Do you relate to any of these?

‘I have many male friends but we talk on the surface.’

‘My partner tells me, she does not feel understood and I need to listen better.’

‘I feel I can be a better parent to my kids, but don’t know how.’

‘I wish to have a healthier relationship with my female friends but feel unsure of myself.’

‘I wish to be more emotionally aware at work but I don’t know where to begin.’

‘I know there is a vulnerable side to me and I don’t know where and how to begin to express it.’

Why this? Why now?

The traditional roles of men as conquerors, providers, and saviors have long dominated the narrative of masculinity. Today those traditional qualities are no longer relevant – in fact, many of these contribute to some of society’s deepest problems like misogyny, patriarchy, gender disparity, violence, and even war.

These narrow images keep men stuck. This has led many men to abandon emotional expression leading them to feel isolated from their own emotions. The lack of role models who embrace both the masculine and the feminine aspects of themselves has only deepened this disconnection.

Families and organizations need men who are unafraid to embrace their full selves. Those proud to show tenderness and empathy as well as their strength and courage.

What we offer

A transformative weekend program plus online support, this is a growth circle designed exclusively for men who seek to embrace their whole selves.

Safe and confidential space: Our growth circle provides a supportive environment where you can openly share your vulnerabilities, anxieties, fears, and dilemmas without judgment.

Holistic exploration & healing: You’ll delve into the aspects of yourself that have been suppressed, ignored and that you have failed to embrace.

Personal growth and renewal: Through guided discussions, activities, and reflective exercises, you’ll gain insights into your true self.

The outcomes you create with this program:

Emotional Mastery

Learn to embrace and manage emotions such as anger, fear, sadness, shame, and guilt, leading to greater self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

Authenticity

Learn to embrace all facets of yourself, including those traditionally viewed as "soft" or "feminine," and integrate them into a more complete and authentic version of who you are.

Enhanced relationships

As you embrace your vulnerability and deeper emotional landscape, you’ll find that your relationships will change — with other men and women.

Who is this for?

Men aged above 30+

Looking for a support system to explore and express your whole self in a safe and empowering space
Looking to bring more emotional intelligence to personal and professional roles
Seeking to change some long standing relational and life patterns

Sailaja Manacha
Certified coach & accredited psychotherapist

Founder, Physis

Sailaja Manacha is an accredited psychotherapist known for her programs and coaching methods that combine psychology with leadership practices. In her work, Sailaja draws from Psychology, Ontology, NLP and Spiritual frameworks as well as rich, real-world experiences.

Sailaja Manacha has 24 years of experience as a psychotherapist, teacher and leadership coach.
She is an accredited Psychotherapist/ Accredited Trainer of Psychotherapists certified by the International Transactional Analysis Association.
She is a Master Certified Coach (MCC) from the International Coach Federation (ICF).
She is a leadership coach and the author of Step Up, a book on women’s leadership.

Suriyaprakash C

Integrative coach

Founder, Relations

Over the past three decades, Suriya has embraced an integrative approach with the motto “rehumanise work; revitalise life” synthesising transactional analysis with Vedanta, embodying the values of integrity, dignity, and freedom in serving his clients realize their full potential. His extensive experience includes facilitating teams, coaching entrepreneurs, managers, and leaders, counseling individuals, teaching OB and OD in B-schools, and training and supervising professionals in developmental transactional analysis.

Integrative Coach, PCC-ICF
Developmental Transactional Analysis Trainer
Supervisor, Counsellor, and Facilitator. TSTA-O,C,E.
Master Practitioner of NLP and Psychodrama

Do you relate to any of these?

Why this? Why now?

What we offer