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Connect. Grow. Belong.

A brotherhood for connection, growth, and real-world belonging.

I KNEW THEN: INTENTIONAL MEN is a brotherhood for men committed to showing up with intention, connecting authentically, and growing alongside other men through monthly curated experiences in

New York City.

 

In a world where men are more connected than ever through technology, many feel increasingly disconnected from themselves, their relationships, and one another.

 

Male loneliness and emotional disconnection continue to impact the well-being of men across our society.

Too many men are navigating stress, loneliness, pressure, and life transitions in isolation—with few spaces where they can simply show up as themselves.

 

We exist to change that.

 

This isn't therapy. This is brotherhood. This is intentional community.

A space where men can slow down, reconnect with themselves, build genuine relationships,

and experience the kind of brotherhood that supports lasting growth.

Because belonging isn’t something you find.


It’s something you build.

JULY EXPERIENCE:

A Sound Bath Experience with Dí Santana

Join us as we launch I KNEW THEN: INTENTIONAL MEN with an afternoon of reflection, restoration, and brotherhood through sound.

This immersive experience invites men to quiet the external noise, reconnect with themselves, and cultivate meaningful connection with others in community.

Guided by Dí Santana—Certified Sound Meditation Leader & Teacher Trainer, Yoga Instructor, and Founder of Attentive Wellness—participants will experience a restorative sound bath using crystal singing bowls and chimes designed to support nervous system regulation, presence, relaxation, and inner connection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EVENT DETAILS:

Sunday, July 12, 2026

Grae Wellness • 89 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10003 (Near Union Square)

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sound Bath Experience

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Optional Post-Experience Social
(Union Square)

 

 

 

 

 

Why INTENTIONAL MEN?

Many of us move through life on autopilot. We show up for work, family, and responsibilities, yet rarely pause to ask ourselves:

Am I living with intention?

Am I becoming the man I want to be?

 

Being intentional doesn't mean being perfect. It means choosing awareness over autopilot, connection over isolation, and growth over stagnation. It means striving to live in alignment with our values, relationships, and purpose—one decision at a time. 

INTENTIONAL MEN was created to give men a place to slow down, reflect, connect, and grow alongside one another. Through curated experiences and authentic community, we're addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing men today: emotional disconnection, and the need for genuine brotherhood. 

Because every man deserves a space to connect, grow, and belong. 

 

THE INTENTIONAL MEN EXPERIENCES:

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Throughout the year, I KNEW THEN: INTENTIONAL MEN offers a variety of thoughtfully curated experiences designed to foster connection, personal growth, and community.

 

Some experiences are free and community-based, while others require registration and a participation fee to support facilitators, venues, materials, and the overall experience.

 

Every gathering is intentionally designed to help men reconnect—with themselves and with another.

Every experience includes:

• A welcoming community atmosphere

• An intentional opening reflection

• A curated wellness, cultural, or personal growth experience

• Guided opportunities for conversation and connection

• A closing reflection to help integrate the experience

Attend the experiences that resonate with you. Each gathering is an opportunity to connect, grow, and belong alongside a community of intentional men.

EXPERIENCES MAY INCLUDE:

  • Wellness and movement experiences

  • Creative and cultural experiences

  • Community gatherings and social connection

  • Personal growth and leadership experiences

  • Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with other men

THIS IS FOR MEN WHO ARE READY TO:

  • Live with greater intention

  • Build meaningful relationships

  • Move beyond surface-level connection

  • Invest in their personal growth

  • Prioritize emotional wellness 

  • Experience genuine brotherhood

THE INTENTIONAL MEN PLEDGE:

As an Intentional Man, I commit to living with intention, treating others with dignity and respect, and investing in my personal growth.

 

I will show up authentically, listen openly, and support my brothers in their journeys without judgment or comparison.

 

I recognize that brotherhood is not given—it is built. It is built through consistency, vulnerability, and the courage to show up first for myself, then for others, and for our shared experience.

 

I understand that my presence matters. Through my actions, I commit to helping create a community where every man feels seen, valued, and connected.

Together, we create a community where every man feels seen, valued, supported, and connected.

 

I show up. I do the work. I build the brotherhood.

JOIN THE BROTHERHOOD:

Whether this is your first experience or your tenth, there’s a place for you here.

 

Join us for an upcoming experience and become part of a growing community of men committed to connection, growth, and belonging.

 

 

HOW TO JOIN:

Joining is simple.

  • Reserve your spot for an upcoming experience.

  • Show up with an open mind.

  • Connect with other intentional men.

  • Leave more grounded, connected, and supported than when you arrived.

Questions? Reach out at ron@iknewthen.co— we’ll get back to you promptly.

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OUR MISSION:

To address male loneliness and emotional disconnection by creating intentional spaces where men build meaningful relationships, emotional awareness, and community through shared experiences, reflection, and authentic connection. Because healthier men build healthier relationships, families, and communities.

 

PARTNERSHIPS & SPONSORSHIPS:

We’re building partnerships with organizations and brands that believe in the power of men’s connection

and emotional wellness.

We’re seeking collaborators including:

• Wellness Studios

• Fitness & Recovery Brands

• Restaurants & Hospitality Partners

• Cultural Institutions

• Community Organizations

• Mental Health & Personal Development Leaders

• Lifestyle Brands

• Companies committed to men’s well-being and community impact

Whether you’d like to host an experience, sponsor an event, provide products, or invest in building healthier communities, we’d love to connect.

Interested in partnering or sponsoring an Intentional Men experience?

This space is for you

your truth,

your healing,

your growth.

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