Hi guys I'm John from Stockholm. Been into self improvement and pickup since about 22 years but haven't been consistent with it unfortunately (or maybe fortunately in the case of pickup). I primarily joined to get into contact with John to ask about coaching for my appearance (style etc) but I'm intrigued by the program and I have a strong feeling I will complete it as well. I do think I need to be reprogrammed from harmful beliefs stemming from the pickup-sphere. I have bipolar depression and have been isolated for many years but find that meeting people helps with the depression and I'm looking to meet the right woman for me to start a family with, the one, as well as make friends. I think improving my appearance will change my vibe which will help in these endeavours. I think it will fix a lot of my issues. My interests include working out at the gym, running, journaling, meditation, mirror affirmations and personal growth. Currently studying to become an electrician.

Welcome to the Weekly Social Challenge Hub. This post will hold every challenge we do as a brotherhood, and will be updated. How it works:• Read the weekly challenge below• Complete it before Sunday night• Post your result or reflection in the comments here below• Support the others who share theirs. Aim to submit Sunday. _________________________________________________________________________________ Week 1 — The Hello Warm Up Say hello to five strangers. Keep it light. No pressure. Post your experience in the comments below. (one sentence minimum) For e.g: "Week 1 - Hello: Smooth. One person smiled, one ignored me. Felt easy." _________________________________________________________________________________ Week 2 — Pretend You Know Them Greet three strangers as if you recognise them. Keep the playful energy until you do the reveal. Post your experience in the comments below.(one sentence minimum) For e.g: "Week 2 — Pretend You Know Them: Got two laughs. One person looked confused then smiled. Fun energy." _________________________________________________________________________________ Week 3 — Would You Like A Conversation Go up to 3 people and ask“ Would you like a conversation?” If they say no, smile and walk away. Post your experience in the comments below.(one sentence minimum) For e.g: "Week 3 — Conversation: Asked one guy. He said no. I stayed calm and walked off. Felt proud I did it." _________________________________________________________________________________ Week 4 — Pretend You Know Them Greet three strangers as if you recognise them.Keep the playful energy going until you do the reveal. Post your experience in the comments below.(one sentence minimum) For e.g:"Week 4 — Pretend: Two people laughed, one looked confused then smiled." _________________________________________________________________________________ Week 5 — Specific Compliments Intro Give three genuine, specific compliments. Nothing generic. Make each one tailored to the person.

Hey mate, Every man reaches a point where he has to ask himself: how do I stay open - without getting walked over? Maybe it’s after a breakup. Maybe it’s after giving too much to people who didn’t value it. Or maybe it’s just that quiet realisation that your openness has a cost if you don’t protect it. This question sits at the heart of my work. Because Social Heartistry has always been about unconditional expression… speaking your truth, revealing your curiosity, without needing anything in return.But unconditional doesn’t mean boundary-less. You can love without losing yourself. You can stay open and still walk away when something isn’t aligned. Protecting your heart isn’t about armouring it - it’s about regulating your openness. Boundaries don’t block love; they preserve it.They make sure your expression comes from fullness, not emptiness.They keep your expression real - not reactive. I saw this even more clearly, in my own story which I touch upon in this academy - walking away from someone I loved, drawing a line, but still keeping my heart open. And this is why I also help men through these kind of transitions - whether it’s recovering from heartbreak, emotional manipulation, or the kind of slow erosion that happens when you overgive, overextend to people that don’t value you. I learned that strength isn’t about staying hard; it’s about knowing when to soften again. Like a rose that curls its petals shut in the storm, not to hide, but to protect what’s sacred and then opens again when the light returns. Because what we want isn’t just social mastery - it’s heart mastery. Cheers, John

For those that weren't able to make the kick off call because you are on a different timezone, or were unavailable etc - please can you leave a comment below stating your timezone, and I will propose a time on a weekend to accommodate you lads...

Hey folks, firstly thank you John for this community. He’s the only person I’d sign up with because most of these teachers don’t actually grow up. Little about me. I was in a long term relationship until a couple of years ago. We were engaged due to get married and then I decided walk out on her. We were living together and wanted a kid. It was the most painful decision I’ve ever made. The grief and guilt took a year to process. And then my father passed soon after which was a double blow. It’s taken a couple of years to heal. But I’m stronger for it. I run a successful coaching and training business, supporting entrepreneurs to win the psychological battle with their minds. Well why am in this community? I don’t even know the purpose of this community! I just signed up because of John. He’s a OG and was a close friend back in the day. After reading his email about love over performance, something touched my soul, so here I am. Considering my intention, I am here to live more of my authenticity in the world and with women! Much love Vineet aka Singhasan