Mard Ko Dard Nai Hota

What does it mean to be a man? To be strong, to provide, to keep going, to have things figured out? And where do you go when you don't? Mard Ko Bhi Dard Hota Hai? is an online, therapist-led group for men aged 27–40, designed with the Indian cultural context in mind. It is open to Indian men, including those living abroad, and men who identify with or relate to the Indian cultural context. Through guided conversations and shared experiences, we'll explore how our upbringing, culture, and life experiences shape our ideas about manhood, and how these show up in our emotions, relationships, friendships, work, and everyday lives. What you can hope to take away: A better understanding of where your ideas about being a man come from. Greater awareness of how these expectations shape your everyday choices and relationships. Space to question what manhood means to you, beyond the rules you've inherited. Opportunities to build genuine connections, share experiences and give and receive support. A clearer sense of how you want to express emotions, navigate relationships and ask for help.

Meeting schedule Starts: 29 October 2026 When: Every Thursday, 8:00–9:30 PM IST Duration: 12 weekly sessions Exception: The session in the week of 31 December will take place on Wednesday, 30 December. Community guidelines Respect everyone's experiences, identities and perspectives, even when they differ from your own. What's shared in the group is expected to remain within the group. Confidentiality is expected and respected, while recognising that absolute confidentiality cannot be guaranteed. Listen to understand, not to judge, fix or offer unsolicited advice. Share at your own pace. Listening is participation, too. Come as you are. You don't need to have everything figured out. This is a space to be curious about yourself, listen to others, and discover what becomes possible when you don't have to figure everything out alone. Application Link: https://forms.gle/3TxBYYsKxAezv41b7 Facilitator: Kriti Baid