28-29 November 2026
THE COURAGE TO BE SEEN
How to Open Up Without Losing Yourself
A two-day immersive workshop on vulnerability, authenticity, and lasting intimacy.
Explore what it means to open your heart without abandoning yourself. Building on the foundations of authentic communication and presence, this workshop invites you to move beyond simply creating connection and into the deeper practice of allowing yourself to be genuinely known.
What changes when curiosity replaces expectation?
Together, we'll explore how authentic intimacy grows when we let go of performance and become fully present to ourselves and another person. Drawing on contemporary psychology, nervous system awareness and relational practices, we'll also introduce powerful concepts that can transform intimate relationships, including how agreed boundaries and the removal of expectations can create greater freedom, trust and connection.
Whether you come on your own or with a partner, you'll leave with practical tools to create relationships that are more honest, resilient and deeply connected.
Understanding Protective Patterns
Why we hide parts of ourselves
The masks and roles we use to feel safe
People-pleasing, perfectionism and emotional withdrawal
Recognising what our protection costs us
Meeting Shame & Fear
How shame shapes the way we relate
Fear of rejection and being judged
The inner critic and self-protection
Developing emotional courage and self-acceptance
Authentic Expression
Speaking honestly without losing yourself
Vulnerability without oversharing
Expressing needs, feelings and desires
Staying connected to yourself while being seen
From Performance to Presence
Recognising performance in relationships
Letting go of the need to impress, please or fix
Listening and connecting without an agenda
The Courage to Be Seen
Experiencing intimacy through presence rather than performance
Choosing when and how to open up
Vulnerability with healthy boundaries
Allowing others to witness the real you
Creating deeper relationships through authenticity and trust
“Gonçalo led this wonderful workshop with love and care. My partner and I gained great insight and tools that have benefited our relationship. Highly recommended for anyone looking to deepen their relationships. Gonçalo is a great facilitator who provides a very safe container to share deeply and honestly.”
Stephen (July 2026)
The quality of our lives is deeply shaped by the quality of our relationships.
Workshop Experience
This workshop combines practical teaching with experiential learning. You can expect:
Guided reflection and self-inquiry
Somatic and embodied exercises
Group practices
Group exploration and meaningful conversation
Real-life practices for openness and self-expression
A supportive space to explore vulnerability at your own pace
Facilitator
Gonçalo Luz is a yoga teacher and facilitator of experiential workshops exploring connection, intimacy, embodiment and personal growth. Drawing from years of facilitating men’s work, intimacy, body work and traditional hatha yoga, he combines embodied practices, reflection, dialogue and practical exploration to create spaces where participants can move beyond concepts and experience meaningful change in themselves and their relationships.
Who Is This Workshop For?
Those seeking deeper self-understanding, regardless of gender, age or orientation
People who find it difficult to open up or show their true selves
Those who tend to people-please, withdraw, perform or hide behind competence
Anyone wanting to express feelings, needs and boundaries with greater confidence
People seeking deeper emotional intimacy and more meaningful relationships
Those ready to explore vulnerability without losing their sense of self
Anyone who wants to understand and move beyond patterns that limit genuine connection
Have a question?
What You Will Leave With
A clearer understanding of your hidden relationship patterns
Practical tools for expressing yourself honestly
Greater confidence in setting and respecting boundaries
The ability to stay present when things feel uncomfortable
A more compassionate relationship with yourself
New ways of relating without performing, pleasing or withdrawing
A clearer sense of how you want to show up in your relationships
Ready to go deeper in your relationships?
Investment
Early Bird (until 1 month before)
3,900 THB per personRegular Price
4,900 THB per person
Couples Offer
Early Bird (Couple)
7,200 THB (Save 600 THB)Regular (Couple)
9,000 THB (Save 800 THB)
Limited places available. Advance registration required.
Location
SACRED GROUNDS CNX
A peaceful workshop space surrounded by nature in Nam Phrae, Hang Dong, offering a grounded and welcoming environment for meaningful connection, reflection, and learning.
Next workshop dates
November 28-29 2026
January 5-6 2027
February 27-28 2026
What could change in your relationships if you became more aware of the way you connect?