The Live Love Laugh Foundation is a non-profit organization that aims to raise awareness about stress anxiety depression & mental health in India. Know more!
LiveLoveLaugh aims to give hope to every person experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression. At its core, LiveLoveLaugh is an idea, a movement, and a metaphor for hope. Arising from her personal j...
You Are Not Alone was initiated in 2016. The aim of the program is three-fold: To create awareness on stress, anxiety, and depression amongst adolescents; normalize conversations on mental health, ...
For a country of over 1.3 billion people, India has only about 8000 psychiatrists. The enormous need-gap can be addressed with the help of additional trained resources. Primary care physicians can ...
The Live Love Laugh Foundation's mental health awareness program aims to provide mental health care in rural areas in India. Know more about our initiatives!
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The Live Love Laugh Foundation lists credible, verified and free mental health helplines in India. Access support in multiple languages all days of the week.
Meet people who have to share their stories – real-life experiences in overcoming mental health issues of various kinds. Listen to how they never gave up, watch their battles and victories, and rea...
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India’s frontline workers have experienced unusually trying times during the pandemic resulting in significant impact to their mental health wellbeing. LiveLoveLaugh’s ‘Frontline Assist’, aims to a...
The #NotAshamed campaign was launched on 10 October 2018 (World Mental Health Day) and highlighted the many aspects of mental illness through first-person narratives.
Launched by TLLLF to mark the 2020 World Mental Health Day on 10 October, Investing in Hope featured video conversations with leading voices in health and mental health who outlined recommendations...
Launched in February 2018, the campaign aimed at raising awareness about depression by using a creative approach designed to help individuals going through depression and their caregivers to better...
A range of events, situations or incidents can trigger depression. Some common examples are death of a loved one; close association with a sick relative; abuse or neglect as a child; divorce or mar...
While genetic factors play a role in the vulnerability of a person to depression, they are not the only cause. Depression is triggered by a combination of genetics and external factors.
Women are about twice as likely as men to develop depression and are especially prone to depressive disorders around the time of their menstrual period, during pregnancy, post childbirth, and perim...
A person may be more likely to experience symptoms of depression if they have a longstanding or life-threatening illness (such as coronary heart disease or cancer), sleep disorder, thyroid issue, o...
Statistics suggest 1 in 5 people will suffer some form of depression in their lifetime, so remember you are not alone. You can reach out to our helplines to talk to someone.
Visit our Find a Therapist page to find help near you. Additionally, you can also reach out to any of the helpline numbers on our website for more support.
Thank you for trying to reach out to our founder Deepika Padukone. LiveLoveLaugh aims to give hope to every person experiencing stress, anxiety and depression. We encourage you to seek help from a ...
Thank you for your support, we truly appreciate it!If you are a person with mental illness or a person with lived experience, you can share your story with us. Your personal information will be kep...
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No, stress is not always bad. A moderate level of stress can help us perform better in challenging situations. For instance, during examinations or in work-related scenarios, being stressed motivat...
Though there are a number of ways in which you can help yourself, being guided by a mental health professional can be beneficial. They can help you talk about your stress, identify the main causes,...
Severe stress can make you easily agitated and moody, overwhelmed with a sense that you are losing control over the situation, vulnerable to experiencing feelings of worthlessness, and unable to re...
Medicines help when taken for a brief period, but a long-term effective solution to cope with stress is to adopt stress relaxation and management techniques. Please consult a psychiatrist before ta...
Stress and anxiety are not interchangeable terms, though the physical sensations may be very similar. Stress is the body’s reaction to a situation that requires a physical, mental, or emotional adj...
There should be no hesitation in seeking mental health support. Visiting a mental health professional is the same as visiting a physician when you catch a fever or break a bone.
Some signs of anxiety include feelings of excessive fear or worry, overthinking, a sense of impending danger, restlessness, nervousness, and prolonged agitation. People with anxiety disorder could ...
Anxiety disorder can be treated through medication, counseling, and sometimes a combination of the two. Although admission to a hospital may not be required, those diagnosed with the illness may ne...
Be expressive and tell your mental health specialist exactly what you feel.Observe and write down any behavior change or symptoms you think you are experiencing.Make sure to ask your mental health ...
Stress and anxiety are not interchangeable terms, though the physical sensations may be very similar. Stress is something one feels with regard to a situation or circumstance. Anxiety is a more ser...
Yes, depression is a serious, but treatable, medical condition. With the right treatment and support, individuals who are diagnosed with depression can get better.
A major depressive episode is characterized by a set of symptoms that typically lasts for a few months. If left untreated, depression can last for months or sometimes years.
Depression is a serious mental illness and is unlikely to go away on its own or cure itself. Without treatment, depression can last for months or years and can become chronic. While a person experi...
Having experienced an episode of depression can place a person at higher risk of a relapse. But not everyone who has recovered from depression will experience it again. Getting the right treatment ...
All donations will be considered as general donations towards the Foundation unless specified by the donor. To make a specific donation towards a project or initiative, write to us at inf...
COOJ Mental Health Foundation (COOJ) works towards promoting mental health in Goa under four major needs: Psycho-social rehabilitation, Suicide Prevention, Elder Care and Community Mental health. T...
Parivarthan Counselling, Training and Research Centre is a registered, non-profit society that provides multimodal services in the field of mental health(www.parivarthan.org). The Helpline is servi...
The Distress Helpline Program by Connecting Trust offers immediate emotional support to individuals in distress, especially those experiencing suicidal thoughts. Operated by trained volunteers, the...
Roshni trust is a voluntary organization that values human life. Roshni helpline comes under its umbrella. Roshni helpline provides free and confidential service by providing emotional support to t...
iCALL is a psychosocial helpline for individuals in emotional and psychological distress. They provide professional and free counseling through technology assisted mediums such as telephone, email ...
Arpita Foundation, a Bangalore-based non-profit, offers professional counseling and guidance to individuals across India. Founded by Patrick and joined by Dr. Kalyani Keerthi Giridhara, the Foundat...
Lifeline offers a free tele-helpline providing emotional support to people who are in despair, depressed or suicidal. Face to face befriending with prior appointment is also available. The services...
Sumaitri is a crisis intervention centre for the depressed, distressed and suicidal. It provides unconditional and unbiased emotional support to anyone who calls, visits or writes to them. Its trai...
A Shantital Shanghvi Foundation initiative, Mann Talks focuses on empowering individuals to take charge of their mental health. A team of trained mental health professionals offers an empathetic an...
Cyrus & Priya Vandrevala Foundation is a non-profit organisation that aims to provide significant funding and aid contributions for those suffering from mental health problems and illnesses in Indi...
Voice That Cares (VTC) is a PAN India free public helpline that provides psychological first aid counselling support to individuals for mental health and well-being. It was launched by Ripples of C...
