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Why emotional lightness is key to better mental health

New Delhi, April 8 -- At a wedding recently, a nine-year-old asked me what a psychotherapist did. Explaining one's work to children is a delicate process. I said I listen to people when they feel sad... Read More


Talk to strangers, it can be good for you

India, April 7 -- About a month ago, I took a solo trip to the Kochi Biennale. This wasn't my first time travelling by myself, I have done it many times and enjoy it deeply. Yet I was surprised to see... Read More


Talk to strangers, it can be good for you

India, April 7 -- About a month ago, I took a solo trip to the Kochi Biennale. This wasn't my first time travelling by myself, I have done it many times and enjoy it deeply. Yet I was surprised to see... Read More


How 'armchair experts' are ruining friendships and communication

New Delhi, March 25 -- A 46-year-old male client says that he feels a sense of discomfort and disconnection with some of his close friends. "Many of our conversations end with these friends quoting so... Read More


How to overcome being benumbed as war rages on?

India, March 24 -- I have been working with clients across countries over the last few years - they include in-person therapy and conducting trainings designed to help people navigate anxiety. During ... Read More


How to overcome being benumbed as war rages on

India, March 24 -- I have been working with clients across countries over the last few years - they include in-person therapy and conducting trainings designed to help people navigate anxiety. During ... Read More


The attention crisis: Why modern relationships are struggling

New Delhi, March 11 -- As a therapist I have been observing how our relationship with attention has been changing over the years. Attention has become scarce when it comes to intimate relationships. I... Read More


Navigating a fragile world where only AI feels safe

India, March 10 -- A 45-year-old client in therapy tells me, "Navigating relationships has become messy. I feel people get offended very quickly. Sometimes I wonder if offence is the new defence. It s... Read More


Navigating a fragile world where only AI feels safe

India, March 10 -- A 45-year-old client in therapy tells me, "Navigating relationships has become messy. I feel people get offended very quickly. Sometimes I wonder if offence is the new defence. It s... Read More


Retiring early? How to handle the emotional vacuum after leaving your career

New Delhi, Feb. 25 -- Over the last 10 years, much of my work as a therapist has been with clients who decided to retire early, in their late 40s or early 50s. Those most frequently seeking assistance... Read More