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Essays, stories and reflections on mental health and everyday life in India, written by psychologists.
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cognitive behavioural therapy
Am I an Overthinker? (Why the Label Became a Personality, and What It Leaves Out)
Calling yourself an overthinker can feel accurate, but research suggests it's a habit rather than a personality type. This article explores why the overthinker...
expectations anxiety
Why Do I Overthink What My Parents Will Think? (The Half of Log Kya Kahenge Nobody Talks About)
Overthinking what your parents will think is often less about one conversation than an entire social network living in your head. This therapist-backed guide...
Anxiety
Is Overthinking Anxiety? How to Tell the Difference (And Why Indians Use the Safer Word)
Many people call themselves overthinkers when they're actually experiencing anxiety. This therapist-backed guide explains the difference between overthinking and anxiety, why the distinction matters,...
Emotional Healing
The K-Pop Demon Who Understood Shame Better Than I Did
The K-Pop Demon offers an unexpectedly powerful lesson about shame, guilt and self-compassion. Through Jinu and Rumi's journeys, this article explores how shame grows in...
ADHD
Does Journaling Change The Way You Live?
There is a certain kind of mental clutter that accumulates without announcement. You are not in crisis. You are not falling apart. But something...
boundary
The Truth About Taking Feedback Without Losing Your Mind
Feedback can feel like a personal attack—even when it’s meant to help. This blog explores how to navigate the discomfort of criticism without losing...
Change
Therapy Won't Fix You—And That's Exactly the Point PS: But yes, it Will Transform You
Most people walk into therapy with a fix-me list—hoping for answers. But true transformation comes from sitting with your emotions, asking why, and learning...
Adulting Anxiety
Why Your Brain Goes Offline During Crisis (And How to Bring It Back)
When the world feels unsafe—whether due to war, unrest, or uncertainty—our brains go into threat mode. This blog explains why anxiety rises in times...
Adult Friendships
You’re Social, But Still Lonely: Why Adult Friendships Don’t Always Fill the Void
You can be loved, even liked—and still feel lonely. This post explores why being social isn’t the same as being seen, and what we’re...
acceptance
#ThoughtQuo: Why Adult Friendships Require So Much Work
Childhood BFFs? College buddies? #AdultFriendships face a different reality. Responsibilities pull us apart, schedules clash, and distance grows. My "adulting" phase made me neglect...
Adulting
#Opinion: I Watched Kal Ho Na Ho As A Therapist And Had A Lot Of Thoughts
As a therapist, watching Kal Ho Naa Ho in 2023 felt less nostalgic and more like a case study in toxic relationships. This piece...