Sujith Ravindran ― Full Interview
Channel: The Nots
Date: 2019-01-03

Influenced by both Indian mysticism and Western science, Sujith Ravindran has traveled four continents to develop and participate in brotherhoods. In his more than thirty years of experience working with men and his active involvement in over forty-five men’s groups, he has developed a large, worldwide network.
 
Sujith is recognized for his work in the fields of relationships and leadership development. He is the author of the books “The Being Leader” and “Mature Masculinity,” which have been translated into various languages.
 
In this interview, Sujith discusses the differences between the men’s work he does (based on his Indian traditions) and the typical North American men’s group model, as well as the reasons why certain aspects of a man’s inner journey can be supported only by a council of men.
 
Sujith shares his thoughts on the characteristics of a healthy relationship and the ways in which a man’s responsibility to show up in his relationship relates directly to how he shows up in the world.
 
He explains his view of vulnerability and describes the manner in which a men’s group can provide a safe environment to help transform a man through the healing of his wounds, overcoming anger, and moving past grief into a place of peace.
 
Sujith explores our reasons for repressing difficult emotions, how men are blocked from showing love and compassion, and the two common demons that men face: fear and anger.
 
Sujith, a deep believer in leading by example, also touches on why brotherhoods are integral to fostering the internal motivation and inspiration that are required for a man to take action and bring about changes in his life.
 
Interviewer: Tristan Laurillard

[Recorded on June 2nd and June 4th, 2017 for the documentary Men Need Men]

● http://menneedmen.com
● http://thenots.com

#menneedmen