The Day Meera Chose Herself: A Real Story About Mental Health in India

Mental health. Two words we rarely hear in everyday conversations, especially when it comes to Indian women. We’re raised to be strong, to handle responsibilities without complaint, to “adjust.” But sometimes, the strongest thing we can do is admit when we need help.

This is Meera’s story—fictional, yet very real for many of us.

The Breaking Point

Meera was your everyday multitasking woman:
– A mother of two
– A full-time employee
– A loving wife
– A woman who forgot what rest felt like

Every day started before sunrise and ended well past midnight. Her to-do list was always full, but her emotional tank was running on empty.

One evening, after crying quietly in the bathroom—something too many moms relate to—Meera knew she couldn’t keep going like this.

Choosing Herself, One Step at a Time

She began small.
The next morning, instead of rushing through the chaos, Meera took 10 quiet minutes with her chai. No guilt. No noise. Just her and her breath.

She finally opened the meditation app she had downloaded months ago. It wasn’t perfect, but it was a start.

A week later, she looked up therapy in India. It took courage, but she booked an online session. Speaking to someone who didn’t judge her felt like a breath of fresh air.

She also talked to her husband and shared how she had been feeling. To her surprise, he supported her. He even encouraged her to take a short break and visit her parents.

Why This Story Matters

Meera’s story reminds us that self-care in India is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. Prioritising mental health isn’t selfish. It’s survival.

She didn’t magically fix everything overnight. But through stress management, therapy, and honest conversations, she found her way back to herself.

And now, she shares her journey to help other Indian women feel less alone.

Takeaway for You

If you’ve ever felt like Meera, know that you’re not alone.

• It’s okay to pause.
• It’s okay to ask for help.
• And most importantly, it’s okay to choose yourself.

Start small. A quiet cup of chai. A journal entry. A therapy session. Whatever feels right.

You deserve peace too.

Do you relate to Meera’s story? Share your experience in the comments below or drop me a message. Let’s normalise mental health conversations—together.

✨ With love and understanding,
Sadvika Kylash

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