Georgia Pritchett may not be a household name, but her words have reached millions. The British screenwriter has shaped some of television’s sharpest comedies like Succession, Veep, and The Thick of It. Yet in her memoir 'My Mess is a Bit of Life', she turns the lens inward where Pritchett chronicles her journey through debilitating...
What’s common between John Wick’s character from New York and Sumit, a writer from Goa? They both deeply adore their pets. "When Helen died, I lost everything. Until that dog arrived on my doorstep. A final gift from my wife. In that moment, I received some semblance of hope. An opportunity to grieve un-alone.” There’s...
A pioneering study has unveiled a promising non-invasive treatment for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders. Using low-intensity focused ultrasound, researchers have managed to directly target and modulate the amygdala, a deep brain region long linked to emotional regulation and mental health disorders-without the need for surgery or medication. How the treatment works...
Before the fire, Mercy Blaine hadn’t left her house in two years. After the fire, with nothing but a reluctant heart and her dog Wasabi for company, she finds herself behind the wheel of a creaky campervan heading north towards Darwin. Forced to face a life outside four walls, she embarks on an unexpected journey...
We are having more ultra-processed food (UPF) than ever before. And that is reshaping not just our waistlines but our minds. A new study published in the journal Nutrients has added powerful evidence to a growing consensus: diets high in UPFs are linked to a greater risk of anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders....
This is a personal essay written by the author, sharing their individual journey and experiences. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this piece belong solely to the author and do not necessarily reflect those of MyndStories. This essay has not been professionally vetted or reviewed for clinical accuracy. Have you ever felt this sinking...
“The key to managing anxiety among employees is to focus more on humanizing the workplaces and creating safer spaces. This will help the employees bring their whole authentic selves to work” Workplaces are all about people. And people, as we know, aren’t immune to stress, anxiety, or the weight of life’s complexities. Yet, for far...
"Every email felt like a landmine. I would sit there, staring at my inbox, my heart pounding, dreading what might be inside. Even the most mundane messages felt like an impending disaster." For Yashasvi, a 27-year-old business analyst from Delhi, workplace anxiety has been a silent but relentless shadow. "I know it sounds irrational, but...
“She's not a cookie, or a book, or a record on a shelf. You can't just play with her and then put her back.” Charlotte Davis is 17 and she is the girl in pieces. Kathleen Glasgow’s 'Girl in Pieces' is a raw, unflinching exploration of trauma, mental illness, and the arduous path to recovery....
A new State of Emotional Well-Being Report 2024, released by the counseling helpline 1to1help, finds that more than 90% of employees under 25 experience significant anxiety. Sixty-seven percent of those aged over 45 reported similar anxiety symptoms and 23% of those seeking support wanted to work on difficult work relationships. "Seventy percent of financial consultations...
Understanding anxiety can be a complex journey. Yet, it's a journey that is deeply personal, yet universally human. And literature can be a powerful tool on this journey, offering insights and solace. Here is a curated list of the top 5 books on anxiety by Indian authors that our team personally loved reading or are...
Let's talk about something that affects a lot of us – anxiety. It's not something that’s ‘in your head’. Anxiety can actually impact your physical health, especially your heart. First off, if you're dealing with anxiety, you're not alone. Millions of people worldwide experience it, and it's nothing to be ashamed of. Let’s explore how...
For most of us, it's become background noise—the persistent buzz of anxious energy flowing through our digital lives. The restless urge to compulsively check for new notifications. The fear of missing out on viral moments as infinite content passes by. The sleep-disrupting pull of doom scrolling just…one…more…time before bed. We have all been there, haven't...
Anxiety—It’s a word we casually use to describe pre-meeting jitters or a first-date flutter. Yet, for millions, anxiety is a relentless storm. It’s a constant undercurrent that disrupts their daily life. From the gnawing fear that shows up in social situations to the physical manifestations that leave us breathless and shaky, anxiety can paint our...
Pranayama ( prana means“life energy” and yama means“control”) is one of India’s most ancient yogic breath techniques. Apart from the Yogis and spiritual Gurus, we may also have heard about the endless benefits of Pranayama now and then from our grandparents or even friends who regularly practice yoga. In fact, numerous studies, including 18 listed...
Ever feel like the world is on your shoulders, and hitting refresh won't solve it? Generation Z—people born between 1996 and 2010—is living this experience. The Guardian states that one in three 18 to 24-year-olds have experienced symptoms of depression or anxiety disorder. Harvard published a report based on a December 2022 survey of young...
Whether it's a career or relationship problem, your brain thinks of the worst scenarios that probably don't exist. Result? You feel restless all the time. There is uncertainty in your mind, and you're constantly in the fight or flight mode. Life keeps happening. And you feel lost in your own world and land up in...
This is a first-person account of living with chronic pain and GAD, and is not verified by our team of reviewers. Who am I? I’m a product manager by day and a storyteller by night. Storytelling is an essential part of my job, but sometimes it feels forced, almost unnatural. And it’s funny: once the...
April 2023 is when I got that sinking feeling. The feeling that led me to confess to myself – it’s not working anymore. The equation in question here is that with my (ex)therapist. After enduring a therapeutic partnership for three long years, we had reached a dead end. Our sessions started to feel as if...