Sangath is a not-for-profit organisation working in Goa, India for 24 years to make mental health services accessible and affordable. They have a dedicated COVID 19 well-being centre which offers c...
Backed by over 15 years of experience in running successful helplines, Muktaa Charitable Foundation is a registered non-profit that has been at the forefront of social welfare initiatives for HIV/A...
The Mpower Minds Helpline is a mental health service dedicated to providing free, confidential support to individuals experiencing psychological distress. Available 24/7, the helpline connects call...
1Life is a non-profit organization committed to suicide prevention through the support of experienced mental health professionals and trained tele-counselors. Recognizing the alarming rise in suici...
Tele-MANAS is a Government of India initiative, providing a 24/7 free mental health support service . Available in English & 20 other regional languages, it connects you with trained counselors for...
The name ‘Ankahee’ comes from the Hindi word meaning "unsaid" or "unspoken". It aims to create a safe and confidential space where people can share their innermost thoughts and feelings without any...
The MS Chellamuthu Trust & Research Foundation offers a free mental health helpline called Speak2Us, accessible at +91-93754 93754. Staffed by trained volunteers, this service provides a safe and c...
If you feel that they are unable to cope with their condition, urge them to seek help from a mental health professional. You could also offer to accompany them.
Often, people don’t recognize that certain symptoms (for example, changes in eating or sleeping habits, or inability to concentrate) are actually signs of stress.
Sometimes you may be able to ide...
If you feel that they are unable to manage their stress, urge them to seek help from a mental health professional. You could also offer to accompany them.
Studies have pointed out that fresh fruits and vegetables provide vitamins and minerals that help reduce stress. On the other hand, eating a diet full of processed and convenience food, refined car...
Creating a daily ‘to-do list' helps to visualize what needs to be done and prioritize the things that are important, as against those that are not so important. Planning also helps to use your time...
The LiveLoveLaugh Lecture Series features the world’s foremost thinkers and influencers presenting ideas shaping the global mental health narrative.The 2023 Lecture Series on ‘The Future of Balance...
Introducing The Lecture Series Unplugged, which launched with an inspiring episode featuring the remarkable Danish Sait! Hosted by Anisha Padukone and Dr. Shyam Bhat, this series began with an inti...
The next chapter of Lecture Series Unplugged is here! In this powerful episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with cricketer Robin Uthappa, who shares his mental health journey with remarkab...
Episode 3 of Lecture Series Unplugged is here!In conversation with our Chairperson, Dr. Shyam Bhat, and CEO, Anisha Padukone, Sania Mirza opens up about the challenges of staying at the top, the pr...
The Live Love Laugh Lecture Series features the world’s foremost thinkers and influencers presenting ideas that shape the global mental health narrative.The 2024 Lecture Series, 'Journey to Well-be...
As adults we are constantly juggling multiple things: there are bills to be paid, family commitments to be managed, social obligations to be taken care of, managing our professional lives and much ...
Uncover the connection between stress and health. Learn how stress affects the body and immune system, and get tips on reducing stress to stay healthy.
Everyone goes through some amount of anxiety throughout their lives. It could be because of a final exam, a new job, a move to a new city or your child’s whereabouts.
Anxiety is a fairly common term used to describe excessive worry or fear. However, there are various types of anxiety disorders, and while they share some common symptoms, they are somewhat differe...
As we inch closer towards an individualistic society, without adequate support systems in place, mental health concerns like depression are seen to be increasing at a fast pace.
Postpartum depression is a mental health disorder that can affect mothers within the first twelve weeks of childbirth In India, It has been estimated that nearly 20% of mothers suffer from postpart...
Dr Sangeeta Mahajan lost her son to suicide nearly four years ago. Despite her training as a doctor, she was unprepared for the severity with which her son's bipolar disorder progressed.
Feeling guilty after eating a sumptuous meal, skipping meals with the fear of gaining weight, starving to reduce those extra kilos and feeling conscious about our bodies is more prevalent than ever...
The significance of embracing change in everyday life is often underscored. Although changes in life are inevitable, adjusting to them may not be the same for everyone.
While teasing is an important form of communication, and is an essential mechanism used to bind people together, there are some words that today’s convention suggests we be cautious about using.
Discover the crucial role of self-care during exam season. The blog explores why prioritising self-care is essential for academic success, mental well-being, and overall balance.
Learn more about signs of mental and physical exhaustion and how to recognise them. Take action to prevent burnout from affecting the quality of your life.
If you are a part of India’s growing workforce, chances are, you have felt the stress that comes along with competing in the world’s fourth fastest growing economy.
Parenting is an endurance sport. Raising a child in this day and age isn’t easy, given the changes in our lifestyle and structural changes in the Indian family.
Learn how to create a supportive workplace environment, reduce stigma, and promote mental well-being. Read more on The Live Love Laugh Foundation blog.
In a significant and historic move the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), has issued a directive to insurers in India to provide health insurance coverage for mental i...
The burden of mental illness is on the rise. With the number of people reporting mental health concerns slowly increasing, it has become difficult to ignore the impact that mental illness can have ...
It is imperative to inform and educate India’s population about mental health, it’s disorders and the various methods of treatment that are available in this country.
In order to ensure that Mental Health in India is addressed holistically, it is necessary to reduce the amount of stigma associated with Mental Illness.
Discover strategies to break free from the grip of social media addiction. Learn how to regain control and live a healthier, more balanced life. Read more.
While attitudes towards employee health and wellbeing have improved significantly in recent years, there is still a lack of understanding and support for mental health issues in the modern workplace.
A new year usually brings with it hope, the promise of a fresh start, and a renewed sense of vigour for a better future. 2021, to me, is no different, although I am presented with several questions...
We are living in unprecedented and challenging times. A common emotion people are struggling with is the feeling of anxiety. So, what is anxiety, and what can we do about it?
The pandemic has had a pervasive and profound impact on mental health. For workers
everywhere, the effects are insidious. Long periods of isolation, upended schedules, and a
blurring of boundarie...
Elite performance, by definition, is the privilege of a selected few. Through a combination of genetic makeup, access to opportunity, incredible levels of grit, chance, elite performers enjoy dispr...
The results of LiveLoveLaugh’s latest nationwide study - How India Perceives Mental Health - show a marked change in India’s attitude towards mental illness. What does this mean for mental health t...
The emergence of COVID-19 has profoundly impacted mental health worldwide, as it contributed to the prevalence of feeling depressed and alone. Depression can sneak up on you in unexpected ways. Ide...
Anxiety and stress are no strangers to individuals living in the digital age, with the constant need for social validation, comparing oneself to others triggered by what one sees on social media, p...
Imagine yourself waiting in a seemingly endless line waiting to enter the airport, shifting
anxiously from one foot to another, feeling the weight of time pressing down on you. Your
flight time d...
