India, Feb. 8 -- Contd. from Page 1 Shriya reflects on how city life and the demands of being an actor can be overstimulating, making moments of grounding essential. She says, "I make sure I find myself in nature as often as possible because that's when I replenish. My nervous system genuinely slows down. I overthink less, breathe better, and feel more centred. I love forests in particular and even the ocean. When you spend time there, it's less about doing and more about listening , observing and internalising, and that quiet stays with me when I return to my work." She emphasises that this stillness is crucial in a life full of constant noise: "As an actor, you're expected to arrive at that stillness on demand. Being in nature gives me stillness without judgement." For Shriya, nature also teaches subtle lessons about performance and rhythm. She adds, "The greatest performances exist in nature. Trees, birds, animals, the ocean; they all move to their unique rhythm, guided by instinct. There's truth, restraint, intensity and stillness, all coexisting effortlessly. Nature can't be a luxury. It's a necessity and everyone needs access to it." Growing up in Mumbai, Shriya has always sought out these pockets of calm, though the city offers few spaces for respite. "I love gardens. I wish the city had more of these little pockets where you can walk and feel slightly removed without actually leaving Mumbai. Honestly, today, even having a tree outside your house feels like a luxury. As a child, I spent a lot of time at Joggers Park, and we'd also visit Sanjay Gandhi National Park. It still amazes me that such a densely populated city has a massive forest right in the middle of it, with such a rich ecosystem," she ends....