The MyndStories Podcast

Tell us what you feel. Message us. We kickstart Season 2 of The MyndStories Podcast with a bang!In this fresh episode of the MyndStories Minis, Smitha Murthy talks to Shantesh Row, copywriter, and CCO.Shantesh is not your typical writer. Are there typical writers? But we digress. Shantesh has spent over 25 years in ad agencies, crafting copy that creates brands. In this conversation, you may not get copywriting tips, a la LinkedIn, but you will get insights on coping with stress, a little bit...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. Ever been in a phase where you’re feeling lonely but don’t really know how to talk about it? Fear of external judgement or the fear of having your experience trivialized can sometimes be crippling. Vulnerability when it comes to loneliness is hard and we need to talk more about it. If you’re looking for a relatable space and an insightful conversation about how loneliness can be navigated, this episode is for you.We discussUnderstanding the difference betwee...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. Kindness moves the world. And so does gratitude.This episode of Dear Mynd explores the lasting effects of good deeds and how kindness and gentleness brings joy to everyone. 'Lulah, the Fish, and the Whale,’ is an unusual exploration of the power of gratitude and the magic of empathy all while having a whale of a time!Dear Mynd aims to create and encourage conversations around mental health. We do this through stories, through shared experiences th...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. In this new episode of the MyndStories Minis, Smitha Murthy talks to Srividya Sivakumar, a writer, TedX speaker, teacher, and lover of words.They could have probably spent all of this conversation talking about books and the magic of reading. But hang in there because that's not all they talk about.Conversations become connections when two strangers connect with the vulnerability of old, wrinkled friendships. That's what happens here. A conversation...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. Meditation. Breathwork. Mindfulness. These are spoken about so often, to a point where it has become cliched. But it is cliched for a reason that needs to be unpacked. Why is it spoken of so much? Why does it lead to an enhanced emotional well being? What is the science behind this? We dive deep into all of these questions and understand how powerful mindfulness based tools really are.We discussGeetika’s journey What leading a mindful life entailsThe sc...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. Have you heard of glimmers? They are the opposite of triggers. Glimmers are small moments of safety, joy, love, and contentment. This episode of Dear Mynd explores the sense of wonder essential to finding glimmers that help in enjoying a fuller life. It makes a case for holding on to a sense of wonder and awe and what it can bring to a person’s well-being. 'What the Dark Sounds Like’ is a charming look at the world from the eyes of a child. His rea...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. TW: This episode mentions suicide. Please find a list of helpline numbers here with the Suicide Prevention Helpline Directory (India).In this new episode of the MyndStories Minis, Smitha Murthy talks to Geetha Balagopal, Senior Program Manager at ASQExcellence. In 2022, Geetha wrote a moving LinkedIn post, which went viral. That post was about her daughter, Priya Balagopal, who died by suicide. "I would like Priya to be remembered for how she lived and ...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. The relationships we have with the people close to us are like our anchors. They infuse our life with richness and it’s important that we nurture them. However, it's also important to remember that we have a relationship with ourselves too that sets the foundation for our interactions with others. Do we know who we truly are? How do we stay in resonance with that and show up as our authentic selves? What is the cost associated with authenticity? I explo...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. Fame can be a double edged sword. People look up to you and you have a voice to make a difference. On the flip side, you are also opening yourself up to people’s judgements and criticisms. How do you navigate through these things while staying true to yourself and be vulnerable? We explore this with Samyukta Hornad, who opens up about her life and acting journey.We discussHow to be aware of and manage people’s perceptions vs. being herself.An incident b...

Tell us what you feel. Message us. In this new episode of the MyndStories Minis, we have something different. Something unusual. For this episode, we decided to ask our listeners and readers to be the hosts. To ask Shantesh Row and Srividya Sivakumar the questions we didn't think of asking before. Neither knew the questions beforehand, so the answers were spontaneous and the conversation free-flowing. We talk about melancholy, our host Smitha Murthy's favorite topic! We also talk ab...