Advocacy

Advocating good mental health and mindfulness.

“For as long as space endures,

And for as long as living beings remain,

Until then may I, too, abide,

To dispel the misery of the world.”

By Shantideva, 8th century CE

I interviewed Ajahn Brahmavamso (Brahm) on his calling to become a monk, to staying the course, what it means to be a leader, and his fight for more inclusion of Theravada Buddhist nuns. Leadership is something you earn. Thank you d’CRADLE for giving me this opportunity. It was a humbling experience and he was very kind. The interview was recorded at the Buddhist Gem Fellowship in Kuala Lumpur.
6 June 2021. Speaking about mindfulness at a Self-Love workshop with these gorgeous ladies in Indonesia. More info here
Luncheon of the Boating Party, by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1881. Image: Phillips Collection.

25 May 2021. What does mindfulness and a masterpiece by one of the greatest artists Renoir have in common? Check out my blog Of Mindfulness & A Masterpiece here

Graphic representation of a talk I gave to Wholesome Leaders, 29 January 2021 #mentalhealth #mindfulness #mbct #mindfulnessbasedcognitivetherapy
Oct 2020: B R A V E Festival
Destigmatizing by having raw and authentic conversations about mental health. Held on 10-31 Oct, this extravaganza B R A V E Festival was organized by Clarity Singapore. Spoke about “Mindfulness On The Go!” by introducing MBCT.

#MBCT #MindfulnessBasedCognitiveTherapy #mindfulnessSingapore #mentalhealthSingapore

Living With A Black Dog

What is it like to live with a black dog, a metaphor for depression? Spoke to brave souls battling (and recovering from) mental health conditions, and how Shell and how after the MH370 tragedy, Malaysia Airlines, are supporting their employees’ wellbeing. Ends with a piece on Joker, the movie that kept me on the edge of my seat. Listen here #BFMSpotlight #depression #bipolar

Image by MorShani, Unsplash

Killing The Ghosts Of The Past

Removing traces of trauma is not easy. Yet in the midst of throes, one can create something so beautiful. In between her music, British writer, artist and musician Sanchita Islam opens up about her life. Ends with a reading of her poem Blue Eyes. Listen here #BFMSpotlight #comorbidities

Artwork by Sanchita Islam

Aug 2020: Into The Zone

Introduced MBCT to members of Silver Ribbon, an organization that supports mental health needs in Singapore.

#MBCT #MindfulnessBasedCognitiveTherapy #mindfulnessSingapore #mentalhealthSingapore