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Signs of Perfectionism

By MySahana / April 13, 2012 / Comments Off on Signs of Perfectionism

Many believe perfectionism means “being perfect” or “doing things perfectly”. However, perfectionism is actually the pressure we put on ourselves to reach unattainable standards. These standards are almost never reached because they are unrealistic, leaving the person feeling like a […]

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Have a Cold? Blame Stress-Induced Inflammation

By MySahana / April 11, 2012 / Comments Off on Have a Cold? Blame Stress-Induced Inflammation

Stress is a normal part of life. Negative life events, such as a death in the family or the loss of a job, and positive life events, such as the birth of a new baby or graduation, can all lead […]

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Media Coverage

By MySahana / April 10, 2012 / Comments Off on Media Coverage

Parijat Deshpande discusses, on ‘Chai with Manjula‘ TV show, the need to drop the stigma attached to mental health, and gives out some critical information about recognizing the warning signs of depression/suicidal tendencies, and tips to address them. Click here to watch the video. Listen […]

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Mashed Potatoes & Green Beans

By MySahana / April 10, 2012 / Comments Off on Mashed Potatoes & Green Beans

Why are  green beans good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on MySahana’s website? Photo and recipe provided by Everyday Bites. Mashed Potatoes: 1.5 – 2 pounds organic potatoes whole milk heavy cream butter

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Signs of In-Law Abuse

By MySahana / April 9, 2012 / Comments Off on Signs of In-Law Abuse

The relationship with in-laws has been stereotypically a tenuous one. Many people struggle with maintaining a positive, healthy and meaningful relationship with their in-laws. For many South Asians, it is about managing different generational, cultural and traditional values between the […]

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South Asian Marriage: Blaming Everything On One Spouse

By MySahana / April 6, 2012 / Comments Off on South Asian Marriage: Blaming Everything On One Spouse

Some couples who have an unhealthy marriage or an invisible divorce blame each other for their marital problems. Yet other couples avoid the problems entirely, choosing to believe there is nothing wrong despite the signs that their marriage is showing […]

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