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Love, it changes everything!

Posted on Tuesday,September 5, 2017Tuesday,September 5, 2017 by gayu2 Comments

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.”- Lao Tzu Love changes us in unimaginable ways. It makes us do things that once looked…

To Priyadarshinii- With Love and Gratitude!

Posted on Monday,August 7, 2017 by gayuLeave a comment

Dear Priya, It’s been a year since you left this world, I mean, the physical world, because I believe you’re here somewhere, in some other form and you are watching…

Grief Is A Walk Alone

Posted on Thursday,May 25, 2017 by gayu3 Comments

Saturday, 27th May 1995 I hug Appa as soon as he enters home. “Amma will be fine. The doctor has given Amma an injection and it’s powerful. She’ll be fine.”…

A Letter to the ones going through a Depressive Phase

Posted on Wednesday,April 5, 2017Wednesday,April 5, 2017 by gayu2 Comments

The recent news of Arjun Bhardwaj disturbed me a lot and I had to write this letter. Do feel free to share this with your friends and family. To the…

Overcoming Fear- Rewriting your Inner Narrative

Posted on Friday,December 30, 2016Friday,December 30, 2016 by gayu1 Comment

On a pleasant Monday morning during the 2016 Diwali vacations, I was flipping dosas. My curious daughter asked , “Mumma aren’t you afraid of fire?” Surprised by her question I replied, “No, fire is…

Mindfulness for Mothers

Posted on Thursday,December 29, 2016 by gayu2 Comments

“Motherhood makes a woman complete” I grew up with this belief. Naturally my goal in life was to give birth and I was successful in achieving that goal. However I…

2016- A year of embracing change

Posted on Friday,November 4, 2016Friday,November 4, 2016 by gayu12 Comments

It’s been three months I posted on my blog. To admit the truth it’s been three months that I wrote …yes you read it right. I took a break from…

The Little Girl and Her Art Work

Posted on Saturday,July 23, 2016Saturday,July 23, 2016 by gayu7 Comments

“Can’t you draw a straight line? How many times should I teach you?” the teacher yelled. The whole class started laughing and within few moments this little girl starts crying….

Get Well Soon!

Posted on Friday,July 22, 2016Saturday,July 23, 2016 by gayu3 Comments

I enjoy every aspect of parenting, the attitude, tantrums, fun, play and stories. However there is one phase that I dislike (read hate) about parenting. Any guesses? It’s the time…

My Mum

Posted on Monday,July 18, 2016Monday,July 18, 2016 by gayu14 Comments

“I’m bored mumma” says my 9 year-old. It is a pleasant rainy afternoon and I’m immersed reading a romantic story. I think for few seconds I tell her to write…

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Gayu

I am a professional storyteller and creative writer. I work as an emotional wellness coach with individuals, parents, children and teens. My personal journey of recovery from depression encouraged me to become a therapist and work with others facing similar challenges. In this blog I share my personal opinions on parenting, relationships and hope to create an awareness about mental health challenges. I conduct storytelling workshops for children, emotional coaching seminars for individuals, children and parents.

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