please, give some too.
Because there is no better way to invigorate your daily state of being and refine your life’s purpose than by regularly keeping council with a group of men deeply committed to your evolution—and their own.
We're curious—what insights might emerge from your dedicated inquiry? How might your understanding of yourself and your masculinity evolve? Better yet, what does our version look like? And how much better can we be, together?
Join us and find out.
What's included
This group is for you if you
"Joining the Sons of Now has been a top investment I've made in myself, my marriage, and my family. If you are looking for a group of guys to support and challenge you, this is it. "
Steven Schlafman
Founder of Downshift
Why "Sons of Now"?
The name alludes to several aspects all men share in common. The first is our contextual location in relative space-time: this group is designed for modern men.
Yet the “Now” also nods to the timelessness of the present moment, the Eternal Now, the absolute truth of our spiritual nature beyond the confines of space-time and identity.
And finally, while we may not all be literal brothers with siblings, we are all sons—sons of our parents, ancestors, the Earth, the cosmos, our culture. “Son” reminds us of a hierarchy present in the natural world, that we are servants, and not masters, of Life.
Also cool: "SON" is an acronym for “sons of now.” But we refer to ourselves as "Sons."
Annual retreats
We host in-person transformative retreats at least once per year, with locations varying across the US. These are an incredibly powerful way to expand the work we’ve been doing virtually and go deeper together.
The retreats involve men’s work exercises, primal expression, dynamic meditation, time in nature, sacred silence, a shared ceremonial plant medicine journey, and time to unwind and celebrate.
Next retreat: November 14th - 17th, 2024
Hudson Valley, NY
Founder & Lead Facilitator
Alex Olshonsky is the founder of Sons. He’s also the co-founder of Natura Care, the creator of Deep Fix, a practitioner of somatic psychotherapy, and a dedicated meditator. He has studied and trained in a variety of men’s groups, and receives regular mentorship from leaders in the men’s work space. At key junctures, men's groups helped him turn his life around and step more fully into his purpose. Now, he wishes for other men to experience this deceptively simple, yet undeniably powerful force for themselves.
New squads are coming soon
We will be launching new groups and organizing even more in-person retreats. If you would like to be notified when new groups/events launch, leave your email below to get notified.
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