How to support someone healing from trauma: Dr Mahima Sahi
Dr Mahima Sahi on what trauma recovery looks like, why you can’t love someone out of trauma, and how to offer safety without shame.
Well-Being
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Take a break, Mummy: What my son taught me about rest
Prachi teaches her young son to pause when overwhelmed, and finds he is teaching her the same lesson about work, fear and rest.
Nearly half of India’s startup workforce reports low well-being, study finds
A State of Mind study of 823 people finds 47.5% of India’s startup ecosystem report low well-being, with employees (54.3%) worse off than founders.
PremiumWhere a bookstore and a shaggy carpet meet
Smitha Murthy writes about choosing solitude, living with ADHD, and how she arrived at the decision to get a dog.
Borrowed escape from pages to pixels
Struggling with a reading slump, Ananya Tripathy reflects on lost literary magic, emotional burnout, and the shift from dusty pages to video games.
One morning's race against time
Riddhi Jadhav gives a glimpse of life in Mumbai as slows down time to describe one particular train commute on a working day
Before the world told me who I should be
Ananya Tripathy writes about growing up as a curious child, managing social expectations, and changing herself to fit in
Understood.org research reveals critical gaps in support for women with ADHD
Research from Understood.org and Human Dot Plus found that most women with ADHD are living with multiple mental health conditions at the same time
Why it’s time to let go of the work-life myth
As the author is a psychologist herself, this article is not vetted by our team of reviewers. It often starts without warning. There is a growing sense of guilt late at night when your laptop is still open and the laundry is still waiting to be folded. Your calendar is overflowing with meetings, errands, and...
AIIMS Nagpur leads first national study on lead exposure and mental health in Indian children
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Nagpur has partnered with the Pahlé India Foundation to launch India’s first large-scale, multi-center study assessing blood lead levels (BLLs) in children and examining the effects on their cognitive and mental health. The study, titled "Assessment of Blood Lead Levels in the Paediatric Population and Evaluation of...
Your bookshelf might know your emotions better than you do
This is a guest post. The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of MyndStories. MyndStories receives no payment for the publishing of this post. Any links in the article are from the author and don't reflect any endorsement of a service or product from MyndStories. Ever stood...
Paw-sitive vibes only: Therapy animals to the rescue
What’s common between John Wick’s character from New York and Sumit, a writer from Goa? They both deeply adore their pets. "When Helen died, I lost everything. Until that dog arrived on my doorstep. A final gift from my wife. In that moment, I received some semblance of hope. An opportunity to grieve un-alone.” There’s...
Mango festival nature walk: A Shinrin Yoku experience to celebrate monsoon bliss
Rediscover joy with nature and mangoes The first rains of the monsoon are already pounding Mumbai. It seems just the right time for a unique mango festival nature walk – a blend of forest bathing, mindful eating, and seasonal celebration. This experience is designed for anyone seeking a gentle pause and a reconnection with nature’s...
When love is never lost: How I rediscovered gratitude after loss
This is a personal essay written by the author, sharing their individual journey and experiences. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this piece belong solely to the author and do not necessarily reflect those of MyndStories. This essay has not been professionally vetted or reviewed for clinical accuracy. I was 16, sitting cross-legged on...
Burnout, breakdowns, and the beautiful U-turn
This is a personal essay written by the author, sharing their individual journey and experiences. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this piece belong solely to the author and do not necessarily reflect those of MyndStories. This essay has not been professionally vetted or reviewed for clinical accuracy. Burnout is like a sneaky pickpocket,...
Step into Spring with a mindful nature walk
As winter fades and spring unfolds, nature comes alive with fresh colors, gentle breezes, and the quiet promise of renewal. This season is a perfect opportunity to step away from the rush of daily life and immerse in the therapeutic embrace of the natural world. A mindful walk in nature can calm the mind, awaken...
New Opera Air browser improves mindfulness and helps you de-stress
Opera has introduced Opera Air, the first web browser with a focus on mindfulness and productivity. The browser prioritizes user’s well-being, transforming how users engage with the internet. One standout feature is "Boosts," which allows users to select specific tracks that are based on binaural beats, according to their mental state and purposes—like boosting creativity,...
The burden of care: Loving someone with mental illness
“One time, I downed several bottles of Eltroxin [a thyroid medicine], hoping I’d die. I really just wanted to escape it all.” Lopamudra Roy doesn’t have a mental illness. Her late husband did, and so does her son. Both of them have Bipolar Disorder. For the last 27 years, Lopamudra has been the sole caregiver...
Join a healing “Nature Picnic” in South Mumbai
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Immersing yourself in nature can be one of the simplest yet most rejuvenating ways to recharge. This Saturday, February 22nd, from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM, the serene Cooperage Bandstand Garden on Madame Cama Road, Mantralaya, Fort, South Mumbai, will host a Nature Picnic designed to help participants reconnect with themselves and the natural...
Reclaiming joy: How PTSD survivors find hope
"I would have nightmares about that moment, over and over again. Every time I closed my eyes, I was back in that place, trapped," says Unnati, a 26-year-old writer from Mumbai, who still carries the weight of a trauma that shaped her life. "It’s been thirteen years since that incident, but the fear still haunts...