In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, it's no surprise that many individuals find themselves grappling with mental health challenges. In this blog, we will explore the connection between ...
In the contemporary landscape, anxiety has become a prevalent aspect of many individuals' lives. The pursuit of effective coping mechanisms is rooted in a desire to manage this pervasive condition ...
In our fast-paced lives filled with endless responsibilities and commitments,neglecting our well-being is easy. Amidst the chaos, self-care emerges as a beacon of light, guiding us towards a health...
As we navigate through the complexities of modern life, it's crucial to prioritize mental well-being, particularly for women who often face unique challenges and pressures. In this blog, we delve i...
Discover the vital connection between physical and mental health in our latest blog post. Learn how holistic well-being can improve your life. Read more.
Discover effective strategies to promote mental health awareness in India, focusing on education, support systems, and community initiatives. Learn more.
Explore how caregivers provide vital support in coping with mental health challenges, highlighting their essential role in fostering well-being and recovery.
Join us in raising awareness on World Suicide Prevention Day. Discover how small actions can make a big difference in saving lives & supporting mental health.
Explore the link between depression and suicidal thoughts. Discover effective strategies for managing depression and supporting mental health awareness.
Explore the crucial connection between men’s mental health and relationships. Learn how communication, support, and understanding can foster emotional well-being.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 280 million people globally experienced depression in 2021. Yet, many suffer in silence because of stigma and misconceptions.
In a world that glorifies hustle culture, where working late hours and staying perpetually busy are badges of honor, taking a break often feels like a luxury rather than a necessity.
Mental health is an integral part of our overall well-being, yet it often remains a neglected topic, particularly in the workplace. Despite growing awareness, stereotypes, biases, and judgment stil...
Therapy is a collaborative process where individuals work with trained mental health professionals to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a structured, supportive environment.
Breakups can be one of the most emotionally challenging experiences in life. Whether the relationship lasted months or years, the end of a meaningful connection can leave individuals feeling lost, ...
Life can feel like a non-stop juggling act, with everything demanding your attention at once — daily stressors can quickly pile up, leaving little time for rest and rejuvenation. Whether it’s work ...
Ten years ago, The Live Love Laugh Foundation (TLLLF) embarked on a mission to give hope to every person experiencing stress, anxiety and depression in India.
Raising a child is a rewarding yet challenging experience, and for single mothers, the journey can come with additional emotional and practical hurdles. While single motherhood is becoming more com...
Exams can feel overwhelming, with endless notes to revise, deadlines approaching, and the pressure to perform well. If you’re feeling stressed, you’re not alone. Many students experience exam stres...
Women have always been expected to juggle multiple roles—professional, caregiver, partner, friend, and more—all while navigating the unspoken expectation of excelling in every aspect of life. The p...
Stress is unavoidable, but how you manage it makes all the difference. This guide offers clear, practical techniques—like setting boundaries, building routines, and practicing mindfulness—to help y...
Mental strain doesn’t stay in your head—it often shows up in your body. This article explores how chronic stress can lead to physical illness, outlines common stress sickness symptoms, and explains...
This blog sheds light on the often-overlooked issue of depression in the elderly, highlighting why mental health awareness in older adults is critical. It explores unique risk factors, common condi...
The LLL 2018 National Survey Report marked an important step forward in gauging public perceptions and attitudes towards mental health – and subsequently in designing effective strategies, programs...
The nationwide study builds on LLL’s 2018 study and points to significant shifts in India’s perception of mental health. The findings indicate a marked change in the country’s views on mental healt...
Neglect, bullying, depression -You know life would hit you many ways either its family problem, financial problems, or anything else which brings you down so badly that you just do not want to live...
I had my first depression attack when I least expected it. I was getting married to the man I love, I had a perfect job and amazing family. It was such a dark feeling, I felt lost, suffocated and c...
Everyone always assumes that anxiety and depression is something you'll grow out of when you're older. But, I have suffered from mental illness for years. Whenever I do voice my opinion and say I'm...
I am a single child of my parents and obviously, I got all their attention that every child wants. In my every article, I always share some of the parts of my life that are disclosed. The symptoms ...
It started insidiously ... Feeling low , loss of interest in day to day activities , not caring about myself , not able to get up from the bed in the morning but however had to show up infront of t...
It was 6 years back. I was preparing for a medical entrance exam and I had taken a drop for a year. So many things happened in that year. I lost a loved one, I failed the entrance. I was suffering ...
Depression is a real thing. And people in this world need to be more accepting of that. I have no shame or reluctance to admit that I fell prey to it too. Yes, I have been DEPRESSED. I know I have ...
Let me start with this quote "In times of adversity and change, we really discover who we are and what we’re made of." This is quite relatable with everyone's life. Each one of us will at some poin...
I was at the peak of my career. We had been married for 3 years now, and I was already past 30. We wanted to start a family soon. I found out a few months later that I was pregnant. During my first...
I don’t know why I feel the urge to share this. Since last night I was going through some news and articles on Depression and Mental Health and its very sad to know that nearly 300 Million people w...
TUG OF WAR
“Why are you being so moody?”
“Why are you so quiet?”
“Suddenly you seem more cheerful than usual.”
“Why are you such a cry baby?”
“People like you should be put in a mental insti...
I was happily Living with my Parents and my younger sister in Delhi Utterly ignorant of the cycle of time. When I was 2 Years old My Father Went into Depression , My mother started a job , my Mater...
Being a daughter of a School van driver; I grew up in Mumbai chawl in a traditional middle-class family. I was told to choose an educational path because it gives the financial stability in our Ind...
For me it started with a fear I couldn't recognize what I am afraid of .I used to experiance it at around 8 o'clock night it continued for 3 days.from the next day I had this for the whole day. I...
Sometimes I stare at the railing on my balcony. It looks really messy and dirty because it hasn’t been cleaned in ages. I just like looking at it. Most of the time I’m not even thinking about it wh...
At 21, I realised that I had been in anxiety for more than 10 years, and considered that to be my "normal". Now at 26, I finally feel "normal", or to be honest, just like another unique human being.
Be aware
Before Sharing my story.I wanna say why I'm sharing it.
Because of my extreme carelessness attitude, Till now I'm suffering it shouldn't happen to any other person for people's knowled...
You don’t have to be positive or feel happy all the time.
YOU ARE HUMAN. Not a ROBOT.
I’m a college student pursuing MBBS, since I never studied psychology, I had no clue why I felt that way...
I have lived with schizoid anxiety since I was 13 years old. Every time I have a panic attack, I hear voices in my head telling me that nobody loves me, that I'm worthless, that I should hurt mysel...
One of the most important things I’ve learnt is that it’s important to speak up about mental health. Especially since I am a Psychologist. What I have learnt is that in the process of speaking up, ...
neglect, bullying, depression -You know life would hit you many ways either its family problem, financial problems, or anything else which brings you down so badly that you just do not want to live...
