Stories of Stigma: South Asian Mental Health

MannMukti

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  • 45 minutes 29 seconds
    Setting Boundaries w/ Marisa Nagin & Nisha Desai

    Many of us struggle with setting boundaries in our personal and professional lives, and as a result, we can end up feeling resentful, and even burnt out. Setting boundaries is not always easy, but it's essential for our well-being and happiness. It's a skill that requires practice, patience, and self-awareness.


    Kirandeep & Drishti are joined by Nisha Desai, co-founder of Anise Health, and Marisa Nagin, LMFT to explore what it means to set boundaries, why it's important, real-life examples, and some tips + insight to help you cultivate healthy boundaries and empower you.




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    22 March 2023, 6:43 pm
  • 26 minutes 43 seconds
    What STUTZ said

    The podcast team reacts to the Netflix documentary STUTZ featuring candid conversations between actor Jonah Hill and his therapist Phil Stutz. 

    3 February 2023, 4:49 pm
  • 57 minutes 34 seconds
    Melody & Identity w/ Jay Anand

    Jay Anand wears many hats — musician, singer, songwriter, guitarist, educator, even casual table tennis player. But the release of his latest project,  a title track for the Netflix India film Loop Lapeta, landed him in a new role, one of advocating for and representing the transgender community. Jay sat down with hosts Kirandeep and Chaten to share how music has shaped his life and been a pillar for his mental health. #SpeakUp 

    30 March 2022, 12:11 am
  • 1 hour 47 minutes
    Zarna Garg Brings the Funny

    Zarna Garg's journey from aunty to professional comedian is no laughing matter -- MannMukti podcaster Anand Jayanti reached out to her after she brought the house down at the Comedy Cellar in NYC, and she graciously treated the podcast team to the joy of sharing her passion with the world, the minefield of South Asian taboos, and tips in personal finance for the starving artist. Please listen, share, and #speakup!

    19 February 2022, 6:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    Modern Love & Relationships w/ Dr. Vijayeta Sinh

    Finding your definition of love in today's day and age is no small feat. With a click of a button or a swipe of a finger, you open up your hearts and your world. But how will you know that this is your person? How important is sexual chemistry or getting along with your partner's family? What can you do to build, maintain and cultivate a flourishing relationship that can last a lifetime? In this special Valentine's Day episode, producer Kirandeep is joined by her husband, Dhaarak, and Dr. Vijayeta Sinh, a psychologist and relationship resiliency expert to answer some of the burning questions on Modern Love & Relationships.

    7 February 2022, 7:43 pm
  • 43 minutes 3 seconds
    Imposter Syndrome w/ Divya Robin

    Many of us have experienced Imposter Syndrome at some point during our life. It can manifest as feelings of self-doubt, self-criticism, or critical comparisons to others that make us feel inadequate and out of place.  In this podcast episode, Chaten and Kirandeep chat with Divya Robin, MHC   to discuss scenarios and phases of life in which Imposter Syndrome can rear its head, understand what it really is, who can be affected by it, and how we can equip ourselves to manage it. 

    25 January 2022, 5:05 am
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    The Impact of Body Image

    Many external experiences can shape our perception of how we view our bodies. Drishti and Kirandeep share an intimate and vulnerable conversation with counseling psychologist Dr. Rakhi Sen to talk about the spectrum of effect our body image can have on our lives and at the extremes can even lead to body dysmorphia or disordered eating. 

    12 January 2022, 12:19 am
  • 37 minutes 25 seconds
    Real Talk: Home for the Holidays!

    Going home for the holiday can mean drastic changes to our personal space and emotional space. The MannMukti PodSquad share their experiences of going home for the holidays, how they deal with personal questions from family and friends, and how to deal with the lack of personal space! 

    21 December 2021, 8:56 pm
  • 42 minutes 4 seconds
    THERAPY SERIES - Episode 2: Therapy FAQs

    In this second episode of the THERAPY SERIES, Dr. Rakhi Sen sat down with producer, Drishti, to answer your therapy-related FAQS. 

    How do I know if I need a therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, a just a hot shower or a walk in the park? How do I know if your therapist is right for me? How can I help a friend that might need some support?  And more! 

    9 December 2021, 4:19 am
  • 21 minutes 18 seconds
    THERAPY SERIES - Episode 1: Mom & Dad, I want to seek therapy

    In this first episode of THERAPY SERIES, Dr. Rakhi Sen is back for a chat with our producer Drishti, to help us learn how to navigate the conversation with our parents and family members on starting therapy and why this conversation can be so challenging.

    2 December 2021, 8:31 pm
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Real Talk: Brown Parent Things

    The MannMukti PodSquad discusses their personal experiences in navigating difficult conversations with brown parents. 

    15 November 2021, 5:07 pm
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