The person that I loved and adored the most in the world was suffering, and I was a helpless onlooker.
Tag: depression
A Rekindled Friendship as Therapy
The way he told me that I was not alone in my mental health journey made me feel visible and heard amidst a volley of texts which had simply …
Are Invisible Battles Unreal?
A perspective on the disparity between reality and what is visible to the others when it comes to mental health issues.
The Camaraderie of Strangers
The poet's ode to her mother-in-law who weathered grave mental health issues for decades.
My Story With Bipolar Disorder, and How to Talk and Not Talk About Mental Illnesses
An essay on how society treats physical and mental pain differently – even though they can be equally unbearable.
Reading ‘The Yellow Wallpaper’: A Mirror to Women’s Societal Status
A short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman published in 1892 still resonates today when it comes to women and mental health.
I’ve Travelled These Roads
This poem is a reflection of contemporary society where young and old battle their everyday demons to survive and co-exist.
The Curious Case of Lonely Celebrations
We never really learnt or adapted to actually be alone with nothing but ourselves – to pause, to think, to wander and wonder.
It’s Not Funny: A Poem on Bollywood’s Portrayal of Mental Health
A poem in response to the many Bollywood films over the years that have romanticised mental health disorders or used them for comic effect.
Headspace Was My Saviour, Then My Crutch
Apps like Headspace may help keep the stress off, but one must be wary of how dependant we get on them and understand that they are not a substitute …