I am 18 years old. Life feels like a tornado of thoughts to me. I suffer from an anxiety disorder and an intense amount of intrusive thoughts. I have tried to but all I end up doing is punish mysel...
It all started with a small guilt of friendship issues. I was feeling like I had done something wrong which nobody had done ever. I was feeling low inside always but couldn't share with anyone.
Shalom's Survivor Story:
"HOLD ON! You did last time. Bear within. One more day. Just a little longer. You had the most beautiful and precious moments in life because you held on...please hold o...
Hey, it started when I was 9, I was being treated for someone who had a mental illness, only to figure out 3 yrs later, I'd a massive brain tumour, I was only a child, so no idea what was happening...
My brother, Raghav, was the kind of person who knew when to slow down in life and live—truly live a moment—not just with his eyes but his soul. Be it a sunset, the night sky, a butterfly, or a rain...
At the age of 16, I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, chronic depression and insomnia. Since then, I’ve been on medication, taken therapy and even undergone ECT. I have indulge...
Beyond time to wake up!!!
“I am not a celebrity neither am I a politician nor a revolutionary. I am like the majority of us - a regular person. Why would anybody want to listen to my story when ev...
I'm a single girl child to my parents. Most of the single children face some sort of behavioral problems. I used to be an introvert all the time. At each stage of my life, I got many friends but th...
Whenever i try to pen down my thoughts about mental health .. i feel so personal because it is , its always been . Depression is a deceptive illness ..
Let me start off by saying, that I was an adopted child. Now I'm not saying I had issues since childhood but I'm saying that I realized certain things were issues after I grew up. I have been a tom...
The best tag line I can describe to myself is changing life from “Suicide to survival”. I feel begin real is the best gift one can give to themselves. I was patient of depression for more than 2 ye...
Everyone always assume that anxiety and depression is something you'll grow out of when you're older. But, I have suffered from mental illness for years. Whenever I do voice my opinion and say I'm ...
It all started with a panic attack when I was 18 years old. Of course, I didn’t take it seriously, as it happened right before my board exams. As time progressed, an event struck in my life that wa...
I was a topper right from childhood. But as I entered 9th Std. my grades suddenly fell down. Actually before I entered 9th std. someone who was very close to my heart made her way to heaven.From ch...
My name is Bipasha. I am eighteen years old. I am suffering from anxiety disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. Last year, after I joined college, I couldn't attend the first three weeks of c...
I had no one to talk to.... I had no friends, I was in love with a guy who was the only person with who i used to talk, my family disliked this relationship of ours...
Until I was fifteen, I did not realize that my actions were the result of destructive mental health. I thought anxiety and anger issues are fancy words and this is all the effect of Channel V or so...
I was very young and naive when invisible evils of depression and anxiety hit me. I did not know what it was, I did not understand my feelings and I certainly had zero idea about the concept of Men...
I always felt that I was too young to experience something like that. It is not normal for a 17 year old to experience an appetite loss, restless sleep, headaches, fear and what not. I figured that...
I always had OCD since a teenager.I had a father who was genetically depressed for years.Seeing him and my mother in such a situation affected me greatly.One day suddenly my father passed away and ...
I am a professor in a college. As I want to avoid being absent from College, I skipped two official meetings in May 2019. The stress of not attending official meetings haunted me. Then I attended a...
I was 28 years old, moderately aware of mental-health issues. At least I was not the one who would say 'You have everything in your life, what are you sad/depressed about?' I was definitely not tha...
It is about my association with something called OCD, yes ‘Obsessive Compulsive Disorder’ and “Anxiety Disorder”. My intent of writing this post is to let the world know that “Being NOT OK is OK” ...
I am a single child of my parents and obviously, I got all their attention that every child wants. In my every article, I always share some of the parts of my life that are disclosed. The symptoms ...
I have been going through situational depression along with anxiety and panic attacks since 2017 due to a life event that changed the course of my life. I am also battling a chronic illness. was mi...
My History with love and betrayal.
He betrayed. Not once, but ample of times. He left taking away some of my most memorable moments and ruined them with his presence. He pushed my happiness asid...
Hi My name is Vishal I am a manager in an IT company as my life was going through lot of problems and troubles I couldn't find any solution day by day started feeling alone and went into depression...
Hi,
So it all started with my stomach problem and headache in starting i thought it is some kind of infection prob in my stomach bcz i had that prob in my past and it was also bcz of the stress...
Whenever i try to pen down my thoughts about mental health .. i feel so personal because it is , its always been . Depression is a deceptive illness ..
It started insidiously ... Feeling low , loss of interest in day to day activities , not caring about myself , not able to get up from the bed in the morning but however had to show up infront of t...
I lost my 15 year old brother who had a sudden cardiac attack..since then I was suffering from insomnia,sleeplessness and dullness in my life.I was only 21 at that time and passed out of college,I ...
I was born in 1982. I was diagnosed with Clinical Depression in February 2015 and it wasn't my first mental illness that I was going to battle. I was 7 years old when I had my 2nd fit and my parent...
It all started when I working in Accenture as a CA. A normal day and I was at the office. All was good for about an hour and suddenly I started feeling suffocated. Sitting on my chair, I just wante...
It was 6 years back. I was preparing for a medical entrance exam and I had taken a drop for a year. So many things happened in that year. I lost a loved one, I failed the entrance. I was suffering ...
Depression is a real thing. And people in this world need to be more accepting of that. I have no shame or reluctance to admit that I fell prey to it too. Yes, I have been DEPRESSED. I know I have ...
Being a medical student is extremely stressful. If you are a medical student and in a toxic relationship, then things are done for you. It took four good years to realise that I am getting treated ...
Bitter sweet happiness - When my world lightened up and came crashing down at the same time
March 2017, I found out I was pregnant, my husband and my were so happy, I had the best 9 months - th...
I never thought depression could happen without a reason, but there I was staring at the dark walls and crying my guts out. Too afraid to make a noise because I thought my sister would hear me. In ...
Let me start with this quote "In times of adversity and change, we really discover who we are and what we’re made of." This is quite relatable with everyone's life. Each one of us will at some poin...
I was at the peak of my career. We had been married for 3 years now, and I was already past 30. We wanted to start a family soon. I found out a few months later that I was pregnant. During my first...
My Depression started severely in May ,2010 while I was preparing for IITJEE-2011 in Kanpur(India). I had to discontinue my preparations for the exam(IIT-JEE) and went on to seek the guidance of a...
One week into high school, i had started cutting myself i was overwhelmed with the workload and all these new scary emotions i was feeling. People always used to call me hasmukh when i was little ...
Live and Let Live
Coming from a middle-class family, working a 9-5 job and saving up for the future meant everything.
