HealTalk Parakram

TW: discussions of mental illness, anxiety, depression

In this episode, we're joined by Ananya Mirji, a practising psychologist from Bangalore. We've always wondered about the facets of mental health awareness through a different perspective, and that's exactly what we got! Listen on through the link in our bio!

DISCLAIMER: Nothing discussed in this podcast is intended as advice. For therapeutic advice or professional therapy, please directly contact Ms Mirji at @ananya_mirji on Instagram, from where she will direct you further.

TW: deals with Depression, Anxiety, ADD, OCD, PME



“My art is what defines me. I’m not ashamed of my mental illnesses, this is who I am.”



Welcome Sanaa Mangalore, chapter head at The Period Society Bangalore, an aspiring artist, designer, and Mental Health advocate who loves to talk about her journey and wishes to use her platform to build an accepting community. Through this episode, Sanaa shares her inspiring stories battling mental illnesses. The episode explores the depths of not just mental health, but also its impact on Menstruators during their cycle. Listen, as Sanaa throws light on several topics like Pre-menstrual exacerbation, symptoms, coping mechanisms and a lot more.

TW: deals with depression, depressive episodes, mentions of self-harm. 

In this episode, we introduce our audience to Rachitha, a survivor of depression, and one of the bravest people we know. She lends us her thoughts on the importance of platonic support, the dangers of self-diagnosis, and the slippery slope of social media rabbit holes. Listen on for a slice of her thoughts and learnings from her life experiences!

In this episode, we explore a fresh take on therapy, psychology, and teenage mental health. It's no longer a simple mention of therapeutic treatments- here, we look at the technical aspects of therapy and the fire it lights in Srishti's eyes, as an aspiring psychologist. Listen on as we discuss treatments, ten-year plans, and teenage tendencies with Srishti Shahi!! Link in bio for the full episode.

Another new episode! Here, we delve into Madhu's world as they tell us their story- gender dysphoria, being a part of the LGBTQ community, and life in general. It's an episode that takes on taboo, lack of awareness, and many more aspects. Listen on to find out more!

Although we have spoken about awareness regarding mental health, we haven’t shed light on the importance on why one must reach out for help and basic etiquette others must follow to sensitise themselves while interacting with someone having a mental illness. In this episode or HealTalk, we got to speak with Aish who gave us a very informative as well as fun insight on the above mentioned as well as a lot more! Hope you enjoy :)