I've highlighted the Red Dust Healing approach before and recommended an excellent article. I thought I'd give another plug, highlighting six underlying philosophical principles underlying the approach.
'Philosophical Principles Guiding the Red Dust Healing Program
1. Ancient traditional practices, morals and values should be understood as a way of addressing issues in today’s society;
z Exploration of one’s personal history addresses the question: If we do not acknowledge who we are and from where we came, how can we know where we are going?;
3. Healing is defined as a spiritual understanding of self, identity, love, belonging, family, security, hurt, heartache, good times and laughter;
4. Healing is a renewed grasp for hope that grows from developing love, respect and understanding of ourselves and others who support us. Healing comes from telling your story in a place and with people that offer acceptance and tools for going forward;
5. Healing does not happen immediately. Time and personalised support are required to learn and practice the new tools, negotiate systems that may still feel foreign or threatening, and refine one’s ability to trust the heart over the head; and
6. Helping men heal, in particular, will have a spreading positive effect on his relationships with his children, partner and family, as well as the community.'
'Philosophical Principles Guiding the Red Dust Healing Program
1. Ancient traditional practices, morals and values should be understood as a way of addressing issues in today’s society;
z Exploration of one’s personal history addresses the question: If we do not acknowledge who we are and from where we came, how can we know where we are going?;
3. Healing is defined as a spiritual understanding of self, identity, love, belonging, family, security, hurt, heartache, good times and laughter;
4. Healing is a renewed grasp for hope that grows from developing love, respect and understanding of ourselves and others who support us. Healing comes from telling your story in a place and with people that offer acceptance and tools for going forward;
5. Healing does not happen immediately. Time and personalised support are required to learn and practice the new tools, negotiate systems that may still feel foreign or threatening, and refine one’s ability to trust the heart over the head; and
6. Helping men heal, in particular, will have a spreading positive effect on his relationships with his children, partner and family, as well as the community.'