Mind First: Because All Well-Being Starts Upstairs! Season 2
By Dr. Anupama Vaidya (hc) Last year, in October 2024, I wrote my piece Mind First: Because All Well-Being Starts Upstairs! a reflection that struck a deep chord, both within me & with many of you who shared your thoughts afterward. The responses reinforced my belief that these conversations matter, and they encourage me to continue this endeavour: to share reflections that not only mirror my own journey but also offer signposts to support and inspire you in yours. Mental well-being, thus, isn’t a one-time conversation; it’s a lifelong practice. Which is why I return to it again this year, using World Mental Health Day – October 10 – as a reminder to pause, to reflect, and to build upon what was shared before. This year, the message feels even more personal — a true journey of contrasts. On one hand, life brought milestones that filled me with joy and gratitude; on the other, there were moments of silence, self-doubt, unanswered questions, and inner battles only I could see...