Tania Zarak, a former Netflix Manager, who only had praises to hear about her work from the executives, was fired from her job. The reason; she was pregnant. Once she told her supervisor that she was expecting, his behaviour towards her changed. He eliminated her from the information loop and excluded her from the meetings […]
Women and Mental Health
Mental health plays an important role in many aspects of women’s lives. They may affect relationships, self-esteem, work performance and even physical health. It’s important to recognize and get help for mental health concerns, such as mood disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and an unhealthy work-life balance. Mental health includes the emotional, psychological, and social […]
Be The Kid Again
Why is there a need to be a kid again? In this manic world, we all are busy with work, responsibilities, and vice-versa. Running around this headless chicken will only bring boredom and depression. If we are small kids then we let things go. Dil toh baccha hai ji is a term that gets the […]
The Overthinking Loop
Some common reasons why individuals may find themselves caught in the overthinking loop: Perfectionism: Striving for perfection can lead to excessive analysis and overthinking. The fear of making mistakes or not meeting high standards often drives individuals to ruminate on every detail, preventing them from taking action Fear of failure: Overthinkers often have a deep fear […]
Symptoms of Psychological Stress in Children and Management
Children and teens, like adults, experience stress. There are a variety of reasons causing stress like peer pressure of scoring well in school, making and sustaining friendships, and managing expectations from parents, teachers, or friends. Stress can be positive if it provides the energy to tackle a big test, presentation, or sports event. Too much […]
The Stigma Surrounding Mental Health in India and How to Reduce it
Mental health and psychological care in India have remained suppressed under an often-repeated phrase – ‘log kya kahenge?’ This cuts across gender, caste, religion, socio-economic class, and region in India, making people shy away from coming out in the open. The immense pressure to stay and act ‘normal’ manifests an unhealthy stigma against getting help. […]
The Vital Role of Accessibility in Safeguarding Mental Well-Being
In a world where physical barriers often overshadow the human spirit, the importance of an accessible environment cannot be overstated. Behind every statistic and news headline lies a deeply personal journey of struggle, resilience, and longing for inclusion. For the elderly, people with disabilities, pregnant women, new mothers, war and natural calamity victims, and children, […]
Overcoming Mental Health Challenges in the LGBTQ+ Community
People who have different gender or sexual identities from cisgender and heterosexual individuals fall under the LGBTQ+ community. It is an umbrella term used to identify individuals who identify differently or are still in the process of getting to know themselves. This community is however at high mental health risk. Studies say that LGBTQ+ are […]
Emotional Resilience
Days of darkness, nights that feel far too lonely, A mind overburdened with fears and doubts, Uncertainties of your mind, only. In my work as an educator & entrepreneur, I come across heartbreaking stories of children and adults who are silently sinking into the darkness of depression and anxiety. Their fear of their fears, their […]
The Impact of Social Media on Women’s Mental Health
In the age of digital connectivity, social media has become an integral part of our lives. It has revolutionized the way we communicate, share information, and connect with others. However, alongside its many benefits, social media platforms have also been associated with certain negative effects on mental health, particularly for women. In this blog, we […]