Dr Shwetambara Sabharwal is a Mumbai-based psychologist and psychotherapist

August 01,2021 15:15:16 PM
Covid definitely turned more people inward. And this has kindled a new and precious form of friendship for many people -- that with themselves
Sun, Aug 01, 2021
July 03,2021 14:30:31 PM
Agitation, when fully accepted and acknowledged can be sublimed into creating, exploring, learning and innovating.
Sat, Jul 03, 2021
June 26,2021 14:30:06 PM
Use this list as a reminder in bad times when we find ourselves on the slippery slope of stress and sickness.
Sat, Jun 26, 2021
June 12,2021 14:30:50 PM
The first step in the process is to be able to observe, feel and become aware that there has been some strain, stress or discomfort
Sat, Jun 12, 2021
May 30,2021 19:10:33 PM
The truth is, our wants and aspirations stemming out of irrational beliefs cannot be satisfied. The problem is not having them, it is when they become unshakable ideas for defining a good relationship
Sun, May 30, 2021
May 22,2021 14:25:01 PM
Awareness and acceptance give us the direction, peaceful motivation and security to move forward and invest further in the relationship
Sat, May 22, 2021
May 15,2021 14:30:59 PM
Try not to hand-hold. Be patient, let them know it is okay to take time and that learning and trying is the priority, and you are around if they would like brainstorming.
Sat, May 15, 2021
May 08,2021 16:42:46 PM
When we give with the hope of an impact however small, we are functioning from a need to control, not compassion
Sat, May 08, 2021
May 01,2021 14:25:53 PM
Understanding the functioning of our mind, its relationship with our emotions and ensuring mental health is important
Sat, May 01, 2021
April 25,2021 17:25:49 PM
In these difficult times, a simple QnA to provide practical solutions to your problems
Sun, Apr 25, 2021
April 18,2021 18:20:14 PM
Since anxiety is caused by thought about the future, being conscious of the present is an incredibly powerful exercise that dissipates anxiety effectively
Sun, Apr 18, 2021
April 10,2021 14:30:10 PM
Anxiety has been part of our lives. We know it, but we struggle with it. Because it helps us, in flight or fight, or being prepared in a tough situation. We depend upon it
Sat, Apr 10, 2021
April 03,2021 14:30:20 PM
The good news is that many people have started to talk about mental health and are keen to understand what we can do to make things better with our bodies and minds.
Sat, Apr 03, 2021
March 27,2021 14:25:37 PM
Tough as it may be, the emotions that result from our perceptions, belief systems and prejudices with losing a job need to be reviewed and further redefined
Sat, Mar 27, 2021
March 20,2021 17:05:33 PM
The so-called “routine” events such as planning a daily meal, fighting rush hour traffic, meeting a deadline, unrealistic self-expectations, and interpersonal relationships can also trigger stress.
Sun, Mar 21, 2021
March 08,2021 14:10:56 PM
Being a psychologist mom, the expectations run high. But, I make sure I stay human and realistic with my parenting goals. 'To err is human, to forgive divine'. This Alexander Pope saying is my go-to mantra for every parenting glitch; although I think he was talking about forgiving others, I use it mostly for myself
Mon, Mar 08, 2021
March 06,2021 14:35:31 PM
Depression is most certainly debilitating. But, prevention and management are not entirely out of our control. Some inner strength, conscious cognition and resolve in amending our lifestyles can help us banish the blues
Sun, Mar 07, 2021
February 27,2021 14:30:00 PM
Today, amid a pandemic, while the world grieves together it must be recognised that grief is not a social factor; it is purely subjective and psychological. Everyone deals with it differently and must not be rushed, judged or compared to others
Sat, Feb 27, 2021
February 20,2021 12:05:32 PM
Accepting and embracing reality helps us focus on “what” instead of “why” and allows us to weigh our best options moving forward
Sat, Feb 20, 2021
February 13,2021 15:05:58 PM
The first and the most important step is to create recognition of stress through Focus
Sat, Feb 13, 2021
February 06,2021 19:15:23 PM
We cry not over the attack or conflict, but the meaning we attach to it.
Sat, Feb 06, 2021
January 30,2021 14:20:55 PM
Why do attachments and authenticity have a reciprocal relationship, and how can we change that equation?
Sat, Jan 30, 2021
January 24,2021 17:15:29 PM
Science and psychology should accept spirituality and consider an integrative approach for patient benefit
Mon, Jan 25, 2021
January 16,2021 16:27:14 PM
As India and its food growers face scrutiny and judgement, I wonder if bills and policies are all that matter
Sat, Jan 16, 2021
January 09,2021 19:20:05 PM
The pressure of expectations, impressions and ideations interferes significantly with our real companionships.
Sat, Jan 09, 2021




