Is My Body a Temple? Understanding Body Positivity in Modern Times
With the talk of body positivity at an all-time high, it’s time to address the political battleground that is the human form. In an era where the phrase “body positivity” is thrown around more than confetti, it’s high time we unpack the baggage that comes with the so-called celebration of our ‘human vessels’. The concept […]
The Understated Invisibility of Women in Indian Traditions
India is a land of diverse traditions. These traditions, marked by their beauty and significance, play a crucial role in shaping the identity and lifestyle of its people. Here we ask, where do women take space within the world of vibrant Indian traditions? Let’s start with the concept of home which is close to home […]
The Many Faces of Rest
A few years ago, during a conversation with a friend, they mentioned taking a rest. When they returned, I asked, “How was your sleep?” They looked puzzled and replied, “When did I mention sleeping?” It then struck me that I had always assumed rest meant sleeping. Sometimes, I wonder if I hadn’t realized that rest […]
Unfolding Fatshaming: Pseudo-concerns, Media Representation, and Evolving Perceptions
Take a seat if you have ever fat-shamed anyone. Take a seat if you have faced fat-shaming. Take a seat if you have laughed at jokes depicting fat-shaming. And if you are still standing, then we knowyou either have excellent lower body strength or a lack of a seat. We are talking about the very […]
All About Grief: An expansion on the understanding of grief as a practitioner
My first understanding of grief was probably through death and mourning. I was in the 4th standard when my nana passed away. It was the first time that I had seen death so closely, observing everyone around me mourning collectively, albeit in different ways. I recollect the sight of everyone donned in white attire, my […]
Unveiling the Journey of a Law Student in Forensic Psychology
In a world where law and psychology converge, pursuing a career in forensic psychology as a law student can be an exhilarating yet demanding journey. Intersection of Law and Forensic Psychology Law and psychology intersect at many facets, unlike how people may believe. Though, it is one of those topics that are not in the […]
Life of a Married Clinical Psychologist
In a country like ours, where therapy is a concept widely undervalued and misunderstood, it takes great courage to enter a new relationship and explain to your partner the obligations of your professional life and its inevitable repercussions on your married life. Bridging the Gap To me, communication was the key to establishing a strong […]
The Art of Hope
In this month’s blog, our Counselling Psychologist Tanisha Dhingra shares her narrative of hope as a neurodivergent therapist and how being in inclusive spaces has helped her embrace herself. The name given to me was growth, the name I chose was hope. I am a therapist, who is trying to find her reflection, her heartbeat, […]
Adrenal Fatigue and Burnout
Do you constantly feel tired no matter how much food you’re eating? You got 8 hours of sleep last night, but still feel drowsy. And you have been feeling a constant state of exhaustion. Chances are you might be suffering from Adrenal fatigue. What is adrenal fatigue? Adrenal fatigue is a condition in which the […]
Building Blocks of Holistic Development: Key Messages for Caregivers of Infants and Toddlers
Building Blocks of Holistic Development: Key Messages for Caregivers of Infants and Toddlers Being a caregiver comes with an unrelenting worry about how to provide a stimulating environment for my child to foster their holistic development. Biological, psychological and socio-cultural factors influence a child’s development and their interplay also significantly impacts their development. First and […]