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Boon or Curse?

Posted on Friday,April 17, 2020Friday,April 17, 2020 by gayu16 Comments

“Mumma tell me a story” said my 13 year old. “I haven’t read a story book in a while.” I replied. “Then create a story now and tell me” she…

Rewriting her Life

Posted on Thursday,June 28, 2018Thursday,June 28, 2018 by gayuLeave a comment

“You must not let anyone define your limits because of where you come from. Your only limit is your soul.” – Ratatouille   She carried the wounds from her past…

Dearest Ma

Posted on Wednesday,June 27, 2018Wednesday,June 27, 2018 by gayuLeave a comment

“Ma, why can’t we leave this house?” asked a teary eyed Disha. “We can’t.” replied Avanti, Disha’s mother. “But why?” she questioned. “It’s my fate.” replied Avanti. Disha quietly went…

The Little Girl

Posted on Thursday,June 11, 2015 by gayu2 Comments

Once upon a time, there was a little girl who loved sunshine, the smiling flowers and vast sky. Every morning as she opened her bedroom window, she saw the sun…

A Birthday Gift

Posted on Saturday,September 13, 2014Wednesday,June 10, 2015 by gayu11 Comments

She made herself a cup of strong filter kapi and sat on the couch that faced the Bandra Bandstand. The cool breeze kissed her cheeks, making her even more relaxed….

The Meeting

Posted on Wednesday,May 28, 2014Wednesday,June 10, 2015 by gayu17 Comments

I rushed hurriedly towards the elevator after parking my car. I must have glanced at my watch for the twentieth time, just to be sure that I am on time…

Just another Morning

Posted on Saturday,May 3, 2014Wednesday,June 10, 2015 by gayu12 Comments

The sun rays kissed my tender skin and I opened my eyes. Monday mornings usually began with rush and stress to get all the things done, but today I was…

A Note

Posted on Wednesday,January 15, 2014Wednesday,June 10, 2015 by gayu8 Comments

I hugged him tightly and whispered in his ears, “Let’s get married” “I have a family”, he replied “So, who am I?” I asked “You are the fountain of love,…

Impulsive Shopping

Posted on Monday,December 2, 2013Wednesday,June 10, 2015 by gayu6 Comments

She couldn’t believe that she had grabbed a branded Red Dress for just Rs.500. She wore it and as she admired her curves, she noticed a small hole near the…

My Angel

Posted on Sunday,November 17, 2013Wednesday,June 10, 2015 by gayu8 Comments

‘May I come in?’ asked a feeble voice. ‘Ya come in.’ Savita replied. A cute girl in her early twenties entered the room. She sat on the chair in front…

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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