find him on IG: @ian.patzke
Antonio Mazzola opened the meeting by announcing upcoming primal polar pod summer retreat dates, including a collaboration with Mark Guay of Fathers Without Compromise, emphasizing that the "right of passage retreats" in June and August have a low initial price. Antonio Mazzola introduced guest Ian Patzke, who discussed his transition from architecture to professional photography, driven by a desire for self-ownership and pride in his work, and explained that his men's work journey was prompted by the loss of his father about 15 years ago. Ian Patzke detailed his experience joining a men's group suggested by his partner, which helped him process emotions and build self-grounding by taking ownership of his feelings, giving up substances used for numbing, and utilizing meditation to counter negative self-talk, all while navigating the struggle for self-validation in his photography career.
