Sagi Ayalon is a man who has had to start over. His story spans continents, careers, and deep inner transformations. Born in Israel and now living in New York, Sagi’s life has taken him from the army to entrepreneurship, from marriage and fatherhood to heartbreak and profound spiritual renewal.

After losing not only his marriage but also connection with his two young sons, Sagi turned to his Buddhist practice — not to escape, but to understand, to heal, and to rediscover what it means to live with love and compassion.

In this deeply moving conversation, Sagi talks about what it’s like to navigate fatherhood in a system that often overlooks men’s emotional lives, the loneliness that can come with societal expectations, and the slow rebuilding of peace from the inside out. What stands out most is his honesty — and his quiet strength — in speaking about loss, tenderness, and the power of presence.

If you’ve ever wondered how someone rebuilds their life from the ground up — and manages to lead with heart, not bitterness — this episode will stay with you.

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The journey from Israel to New York — and what shaped his early years

Navigating marriage, fatherhood, and the shock of divorce

The emotional and legal toll of custody battles

What homeschooling taught him about patience, play, and connection

How Buddhist practices helped him find peace and meaning

The societal expectations that confine men — and what freedom really means

Why connection and compassion are the foundation of true strength

How he unexpectedly found love again and rebuilt his life

Sagi Ayalon was born in Israel and relocated to New York as a young man. His journey has included entrepreneurship, real estate development, and bodywork — as well as homeschooling, permaculture, and years of Buddhist study and meditation.He is the father of two boys (currently ages nine and seven) and has navigated the highs and lows of family life: 15 years of marriage, parenting, homeschooling, and a difficult divorce that required him to rebuild financially, legally, and emotionally.

Today, Sagi works as a bodyworker and spiritual guide dedicated to helping people reconnect with themselves and find healing through touch, presence, and mindful practice. His path has been shaped by deep traditions in wellness and spirituality, as well as the personal challenges of navigating a difficult divorce and raising two children. These experiences have taught him resilience and compassion, and they inspire him to support others on their journey toward balance, healing, and a sense of true home within themselves.

Connect with Sagi

Email: [email protected]

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Email: [email protected]

Too many boys today feel lost, alone, and misunderstood. And far too often, the same is true for their parents.

Behind the troubling statistics is a generation of boys quietly longing to be seen, heard, and valued — yet the conversation around boys’ emotional lives remains far too quiet.

Season 3 of Unlocking the Parenting Code is here to change that.

In this new season, you’ll hear:

🔹 Real conversations with young men who are ready to share their truth.

🔹 Powerful insights from experts in boys’ mental and emotional health.

🔹 And raw, real wisdom from dads who are walking this road every day

🔹 Solo episodes where I reflect on what I’ve witnessed, wrestled with, and learned

At the heart of this season — and at the heart of Sonhood Coaching — is a mission:

To understand the inner emotional world of boys, to recognize the very real challenges they face, and to name the damaging myths and societal expectations that continue to shape how we see, treat, and raise our sons.

This is not about fixing boys.

It’s about truly seeing them — and learning how to show up differently, with compassion, courage, and connection.

Together, we’re building a world where boys feel safe to be their authentic selves.

Because when we get it right for our boys, we begin to heal something much bigger.