A mech engineer by profession, I worked as a content writer for a softwar...
I would wake up every morning feeling very empty, directionless. It seemed like there were butterflies in my stomach, not the ones you get when you fall in love, but those wild ones that could keep...
It all started 3 years ago... When one evening i was doing my project and I suddenly broke down... My mother tried calming me down but i couldn’t. However later somehow around early morning i calme...
It all started when I was 11, but not for me for my mom. She was diagnosed with schizophrenia. 2013 the year I felt on top of the world ,I was 10 and felt the happiest. I loved my life. But I never...
It all started when i realized, i wasn't going to be emotionally as normal as a 12 year old girl is supposed to be. If there has to be a specific reason that initially triggered the anxiety levels,...
I always knew mental health was important. Well, Dear Zindagi explained that to us. Through the last year I started struggling with life in general. I was fresh out of college and like every 23 yea...
In 2 may 2015 i was eventually start feeling low and feeling of not having myself at that moment and feeling of vaccum inside me without any reason at that time i just gave my 12th class exams. And...
I don’t know why I feel the urge to share this. Since last night I was going through some news and articles on Depression and Mental Health and its very sad to know that nearly 300 Million people w...
Depression... it just eats you up from the inside out. It’s like a monster inside your head that takes over. The worst thing is to know that my family and friends were doing all they could yet I st...
Somethings in college weren't going right. The passion of scoring highest marks was somehow becoming a pressure. It was in the month of July when I started feeling something strange. There was some...
I have struggled with anxiety since a teenager due to bullying. Initially, I passed it off as low self-confidence or academic pressure. Around 2016 I started to think maybe I had a mental health di...
It was year 2009 and I was 14 years old, final exams were just 15 days away. Suddenly, I found myself incapable of studying and with thoughts of that I will not be able to perform well for my exams...
I was diagnosed with clinical depression at the age of 18. I was attacked with depression at such a age where I knew nothing about this world. The main reason of my depression is simply my adolesce...
I am a Company Secretary Professional student.CS is has been my dream.
I was an intelligent student in class.I scored well throughout school and college.I had never known failure in the real sen...
I was mentally, emotionally and physically abused from the ages of 7-20 years old by the one person who I should have been able to trust with my life: my mother. Those abusive years with her, robbe...
I thought I was about to die.
It was depressing phase of my life. I was 28 year old , mother of a 2 year old, fulltime mother and a house-wife. I left my career for taking care of my child.
Stress, anxiety, and depression – it’s all incredibly real. When you feel like your back is up against the wall, you have no stability, and everything that you worked for has been stripped away fro...
Hi there.... I am a child of a schizophrenic mother.My mother was diagnosed with the disease at the time, when I was just in 6th std. For a child, parents are everything to them... They provide ...
Depression: Not a feeling to understand
This can't be understood or described, it can only be felt. I realised it after 6 months of carrying this baggage. I thought I was strong enough to handle...
I Had a terrible terrible childhood meaning i was abused physically,mentally,emotionally and i was just s kid like not more than 10 years. Anyway, the struggle of all those things are over but now ...
I don't even know when it started but if I look back, I can ball park it to when I was in high school. I left home to study at Kota and the living conditions and environment there was toxic to say ...
It all started with a yearning of having another child and becoming pregnant. It had been more than a few years since I had a baby so I had these carefully orchestrated plans . But never for the l...
It has been a few years now that I have been suffering from depression. Before I could actually understand what it was, Depression had already engulfed me. What I thought was just mere sadness grad...
I was sexually abused by my father in the 2nd grade. Then in school I was bullied horribly by my peers. I was very very naive and so the boys in school had hurt me emotionally and took advantage of...
Coming out of the closet - My version! So I bet all of you know me as the “funny girl” but I have a secret to tell; this picture was clicked in 2015 when I thought of spilling the secret out throug...
One of the most important things I’ve learnt recently is that it’s important to speak up about mental health. Especially since psychology has been my course of interest as well as education. What I...
A Fight within
“A Lawyer”- the title I dreamt of in my adolescence. I was living the dream when I got my first job and at the age of 24, I co-authored two books. The life I imagined, I was livin...
The dying hope
One year back,I experienced a turning point in my life.I was 16.I had just entered college and things around me were significantly changing.And there was a time,when I lost contro...
I moved to New York City to study at the New York Film Academy in January 2018. I had just turned 22.
It was the first weekend of March, the initial excitement of my new life had died down and the...
I was a victim of depression for years and it took 10 years to get help. Even though as a child I was talking to counselors no one understood me. My family didn’t understand but only one of my clos...
I am 26.I have symptoms of depression since the past 6-7 years but I was always able to pick myself up by reading a book or attending some meditation class etc.But last year around this time my sym...
I would like to start it from the beginning when I was a baby of 2 months old I met an accidental fall from bed & got head injury for which I was referred to a well known Neurosurgeon of Nagpur, af...
I went through a challenging time in my personal life a couple of years ago. I assumed whatever I was feeling was natural grief post a painful divorce. When the emotional roller-coaster dragged ove...
#NotAshamed
Shivering fingers
Red crying eyes
A Heavy head
and an unpeaceful heart
Gloomy days
and gloomier nights,
That is what it feels like,
and Yes, I am not ashamed,
I am working in an IT company in Bangalore. Chocolates and flowers gives me ocean full of happiness.
About a year ago I was diagnosed with clinical depression and it became my best teacher on t...
I've had a tramautic childhood. As a child, all I can remember is desperately wishing for a supportive family. Imagine growing up, yearning for the love and affection every child deserves. I was an...
My stint with mental issues began when I was around 10. Nothing was particularly bad in my life except the fact that I had no friends for two years in school. That kind of made me reserved. The lon...
A lot has changed. I’m not the same as I may remember. There’s parts of me that have hardened, and parts of me that may have slightly softened. I though I was going to give up, but I can say...my f...
People usually have this notion that if you are a “positive person” you can never be depressed. But How my positivity is to be linked with my depression. I mean if I am positive person I can’t a l...
It took me so many days of contemplation, to finally post this online. I wouldn’t call myself a discreetly personal individual but at the same time, I’m neither a very open one.
I write this not...
Why is God punishing me?
Sharing my dreadful experience when I used to say.."Why is God punishing me?"Everything in my life was going normal but soon something started taking place with me which...
Hi.I'm Maanasa and I'm 18.As a teenager,i've always been somebody that loved social circles and hanging around and being my usual chirpy self.But then,i hit a roadblock a year back and everything c...
12th grade was an year when my life took a huge turn. I was 17. There was huge pressure from my parents and peers and with frequent comments and judgements from many left a bad taste in my mouth an...
I have never shared this anywhere, only 1-2 people close to me know that I have anxiety issues and on the level that if I don't get it cured, it can lead me into depression and self harm.
