THE KING'S RETURN
A Midlife Rite of Passage for Men in Relationship
To the man in midlife whose partner is in menopause:
- Arguments flare up out of nowhere
- Intimacy fades, leaving silence in its place
- No matter what you do, it never feels like enough
- You’re holding it together on the outside...while falling apart inside
It’s not just her menopause. It’s not just your andropause.
It’s the collision of two life transitions, and without guidance, it can cost you your marriage, family, finances, and your sense of self.
The truth? You don’t need more “tips” or quick fixes. You need tools for midlife that actually work.
In this 8-week program, you’ll learn to:
✅ Release the patterns that sabotage love and relationship
✅ Communicate without defensiveness or blame
✅ Rebuild intimacy without pressure or shame
✅ Lead with clarity and presence through midlife’s changes
✅ Write your own King’s Code: a compass for the second half of life
To the man who’s been holding it all together while silently falling apart: I see you.
You’re shouldering responsibilities no one talks about. Navigating your partner’s menopause. Wrestling with your own changes. Questioning your worth, power, and purpose.
I’ve walked that path. I tried to "fix," or "solve," or use "logic" with my wife who didn't need or want them. I knew it but I didn't have any other tools, so I played the victim. I numbed out, and nearly lost everything.
This isn’t a “fix your marriage” program. It’s not tricks or hacks. This is about becoming an even better version of yourself. Maturing that young man that lives within the older body that you see in the mirror.
– Mark J. Platten
The Crossroads
You’ve reached a point where silence feels safer than speaking. Where she doesn’t recognize you — and neither do you.
The arguments, the distance, the loneliness… they’re not just problems. They’re warnings.
If nothing changes, you know where this road leads:
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A marriage that slowly dies in silence
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A blow-up that leaves you starting over midlife
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The temptation to be out of integrity and stray in your relationship
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Or a version of you that keeps shrinking until there’s nothing left
This is the crossroads every man in a midlife relationship must face.
And the truth is, you can’t wait this out. You can’t fix it with willpower or avoidance. What your relationship needs now is not a “fix.” It’s leadership. Grounded, present, steady leadership.
The Questions You Don’t Say Out Loud
Most men carry thoughts like these in silence:
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What will others think of me? I should be able to handle this.
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Everyone else has this figured out. What’s wrong with me?
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What if the problem really is me, and I can’t fix it?
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What if I can’t perform the way I used to?
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Why has she changed so much? Why can’t she appreciate me?
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Maybe it’d be easier to walk away and start over.
If you’ve had thoughts like these, you’re not alone. The truth is, without guidance, you’ll keep falling back on the same tools that aren’t working.
The Lone Wolf Myth
It’s time to put away the “lone wolf” idea so many of us (myself included) were raised with.
Men don’t grow in isolation. We grow when we are sharpened by other. when we’re held accountable, challenged to rise higher, and reminded of who we are capable of being.
This is the power of The King’s Return, a container where men walk this road together, becoming better husbands, fathers, and leaders.
You don’t need to be perfect.
You need to be willing.
The Promise
The King’s Return is not therapy or quick fixes. It’s an initiation into emotional maturity, masculine wholeness, and sovereign leadership.
You’ll leave with:
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A clear sense of purpose and grounded presence
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Tools to navigate conflict with steadiness, not reaction
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A new frame for understanding your partner’s changes
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Ownership of your story, without shame or blame
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Daily practices that keep you centered, embodied, and strong
The 8-Week Journey
Week 1: The Mirror Between You
You begin by taking a clear-eyed look at where you are now: with yourself, in relationship, and how you’re showing up. This week builds awareness without blame, setting a foundation for honest growth.
Week 2: Prince Patterns → King’s Responsibility
Learn to recognize the immature patterns (avoidance, fixing, defensiveness) that keep you stuck. Instead of shaming yourself, you’ll begin practicing new ways of responding with steadiness, presence, and responsibility.
Week 3: Her Fire, Your Forge
Menopause and andropause are both fire, but fire can refine as much as it can burn. This week gives you tools to meet her changes without taking them personally, while using your own transition as a forge for strength.
Week 4: Conflict Without Collateral Damage
Disagreements don’t have to tear your relationship apart. Learn how to argue for understanding, not victory, and how to pause, reset, and repair before things spiral out of control.
Week 5: Rebuilding Intimacy Without Pressure
Intimacy shifts in midlife. This week helps you rebuild emotional closeness and physical connection with respect and tenderness, removing the pressure and expectation that kill desire.
Week 6: Emotional Responsibility
Instead of exploding or shutting down, you’ll learn to contain, regulate, and express your emotions in a way that builds trust. This is where you begin embodying the steady, grounded presence of a King.
Week 7: Becoming Trustworthy Again
Words don’t rebuild trust, consistent action does. This week you’ll learn how to align what you say with what you do, creating a sense of safety and dependability your partner can feel.
Week 8: The Return Home
In the final week, you’ll create your King’s Code: a personal compass you can live by. This is your declaration of the man you are becoming, and a roadmap to keep you aligned long after the program ends.
You’ll Receive:
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Weekly Structure: 8 modules + 8 live Zoom calls
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1:1 Support: Private intake + completion sessions
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Tools & Practices: Field Guide, meditation toolkit, guided shadow work
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Relationship Resources: Weekly couple’s guide, accountability pods
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Expert Guidance: Masterclass on porn recovery, closing King’s Council, and other expert guides.
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Guarantee: 100% money-back within 30 days
"Mark Platten is someone who truly embodies the Divine masculine. For anyone looking to go deeper into what that means, I would highly recommend him. Whether it is about how to live a deeper and fuller life, friendships, family or relationships, Mark has always offered wisdom and teachings that will change your life!"
Derek R.
"22 years ago, Mark had the vision and dedication to start a men's group that continues to thrive today. His ability to bring people together in meaningful connection is a testament to his spiritual depth, natural leadership, and unwavering commitment to community. He leads not from ego, but from the heart. He is genuinely present and always grounded in service to others."
Don T.
