MENTAL HEALTH GUIDES, WRITTEN BY PSYCHOLOGISTS
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Essays, stories and reflections
Essays, stories and reflections on mental health and everyday life in India, written by psychologists.
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Gender representation in Psychology: Beyond the Female Majority In India
In India, the field of psychology boasts a female majority, yet our survey uncovered a troubling disconnect within the community. Despite the abundance of...
Aging
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.
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No Pride, Only Prejudice: The Science Behind The 'Gay Voice'
A funny, aching, deeply honest look at the gay voice—why it’s mocked, why so many queer men try to mask it, and the...
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Why I Hated The Barbie Movie As A Feminist
This feminist critique of the Barbie movie breaks down why its glossy empowerment narrative overlooks deeper issues: unrealistic body standards, privilege, exclusion, and the...
acceptance
An Optimist's Guide To Tackling Loneliness : Addressing the Epidemic of Loneliness
A pervasive sense of loneliness hangs heavy in my therapy space. Clients, though not always vocal about it, seem to echo this sentiment....
People Can Change (And Here’s How They Can Develop Emotional Intelligence!)
Taking responsibility for your actions (e.g., pausing, reflecting, apologizing) shows emotional intelligence, leading to better communication.
#Question: Have We Been Faultily Programmed To Compete? : Redefining Success
Feeling pressured to compete for grades, jobs, or money? It's time to redefine success! This article argues that societal competition hinders happiness. Instead, focus...
ADHD
Why You Can't Replace Therapy With Running A Marathon |Running: A Tool, Not a Solution|
I began running in 2012, fueled by spite after being body-shamed. It became my happy place, a way to manage stress. But over time,...
acceptance
Hectic Holiday Blues And How To Deal With Them : Recovery from Travel Emotional Exhaustion
After a perfect vacation, I felt strangely drained. Excitement and constant activity caught up to me, causing emotional exhaustion. It wasn't just physical tiredness,...
ADHD
Seniority At The Workplace: A Free Pass To F*ck Up? |Sexual Harassment at Work|
Seniority shouldn't shield perpetrators of sexual harassment at work. Many cases go unreported due to power imbalances and fear of losing a job. Companies...
ADHD
Coming Out In India Is A Revolving Door
Coming out as gay in India wasn't the walk in the park I expected from movies. Society seemed narrow-minded, and I braced for a...
CBT Tools
The Thought Record: How to Untangle Your Mind One Belief at a Time
Learn how to use The Thought Co.'s CBT Thought Record to slow spirals, decode emotion, and gently reframe your inner dialogue.