I have studied mental health as an academic pursuit for the greater part of my adult life, but my personal trysts with the necessity and beauty of the subject – from the lenses of psychology, philosophy, art, spirituality, neuroscience, culture and real-life experience have shown me that well-being isn’t fragmented into body and mind, and neither are these fields. The intersection of these fields is what excites me most, and I am constantly exploring new ways to view, experience and impact mental health.

I strive to create safe spaces for expression, across mediums and channels of communication. My workshops thus far have explored the constructs of Everyday kindness, Self care, Self expression, Art-based storytelling, Movement, Music and Poetry.

Forming a real connect with another being, even if for a moment. And helping people find and tell their story, unapologetically.

I think they allow people to be more accepting of themselves – you feel less alone in your journey and also reflect as you listen to others share. There is an underlying bond between people who make space for your vulnerability, and it is beautiful to see strangers bring that out in each other, sometimes a lot more than close family and friends can.

That everyone just wants to be heard, seen and understood, for who they are. You don’t necessarily have to resolve everybody’s challenges – you just have to notice and acknowledge them, and let people know that their feelings, whatever they are, are valid and real.

I believe I accept and invite the most genuine, honest and present self in everyone I’m around, and extend the same to them. I hold no moral high ground or judgement towards anyone, as I don’t believe to ever have the right answer, only perspective, if at all.

Storytelling, Learning, Conversations, Tinkering