Suicide is not something that weak people commit or contemplate. It is what even a strong person in a weak moment can do. We all need to be

Bindiya addresses a range of very relevant mental health concerns like stress, depression, anxiety, the emotional impact of the lockdown, an

Astronauts have to endure many months if isolation in space stations. They live in tight spaces, with no luxuries and can’t go for walks or

Social media feeds have become yummilcious with pics of delicious food of all sorts being whipped up by seasoned home chefs, first-time chef

Find a passion project or a hobby. It's proven to be good for your mental health. And no, watching Netflix is not a hobby, it's pass-time an

It's very easy to get consumed by fear and over information, feelings of loneliness, frustration, boredom, helplessness and hopelessness. It

It's very easy to get consumed by fear and over information, feelings of loneliness, frustration, boredom, helplessness and hopelessness. It

Not every moment of every day is perfect, peaceful or extraordinary. But we can carve out tiny boxes of time that are quiet, and only ours. Thirty minutes spent mindfully on something simple that we enjoy, be it a book, some music, gentle deep breathing, meditation, the perfect cuppa, or just staring into space is enough to create a positive change in our mental and emotional wellbeing, and the sheer quality of our lives. Try it for just 10 days and see the difference it make

Connectivity can not replace community. Communication is not the same as connection. So here we are, connected 24/7, with hundreds of social

Eastern countries devised some beautiful rituals around tea. These were about more than just drinking tea. They were about bonding, mental health and emotional well-being. The Japanese made it an art form…a carefully crafted practice of mindfulness, best summed up in the Zen phrase "ichi-go ichi-e", which means "one time, one meeting". The phrase encapsulates the beauty, uniqueness and impermanence of the present moment. According to researchers at Yale, holding a warm cup of

This is a way of measuring anxiety and depression which gets away from the use of language. This might actually be a better way of capturing a patient's mood than questions, especially when gauging the moods of children, and other patients who have trouble communicating verbally. Colors are often used as metaphors for moods, but no one had systematically researched color associations. This study found that people with depression or anxiety were more likely to associate their

Many relationships are transient in our lives. They have a shelf life, there for a certain time, but always with a purpose, even though we may not see it without ample introspection. The purpose could be to bring us momentary joy, shine a light on our emotional chasms, hold a mirror to our hidden selves, highlight our frailties, our strengths. Or hard as it may be, to just teach us a lesson about people, life, instincts, and the myriad complexities of the human heart and mind

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Be like a tree, forever evolving. Growing, weathering storms, breaking, healing, aging uniquely, gaining strength from stillness, staying grounded, silently gaining wisdom, and becoming immensely individuated. Become your own unique self, find comfort in your own niche, where you are needed and meant to be. It is a part of the Ascension process. #ancientwisdom #healinghideaway #ascension #spirituality #spiritualgrowth#spiritualretreats #top10spiritualretreats #india #bindiyam

We all go through rough emotional patches, where one feels overwhelmed by pain, stress, or consumed by anger, fear, jealousy or insecurity. Here's a simple, yet highly effective meditation that'll help you tide through emotionally rough weather, and come out calmer and more in control of your feelings. About the practice If you are feeling consumed by jealously, anger or rage towards a colleague, friend or family member, or any other negative emotion towards a person or situa

Another life lost to depression, as Hyderabad TV anchor, Radhika Reddy commits suicide, leaving behind a note that read, “My brain is my enemy.” As with many depressed people, she managed to put on a brave, even happy face at work. Nobody knew the dark, uphill battle she was fighting, wrecked not by an outsider, but her own mind. Depression is not something we can wish away. It’s as real, and often more painful than a broken leg. And it’s a lonely journey, as it’s silent and

Thich Nhat Hanh said, “Sometimes joy is the source of your smile. At other times, your smile is the source of your joy.” For ages, spirituality and science have been trying to understand what really makes the human heart sing. Finally, there seem to be some answers! For starters, there’s some truth is old clichés like “money can’t buy you happiness.” Apparently, once your basic needs are met, all the delightful frills do little to raise your sense of satisfaction. Youth? A go

Ever wondered why most people are more stressed than ever before? This is a pretty huge question, the answer to which lies in a complex web of changing social beliefs, systems, dynamics and technology! To begin with, the very fibre of our social fabric had changed. Gender roles are no longer well defined in most modern societies, and that changes the way family units operate, interact and negotiate the course of their relationships. Often people are caught in a trap of deeply

We live in a Thought Universe. Thoughts make things. They determine how we create our reality and how we experience life. That’s why ten people can have the identical experience, let's say they all attend the same party, and each one can have very different things to say about it. Negative thoughts and thinking are one of the most common and universal problems faced by people. These can diminish the quality of our lives, prevent us from experiencing true happiness and freedom

Sound Healing sessions are a really good way to relax, rebalance, revitalise and retune the bodies vibrational frequencies. Sound is one of the most transformative energies on the planet. It can relax, excite, evoke or move us to great heights of emotion. Sound Healing or Therapy has been part of various ancient cultures like the Greeks, Indians, Romans, Egyptians, Aborigines, Native Americans, Shamans, Mongols and Tibetans. While the nuances and instruments may vary, the pr