I am diagnosed with anxiety and depression. What people need to understand is that when you are struggling, your mind is a dark place and it's okay not to be okay. Even then, it does not mean that ...
Having a traumatic childhood can actually affect you emotionally and cognitively. As a kid, it’s difficult to understand situations around you and until a long time i had no name to my feelings. Ba...
SCARS TO YOU BEAUTIFUL..!!
Walking on the path, and meeting anyone, the very first compliment I used to get is "YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL".
But those admires I couldn't hear. I was unable to see w...
I wasted the best years of my life due to my anxiety and depression.
I was thinking about life! I was thinking about what I wanted to do and who I wanted to be. I was trying to tire my mind int...
My family broke into pieces when I was a child. I never realised how much my father's mistakes affected me till I started peeling all my issues to the core through various therapies. It started ref...
Having bitter and mildly abusive childhood including sexual harrassment without any love and understanding in early years of my adolescents lead me to insecurity and hatred towards men. During grow...
It all started with a minor headache. It all started with a minor setback. There were minute things which anyone wouldn't notice like withdrawal from all activities which used to interest a person ...
I don't know when it all started but I remember telling my mom about how scared I am but for what reason I don't know.All of a sudden I was scared to travel alone even around 8pm in evening. I was ...
I'm a warm happy and chirpy yet super sarcastic person according to my family and friends. Everything was good until one fine day I read a book by Sidney Sheldon "tell me your dreams" which is a t...
Today I am going to write down on something that has been deemed taboo by many people for far too long. Today I will talk about mental illness. Depression. Anxiety. The likes of it. I have been dia...
My life turned upside down two years ago when I started noticing some major changes in my behaviour. My intellectual insight into the problem and having known the triggers just made the whole perio...
You are not alone and depression doesn’t discriminate with the age! Yes, I want to start my story by telling this to all of you as when I went into depression, I felt alone - i wasn’t aware what it...
Just think, waking up with obnoxious feeling, everyday. What if you don’t feel like waking up in the morning (because you don’t want to face that fear, pain and all those unanswered questions)?
...
Im 22 years old, a doctor and I have chronic depression with trichotillomania and eczema.
I'm having a bad day today. And it hit me that it never really leaves you. I had my first bout of depre...
I was in std. IX when my dad was Transfered to Sambalpur.
I had recently lost my best friend, one of the most trusted people of my life. I was in need of a support. Everything was new to me. An...
My name is Pradeep Yarra. I was born and brought up from Costal Andhra. Like everyone I completed my bachelors and joined in a company in pune in the year 2010. Things weren't easy for me as i had ...
I was always a very dreamy kid. I would rely heavily on books and movies to escape the world. I had trouble with concentrating, finding any kind of meaning in school or grades. Despite having a lov...
I was a topper in school and living a life of enthusiasm, fun and confidence. Soon I got enrolled in 11th class and looking forward to an exciting coaching for IIT-JEE and was doing well for the in...
Have faith in your faith - My story of postpartum depression and OCD
I had a very happy pregnancy and i gave birth to a baby boy on 7 Jan 2018. Next day when i woke up on 8 Jan 2018, i suddenly...
I was diagnosed with clinical depression, and the first question I asked my therapist was when did it really start? And for most people, there is a trigger moment, or a particular time after which ...
I was always been a quiet kid, so when I started retreating into myself my university years. it seemed like no one noticed. I would get 3 to 4 hours of sleep a night, ate irregularly, felt worthles...
Hey! This is Arya, I'm 24+, a software engineer by profession and Here I am to share my story and the positive side of going through depression.
A little background before I share my experience...
My Dad went to heaven about 2yrs ago. And I remember when I went through that loss I struggled to make peace with it. I grieved and thankfully had the support of family and friends. I was living ab...
I typed and erased till I could not think of how to make the perfect start but then there is no perfect start...
Soon after marriage I got into a big family...the burden to be like my late mothe...
I'm a medical student and I was in second when I was first diagnosed with depression. I didn't realize that I wasn't eating right , I lost 8 kgs in 2 months and was very irritated all the time. It ...
I am Namratha Rao, and I was 23 when I was diagnosed with clinical depression. I was a working professional in Bangalore and was doing very well in life. Ideally, I had nothing to complain about in...
I come from a generation that's finally started to embrace mental health as a form of health just like physical health. My mother's generation unfortunately didn't even care or acknowledge mental h...
Growing up, I was bullied a lot for being effeminate. My classmates used to harass me & even teachers called me names. The realization, that I was gay, and the bullying started affecting me a lot. ...
Depression-A Bullsit.Yeahh you heard it right.A complete bullshit where we torture ourselves to an extent that we become helpless and think in a worst manner we could.Hello everyone myself Priyank...
Depression- The ten letter word, that makes people fear the unknown. The phenomenon is more of an uninvited intruder which steps into your life at some given point, when you might be facing one of ...
I was in depression for 4 to 5 months. It was when a started my college life. i was excited about my college life but after 2 months into it i was feeling a little lonely. It started of like normal...
Being a doctor I never thought I will fall into the trap of depression. It all started after the delivery of my baby but the roots of depression went back when I lost my mother due to cancer and it...
Its been more than 10 months I have been fighting depression and anxiety both.It almost like my mental illnesses are fighting with each other.
I was quite, bit shy, ambivert & an passionate spo...
it has been 3 years now that i cant get over this sinking feeling that i have. being the eldest daughter with a abusive father was difficult to deal with. i am ferociously protective about my broth...
Just four days after I was born, my conservative Punjabi family started dictating me that because I am girl I don't deserve enough and I am not at all enough and that continued to happen to me for ...
It started in 2014 my naanu died . 6 months later my pet died . After my naanu’s death I started having this feeling that everyone’s gonna leave me now . I started crying whenever my mom got late ...
I was diagnosed with intrusive thoughts OCD and mild depression in 2017. I used to get thoughts of harming myself. I couldn't stand near the balcony or pick up a knife to cut fruits. I was scared o...
I work as an instructional designer. I am a poet, writer, singer, dancer, an artist at heart. And guess what made me effortlessly creative?
My anxiety issues :) thanks to my dramatic visualisat...
I grew up in an environment that made me scared of my own family members. I never had the courage to put my foot down and ask for what I needed. I always bottled up how I felt thinking it was highl...
I've been diagnosed with depression when I was 18, due to alot of issue going through. I was always that happy person who used to make people laugh and smile and motivate them till then. Yes there ...
I was 18 when I suffered from depression and anxiety. When triggered, I ended up having panic attacks. Depression scattered me while panic attacks turned my world upside down.
I spent almost eve...
I've always been someone who's always achieved(worked hard for it) whatever I wanted. Success was something I craved for 24/7. 14 years back something drastic hit my family of 4; while others adapt...
