the whole life practice.

the whole life practice is where the rubber meets the road.

it transmits our evidence-based roots into daily action big and small.

this is how we do it:

1_wholeness

we define wholeness as the state of being a complete and harmonious unity. that means we don't pathologize or reject parts of our members as bad or wrong.

our practice speaks to all aspects of the human, from our interior life and relationships to our bio-physical health, cultural context and more.

we welcome all facets of our members' lives even when they may be difficult, painful or frustrating because in the midst of struggle, wholeness is who we are.

2_people are the heart of antedote

we're doubling down on human.

skilled and certified antedote guides welcome members to the lab for adventurous exploration, facilitating potent two-hour sessions, three to five days a week.

at the end of the day, our main concern is the success of our people, staff and crew alike.

3_antedote arc

the antedote arc begins with a ninety day commitment and lasts between twelve to eighteen months depending on the needs and desires of the crew member and their family.

this extended arc encourages our crew members to discover what is deeply meaningful to them and to cultivate a set of valuable, general life skills that support their vision and goals.

every day, our members come together on a journey of inner and outer exploration where they are challenged to grow mentally, physically, and emotionally.

our approach transcends mere tools and techniques. together, we co-create a profound path towards reconnection to ourselves, each other, and our purpose.

  • + healthy sense of self

    + mature and honest speaking

    + deep listening

    + the power of respect

    + self regulation and calming

    + channeling intensity into purpose

our members learn by doing.

guides create dynamic experiences for their crews with collaborative challenges and games.

afterwards, they reflect together to integrate insights and embody new and meaningful ways of being.

these experimental modules-developed with the best in evidence-based group therapy, coaching and experiential education -challenge the need for intensive therapeutic boarding schools and ineffective, obsolete class-room models.

our practice is inspired by the science of play as well as game-, adventure-, and project-based learning.

  • + sports and games

    + group based inquiry and reflection

    + life skills

    + assertiveness skills

4_comfort in complexity

we live in a world of increasing complexity.

antedote is designed make our crews more responsive to the inner and outer stressors of a complex world.

our practice aims to increase their threshold for discomfort, their ability to self-regulate in response to stress, and to feel confident in finding resources within themselves and their relationships.

5_the lab is our home

our lab is the place for young men to experiment safely and make mistakes they can learn from.

The extensive facility is equipped for athletic training, cold exposure, jiu jitsu, relaxation and decompression, studying, private meetings, circle work, family meetings and more.

it's set-up to provide our members and their families with the space and resources to gather, ground and grow.

6_rite of passage experiences (rope)

members join antedote by making a 90 day commitment to experience the practice and learn the basics. after that, they to choose whether continue on or end their journeys with us.

this is the first of several rite of passage experiences that mark transitions for our members. during these ropes, They enact and embody their developing skills alongside their crew.

community ropes invite our members to engage their emerging sense of purpose, creativity and capacity to serve those beyond their Crew, including their family and supporting communities.

7_the five dimensions of wholeness

wholeness is universal yet occurs differently in each of us.

our five dimensions of wholeness develop the qualities that mental health science has identified that all people rely on to flourish. they are the foundation of the whole life practice.

these dimensions transmit our roots (link to roots page) into consistent embodiment and lived experience.

each one of the five dimensions are entangled with the other four. practicing one enriches them all. when braided together, they cultivate lasting growth and the unique expression of self-lead people.

  • our body is our bridge to the world around us. It is the medium through which we experience life and interact with others. Our body expresses our personal identity and our oneness with nature. We engage our bodies in an ecology of practices that amplify health. we cultivate embodied relationships, set boundaries, feel emotions more deeply, and experience the fullness of being human.

  • we become increasingly skillful and fluid in our ability to access spaciousness as the source of choice. we develop sovereignty when we can step back from our habitual reactions and triggers. in that space, we can make conscious decisions with intention and commitment. cultivating this spaciousness is a shift from reactivity to responsibility. It is here we begin to embody emotional resilience and flexibility. we begin to recognize this spaciousness is an inherent part of us and in it we honor our emotions and our reactions without shaming them nor becoming possessed by them and acting them out unconsciously.

  • we aim to practice habits of mind that support our ongoing cognitive development. we practice diverse systems of thought to better navigate reality and allow us to take action more fluidly. we learn to dedicate conscious focus to what matters most rather than wasting our energy foolishly.

  • we seek to honor and transcend our limitations and habits in service to our purpose by increasing our capacity to do difficult things that are worthwhile. this dimension invites us to get intimate with the challenge of finding and following our purpose. we acknowledge our personal potential exists in each and every moment. we come to understand that finding and following our purpose always occurs in relationship with others.

  • we seek to honor and transcend our limitations and habits in service to our purpose by increasing our capacity to do difficult things that are worthwhile. this dimension invites us to get intimate with the challenge of finding and following our purpose. we acknowledge our personal potential exists in each and every moment. we come to understand that finding and following our purpose always occurs in relationship with others.