Vic Caldarola
@menswork.bsky.social
I am the founder and lead facilitator for the Shine a Light Men's Project, a mindfulness-based men's discussion group. Most of my non-fiction essays are about men's issues, gender debates, or meditation.
Monks Walk for Peace brings tears, joy and hope to millions of Americans. www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SGy...
February 1, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Monks Walk for Peace brings tears, joy and hope to millions of Americans. www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SGy...
The New Misogyny and Violent Extremism in America. Men are in charge with shockingly regressive tactics. Read about it, make up your own mind: msmagazine.com/2026/01/24/c...
February 1, 2026 at 3:39 PM
The New Misogyny and Violent Extremism in America. Men are in charge with shockingly regressive tactics. Read about it, make up your own mind: msmagazine.com/2026/01/24/c...
The Spring 2026 season of the Men's Mindfulness Group has begun. Attendance is limited. Join us at Meetup, or contact us at the project website: www.shinealightmensproject.net
January 29, 2026 at 6:33 PM
The Spring 2026 season of the Men's Mindfulness Group has begun. Attendance is limited. Join us at Meetup, or contact us at the project website: www.shinealightmensproject.net
Do you want honesty from friends with no BS? Join a men's group. substack.com/@goodmenproj...
January 28, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Do you want honesty from friends with no BS? Join a men's group. substack.com/@goodmenproj...
The Spring 2026 season of the Men's Mindfulness Group has begun. Attendance is limited. Contact us at the project website: www.shinealightmensproject.net/
January 22, 2026 at 3:31 PM
The Spring 2026 season of the Men's Mindfulness Group has begun. Attendance is limited. Contact us at the project website: www.shinealightmensproject.net/
An extraordinary discussion on PBS regarding male friendship. Essayist Sam Graham-Felsen and American Institute for Boys and Men CEO Richard Reeves join John Yang to discuss why some men seem to struggle with maintaining social connections. www.pbs.org/newshour/sho...
January 15, 2026 at 9:04 PM
An extraordinary discussion on PBS regarding male friendship. Essayist Sam Graham-Felsen and American Institute for Boys and Men CEO Richard Reeves join John Yang to discuss why some men seem to struggle with maintaining social connections. www.pbs.org/newshour/sho...
The Spring 2026 season of the Men's Mindfulness Group has begun. Attendance is limited. Join us online today! Contact us at the project website: www.shinealightmensproject.net/
January 15, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The Spring 2026 season of the Men's Mindfulness Group has begun. Attendance is limited. Join us online today! Contact us at the project website: www.shinealightmensproject.net/
The Spring 2026 season of the Men's Mindfulness Group has begun. Attendance is limited. Join us online today!
January 7, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The Spring 2026 season of the Men's Mindfulness Group has begun. Attendance is limited. Join us online today!
In Zen we perceive life as a great challenge of impermanence. Thich Nhat Hanh famously said that “thanks to impermanence, everything is possible.” substack.com/home/post/p-...
November 17, 2025 at 10:17 PM
In Zen we perceive life as a great challenge of impermanence. Thich Nhat Hanh famously said that “thanks to impermanence, everything is possible.” substack.com/home/post/p-...
The Buddha is not a idol, but rather a representation of ultimate reality. It is a reminder for followers that we can all bring light to others.
November 14, 2025 at 7:08 PM
The Buddha is not a idol, but rather a representation of ultimate reality. It is a reminder for followers that we can all bring light to others.
This is the most luxurious moss covered hiking trail I have ever seen. Astonishing!
November 13, 2025 at 7:41 PM
This is the most luxurious moss covered hiking trail I have ever seen. Astonishing!
Here at the Blue Cliff Monastery, we are moved to ignore the drumbeat of everyday life, and to focus on the eternal. Somewhat otherworldly, life here is simple. Meditation, walking, Dharma talks and crisp cold air.
The monks and sisters are very kind to lay visitors, and very helpful. 🙏
The monks and sisters are very kind to lay visitors, and very helpful. 🙏
November 13, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Here at the Blue Cliff Monastery, we are moved to ignore the drumbeat of everyday life, and to focus on the eternal. Somewhat otherworldly, life here is simple. Meditation, walking, Dharma talks and crisp cold air.
The monks and sisters are very kind to lay visitors, and very helpful. 🙏
The monks and sisters are very kind to lay visitors, and very helpful. 🙏
Are you at the point with your beloved partner where love has transformed into the deeper elements of loving kindness? Or do you need inspiration to refocus self-love at a challenging moment in your life? You might consider metta meditation. Check it out:
November 2, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Are you at the point with your beloved partner where love has transformed into the deeper elements of loving kindness? Or do you need inspiration to refocus self-love at a challenging moment in your life? You might consider metta meditation. Check it out:
The Buddha and most of his followers speak in poetic phrases. You may need to read several times before grasping the meaning.
October 26, 2025 at 1:32 PM
The Buddha and most of his followers speak in poetic phrases. You may need to read several times before grasping the meaning.
Why is platonic touch so off-limits for men? Touching among men is filled with fear and uncertainty. What does it mean, we wonder? We are starved for platonic touch: goodmenproject.com/featured-con...
September 5, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Why is platonic touch so off-limits for men? Touching among men is filled with fear and uncertainty. What does it mean, we wonder? We are starved for platonic touch: goodmenproject.com/featured-con...
No, you do not have ADHD, however popular this disorder is online these days. Let's get real: medium.com/@emellis849/...
July 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
No, you do not have ADHD, however popular this disorder is online these days. Let's get real: medium.com/@emellis849/...
Have you ever thought of yourself as a "master of the universe?" Even once? Maybe this will suit you: medium.com/@vcalda/mast...
July 26, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Have you ever thought of yourself as a "master of the universe?" Even once? Maybe this will suit you: medium.com/@vcalda/mast...
Empathy, most of us think we know what this means. In men's groups, we strive to build stronger empathy, in particular the ability to understand and accept another person's point of view, feelings or perceptions. But apparently the word is coming up for debate. NYT: www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/b...
July 25, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Empathy, most of us think we know what this means. In men's groups, we strive to build stronger empathy, in particular the ability to understand and accept another person's point of view, feelings or perceptions. But apparently the word is coming up for debate. NYT: www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/b...
A new masking aesthetic is upon us. These days we should all be wearing hyper-masculine and hyper-feminine masks. Or should we? Check out the story: medium.com/modernidenti...
July 24, 2025 at 7:38 PM
A new masking aesthetic is upon us. These days we should all be wearing hyper-masculine and hyper-feminine masks. Or should we? Check out the story: medium.com/modernidenti...
Doesn't it seem that "masculinity" meant something different prior to the election? How has it changed with the MAGA movement? Leave comments: medium.com/animated-man...
July 24, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Doesn't it seem that "masculinity" meant something different prior to the election? How has it changed with the MAGA movement? Leave comments: medium.com/animated-man...
Do you think you understand the true meaning of consent? Think again: medium.com/hello-love/t...
July 22, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Do you think you understand the true meaning of consent? Think again: medium.com/hello-love/t...
Extraordinary lotus flowers are in season at #Kenilworth-Gardens, NPS, Washington, DC
July 21, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Extraordinary lotus flowers are in season at #Kenilworth-Gardens, NPS, Washington, DC