It all started since my father's death.. Since one year.. I not only lost my dad but also my back-end support system, my whole world.. That was so sudden that I had gone into a trauma.. Everyone e...
I go the attack on the flight between Hong Kong and Milan in January 2014. I woke up sweating and I did not know what to do and I felt so helpless. Somehow I reached Milan and then spent next 10 da...
March 2016, my life took an unpredictable turn. My mother died and my bf broke up with me the same day. A week later my father announced his 6-year long affair. I was shattered and angry. Every mor...
I am a suicide attempt survivor and was diagnosed with depression and anxiety last year. Which I have known for my whole life, but was afraid to go get diagnosed because I was not ready to accept ...
I am a 19 year old college student. A shy, introverted girl, I have always had issues fitting in. Along with that, I also had severe anxiety. I had been suicidal since the last six or seven years d...
I am a 19 year old teenager who was diagnosed with depression at an initial stage just this year mid September.
For me September was too late. I was feeling empty inside and all my will to do a...
Hi, I suffer from a mood disorder known as Bipolar disorder. Before 2016 i wasn't even aware of what my actual problem was, forget about any name of the illness i suffered from. But i always knew t...
It's okay that you're not okay.
It took me 6 years to realise this.
I am 22years old, I am suffering from Major depressive disorder from the past 6 years.The thing that makes it hard to reali...
I didn't know what I was going through at first. I was ten years old when i started having nightmares which led to troubled sleep. I was in class six when I and everyone else named me a cry baby ...
I use to stutter since childhood but it increased when I was in grade 10. Maybe because of my break up, the girl who cheated me twice or maybe because my best friend whom I consider as my sister di...
I don't know why people assume that a person suffering from depression will always be mum and silent. It was a other way round in my case.
I have always been a bubbly girl and people always f...
I started to develop symptoms when i moved to a new city i thought it was because of the adjusting problem but then i lately realised that am facing a problem in meeting up people inferior and anxi...
My struggle with depression started off very insidiously. I found myself prone to mood swings and moments where I didn't want to talk to anyone or be around anyone.
I lost interest in the thing...
My Story
We all are under pressure the moment we wake up in the morning. A school going child has to perform well in his exams, a teenager has his/her emotional dilemmas going along with the add...
Greetings to all! Myself Mehvish,I turned 21 on the 5th of nov 2018.I was diagnosed with depression in july 2016 and it turns out that I was suffering from it past 5 years.I have always been an em...
Well it all started when I moved out to a bigger city(Pune). Being from a small town it was really difficult to get along and getting the pace of life. I was so busy chasing things that I didn't ev...
I was diagnosed with post partum depression post delivery of my child in 2013. Frequent episodes of crying, insecurity that my baby would be taken away from me, frequent feeling of fire in my belly...
It was back in 2004 I had taken admission in hotel management. I belong to a good family though I had never experienced life in a metro city. Being a girl and the youngest in the family I was pampe...
For a girl who was always up to mischief until I was 15, it was hard to see why I couldn’t bear to talk to anyone ever again. 2 years of silence for someone who couldn’t shut up was something that ...
My story starts with the first episode of convulsion in March 2014 and then a full blown panic attack that lasted for a week in Oct 2017. I always perceived myself as someone who was emotionally ve...
Hi, I am Riddhi. And this is the survival story of mine.When I was in class 10, I suffered from depression. I was a happy and a very joyous girl before. But then suddenly things changed in my life....
I have gone through acute depression from 1991 to 2013. It was a dreadful phase of my life which I have overcome boldly and I could never ever forget that lean phase of my life. I used to share my ...
Meri kahani thodi lmbi ha . Ma punjab k ek ganv se hu mene depression ko takreebn 4th standard se face kiya ha meri 3 bahne ha jisne ma do ne depression ko face kiya or meri mother bhi depression k...
Being a medico myself I never imagined of going through mental illnesses. But you never know what happens in life. Put forward into reality check in my rural service days post MBBS I became diagn...
I had post natal depression and struggled although I had a supportive family. I live abroad and was in constant battle with mind and barely could breathe and felt guilty holding a baby who had to b...
I have been through a toxic phase in my life, later I realized I had that weird uneasiness in days and nights. There have been days when I just wanted to cry for no reason, call up a friend and sha...
Depression, was something i never believed in until it happen to me. It started with my mom passing away. It affected my ability to fall asleep, i just was not able to sleep that lead to anxiety an...
I was working abroad at that point of time. I did not even understand what was happening, or what triggered my depression. All I knew was, I used to feel tired all the time, yet I could not sleep. ...
I used to wake up with that sinking feeling that nothing was right in my life. I was thankful in the evenings because I knew that this was it and soon I could go off to sleep and nothing would matt...
My life started to roll down hill when I was 15. That's the time puberty struck me and I obviously started to get into relationships and one relationship that went bad made things bad for me. I had...
I've been battling with depression and a mild mood disorder since 2017. It all began when I started losing all my close friends. Waking up everyday used to be a struggle. It slowly started getting...
I think I’ve finally managed to gather the courage to speak about depression and anxiety. I was clinically depressed two years ago and was undergoing medication. Misdiagnosed and was given high dos...
Thinking back, I believe I began to experience depression around the age of fourteen or fifteen, though I didn't recognise it for what it was until I was forty years of age. For those many years in...
If you had to imagine my brain it would basically be a discombobulation of nerves with less than adequate serotonin. What sucks is that I didn't know this. I though this was all my fault. Before my...
I am a single mother of 2 daughters. After my 2nd daughter I was diagnosed with postpartum depression which unfortunately didn't get cured as my family never supported me. They never understood my ...
Hey everyone. This is Asmita and I am here to share my story with you all. I am a depression survivor and I am not ashamed of it. I am 17 and last year I got into depression. My depression wasn't t...
On 11th of July 2013 around 12 o clock night I was first hit by depression and anxiety. Tremendous amount of sadness and fear broke me. Nearly a month I was not abel to figure out what was exactly ...
I guess my story, started when I was fourteen years old. Frequent breakdowns in the school assembly without any fathomable cause ,this feeling of extreme amounts of anxiety, stomach lurching fear....
There would be days when I wouldn't want to come out of my room, days when I wouldn't want to attend any classes or talk to anyone. Eating was an activity that I enjoyed the most, but now it seemed...
This isn’t my story, it’s that of the person that I love and value the most. My husband is my hero, he’s everything and more that I’d ever expect in a decent human being. I’ve always known him to b...
Hi.I am here sharing my story because I want to make a difference for people who have depression but i'm here mainly to talk about suicide.I am only 16 years old and last year(when i was 15) I had ...
My story is about physical, emotional and mental stress. At the peak of my young age(28) i developed Alopecia Areata, wherein you go bald in patches and lose hair. It was so chronic that i even los...
