When a loved one is struggling emotionally, and trying to grapple with emotional difficulties, it can be hard to know how to respond. Conversations around mental health require a delicate balance between empathy, support, and respect for the individual’s boundaries. Familiarizing yourself with the appropriate do’s and don’ts aids in fostering…
Vidya Sury, Collecting Smiles
Addiction is a complex but treatable disease that affects brain function and behavior. Embarking on a journey towards addiction recovery is a brave and life-changing decision. It involves more than abstaining from substances; it is a continual process of healing and transformation. If you’re ready to start this journey, arming yourself…
I desperately rummaged through my tote bag. The shopkeeper impatiently glared at me as if to say others are waiting, so could you please hurry up and finish your purchase? My eyes filled with tears when I realized that I would fall short by a few rupees to buy that beautiful multicolored saree. Mom…
Medical malpractice is a term that strikes fear into the hearts of patients, and for good reason. It represents a breach of trust between patients and healthcare providers, resulting in harm or injury due to negligence or errors in medical treatment. I have lost count of the times this has happened…
The brain, both in a physical, and scientific sense and also in the context of mental health and wellbeing, is our most important possession and asset. As such, we owe it to ourselves to do everything we can, in our control, to maintain the health of our brain. I just recently…
In the face of life’s formidable challenges, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and to question our strength and resilience. However, amidst the turmoil, gratitude is a powerful tool that often goes unnoticed. Gratitude can help! It’s a force that can help us endure and thrive in the face of adversity. So,…
I arrived in New York City yesterday. One of the things on my to-do list here is to walk across Brooklyn Bridge. Then I heard that Brooklyn Heights is worth a visit. As a history buff, how could I say no? But first, the research! Brooklyn Heights has been an important…