Marriage Counseling : Navigating Interfaith Challenges One couple I remember vividly was deeply in love but constantly torn apart by family expectations. They would come to me after heated arguments at home, exhausted by questions like, “Which festival will you celebrate in your new home?” or “How will you raise your children?” It was never […]
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In Kerala, WhatsApp has become more than just a messaging app—it is part of daily life. Families, friends, neighbourhood groups, and even professional circles depend on it for quick updates, local news, and social connections. For many people in Trivandrum, WhatsApp is the first thing they check in the morning and the last thing before
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As a female psychologist in Trivandrum, I meet many women who appear perfectly fine on the outside but feel completely drained inside. When I sit with them, one common thread I notice is decision fatigue—a kind of mental exhaustion that comes from making far too many choices every single day. My Observations as a Female
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In Kerala, language is more than words — it’s how we think, connect, and express who we are. Many of us move between Malayalam at home and English at work or online. As a top Psychologist in Trivandrum, I see how this natural bilingual switch gives our brains a workout every single day. How a
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Licensed Psychologist in Trivandrum Explains Micro stress As a licensed psychologist in Trivandrum, I often meet clients who say, “I don’t know why I feel so tired and irritable… nothing big has happened.” What they describe is not the obvious stress from a job loss, illness, or crisis. Instead, it’s something quieter but equally powerful
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A Critical Look at Spiritual Healing In recent months, I’ve met many people at my counseling centre in Trivandrum, especially young women and college students, who first visited horoscope readers , palmists, or temple oracles before seeking therapy. As a psychologist in Trivandrum, this growing trend worries me—not because people are searching for hope, but
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“Don’t worry, everything happens for a reason.” “Just stay positive.” “Others have it worse. Be grateful.” These may sound supportive, but they often do more harm than good. As a clinical psychologist in Trivandrum, I’ve seen how words like these silence real emotions and leave people feeling more alone. The
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Have you ever felt like you’re “too emotional” in relationships?Or wondered why you keep choosing emotionally unavailable partners?Or maybe you’re the one who pulls away the moment things get too close? As a female psychologist in Trivandrum who works closely with individuals, couples, and families, I can assure you—you’re not alone. In fact, the way
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Every generation carries its own emotional story. But Gen Z—the youngest generation stepping into adulthood today—is living in a world that feels more uncertain than ever. They’re ambitious, deeply aware of global issues, and passionate about making change. Yet behind their purpose-driven outlook lies something quieter, more fragile: Anxiety, burnout, loneliness, and emotional overwhelm. As
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When we talk about mental health in universities, most people think of students. Stress, anxiety, exam pressure, and peer issues are real problems. However, what about the teachers? In universities across Kerala, a silent crisis is growing among faculty members. Professors, lecturers, and administrative staff are often burned out, emotionally drained, and silently struggling. Their
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