I am a 3rd year medical student and by the end of my last semester of 2nd year i started feeling really low i use to cry for hours for no reason even when i was surrounded by my friends or in a hap...
Life is very difficult. No… that’s not a fact, it’s just an interpretation that a person undergoing biological depression and anxiety would perceive. Life is just about facing challenges… big and s...
It was all lyk a scary dream :( several years ago I lost my cousin ! She committed suicide and a girl who commits sthng lyk that is never spared even after death by our ruthless society. I witnesse...
Life is about different experiences and challenges one faces. I have had my share of good and bad. This story of my depression is from my school, college and till date. I have had people in my life...
Steave jobs has once said that ,'sometimes life hits you in a head with break ..' this what exactly happens when an mental illness caught you . Depression started playing hide and sick with me whe...
That time was not so easy for me. I attempted suicide for several times. Almost two years I took to see a doctor. Always struggled with how to say, what to say
I had my first attack at the age of 13. I didn't know what was happening to me. But I felt like I was in a dark tunnel, feeling anxious, low, suffocated and empty. I felt a 'fish out of water feeli...
Hello to the amazing minds out there.. it’s difficult to write where I am writing. So here is my journey….
It all started god knows when.I was left lonely amidst a whole lot of people I was quit...
As I have been going through with both anxiety and depression from the time where I didn't even know what was happening.ing to me...Yes I am a victim to this illness since childhood... It became ex...
At the age of 24 when every young girl were looking for the chance of perfect career growth or dreaming about her prince charming , I was struggling with panic attack and anxiety disorder, I Still...
Hi myself Gayatry N. Iyer. First of all let me thank Deepika Padukone for her initiative on stepping forward to share her story which actually benefited in my survival.
I was so frustrated ...
It was back in 2020, just as the first wave of pandemic started subsiding, my life entered a vortex of
entropy. Family issues, professional shortcomings and personal botch-ups joined forces to d...
My recovery journey highlights how the right support can accelerate an individual’s ability to build resilience and motivation to recover and lead a fulfilling life.
Skanda Sriganesh's experience is assurance that finding comfort and allocating time for what nurtures your well-being can help you find your safe space.
Read his #StoryOfHope below
I am now running and wearing 5 inch heels again and have resumed working. My aim is to help those who feel unworthy or need strength and work towards eradicating the stigma when it comes to mental ...
We’re quick to brush our fears, anxieties, stresses, vulnerabilities, and insecurities under the carpet. We often pretend that everything is okay, in our eternal quest to project ourselves as normal.
Remember to just be kind. To others and to yourself. Also, you can lead a completely normal life with any mental illness if you are aware of your triggers, eat well, take your meds (if needed). Spe...
My long-term goal is to work voluntarily with NGOs supporting Asperger's Syndrome. These helplines provide a listening ear and are very supportive when you are in distress.
The daily chaos, the unbearable losses, the painful rewind, the friendship that couldn't survive the time is all weaved into the tapestry of life. This fabric is strengthened by how I define myself...
I want to emphasize that it is quite possible to recover from any mental disorder. Just go out, travel, chat with people, and smile at strangers on the street.
Reaching out, being honest, and letting someone in helped me see that even in the darkest times, there’s a way forward. Things got better, and now I can look back and feel thankful for the decision...
Success doesn’t come from working yourself to exhaustion—it comes from understanding your limits and making space for your mental health in your daily life.
I've come a long way since those darkest days. The journey has been challenging, but it has also taught me resilience and self-compassion. By acknowledging my struggles and seeking support, I've fo...
It's a place in time you have to get to by yourself - I mean yes, with support and therapy and meds etc. - but ultimately it's the clarity that you conjure up yourself that makes these thoughts see...
I stepped off that dining table with this thought and decided to continue working towards building communities, support groups and safe spaces where people can come together and share, finding some...
Anna Chandy has been involved in the mental health domain in India for nearly three decades. Her body of work includes counselling individuals and family systems, psychoeducation, training and ment...
Dr. Shyam Bhat is the Chairperson of Live Love Laugh, and a Psychiatrist and Integrative Medicine specialist. Dr. Bhat is among fewer than 600 medical professionals worldwide, with postgraduate tra...
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is the Executive Chairperson at Biocon. She is a pioneering biotech entrepreneur and a recipient of the Padma Bhushan (2005) and the Padma Shri (1989). She is committed to provi...
Dr Doraiswamy is a professor of psychiatry and medicine at Duke University School of Medicine (USA), and also a member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. He has been an advisor to lead...
Ananth Narayanan is an investor and an entrepreneur in the consumer internet space in India. He is the founder of Mensa Brands that looks to invest into and work with founders of digital-first bran...
At LiveLoveLaugh, Anisha provides strategic leadership across program development, fundraising, policy outreach and other areas. During her tenure as the CEO, LLL has emerged as a leading voice in ...
Lekha leverages her expertise in technology and management to lead the Foundation's digital vertical at The Live Love Laugh Foundation. Furthermore, she contributes to program, policy and communica...
Brian crafts communications strategy and manages media outreach at the foundation. He has a master's degree in mass communication and is a big believer in the power of collaboration and in being a ...
Arul has an ITI background with an education in the mechanical field. He has previously worked with the Indian Army for over 18 years and has played the role of an administrator in various capaciti...
Annebelle plays the role of EA to the Director of the Foundation. She has over 15 years of experience working in Admin departments of various organizations. She holds a degree in theology & sec...
Ankita holds a Master's degree in Development from Azim Premji University, Bengaluru and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Stella Maris College, Chennai. While she was specializing in Public He...
Sufia holds a MBA in Communication Management from Symbiosis International University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Mount Carmel College. Having worked extensively towards the...
Raja comes with 7 years of experience in admin related activities with retail organizations like Health & Glow and Geetanjali Diamonds. He is dedicated, hard working and always ready to help an...
Kala has been a part of the LiveLoveLaugh family since inception. She is a dedicated, hard working and efficient person who always ensures everyone has their steaming cup of filter coffee to ...
Merin holds a Masters in Economics from Mahatma Gandhi University & a PG Diploma in Public Relations from Cochin University of Management Studies. She has taught Economics & English and her...
With a triple major in Communication and Media, Psychology, and English from Christ University, Shirsha is creative and passionate. Combining a passion for mental health advocacy with expertise in ...
Venkat holds a Master’s in Business Administration and Social Work from Andhra University and a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Berhampur University. He comes with over 23 years of experience in...
Pritha has completed her Masters in Development Studies from Azim Premji University, Bangalore and her Bachelors in Sociology and Psychology from Sophia College, Mumbai. She has been working in the...
Matangi drives the design and implementation of programs at LiveLoveLaugh. With over two and a half decades of experience in both the corporate and development sectors, her interests lie at the int...
