MENTAL HEALTH GUIDES, WRITTEN BY PSYCHOLOGISTS

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Essays, stories and reflections on mental health and everyday life in India, written by psychologists.

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How To Find Your Pause (When Life Refuses To Take Turns)

When life moves too fast to process what you feel, learning how to find your pause becomes essential. This psychologist-written reflection explores grief beside celebration, emotional overload, and the 5% rule—offering a grounded way to stay...

Translation missing: en.by Hello From The Thought Co. ·Apr 30, 2026 ·7 min read

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What Loneliness Actually Feels Like in the Body

Most people experience the somatic signs of loneliness for years and call them other things. Anxiety, low blood sugar, "I'm just tired." This is...

Jun 17, 2025 ·5 min

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Celebrating Birthdays Authentically: Overcoming those Birthday Blues

Ever felt overwhelmed instead of excited on your birthday? You're not alone. Discover why birthday blues happen and how to navigate them with self-compassion.

Aug 18, 2023 ·5 min

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How To Find Your Pause (When Life Refuses To Take Turns)

What Loneliness Actually Feels Like in the Body

Celebrating Birthdays Authentically: Overcoming those Birthday Blues

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