LiveLoveLaugh (LLL) has launched the ‘Lecture Series Unplugged’, a quarterly event aimed at fostering awareness and promoting open discussions on mental health. This initiative features notable individuals sharing their personal experiences, insights on success, failures, triumphs, and lessons learned.
Deepika Padukone, Founder of LiveLoveLaugh, expressed, “Over the past decade, LLL has created a safe environment for crucial mental health dialogues. With ‘Lecture Series Unplugged’, we aim to broaden our reach by sharing relatable stories that can further strengthen our impact on individuals, communities, and society.”
Dr. Shyam Bhat, Psychiatrist and Chairperson of LiveLoveLaugh, emphasized the importance of normalizing mental health conversations. “This series is a significant step towards making discussions about mental health as common and essential as those about physical health,” he said. “Sharing personal stories can dismantle stigma and encourage more people to seek support. Through these narratives, we hope to foster connection, hope, and the understanding that mental health challenges are a universal part of the human experience.”
Co-hosted by Anisha Padukone, CEO of LiveLoveLaugh, and Dr. Shyam Bhat, the ‘Lecture Series Unplugged’ debuted with an engaging episode featuring actor, influencer, and content creator Danish Sait. Sait shared his mental health strategies and personal experiences in a candid conversation with Anisha and Dr. Bhat.
“Self-awareness is crucial,” Sait remarked during the episode. “Previously, I would let triggers bring me down, but now I can recognize when I’m slipping and recover more swiftly. Seeking psychiatric help was transformative for me because medication helped me calm my mind,” he added, advocating for a self-compassionate approach to navigating life’s challenges.
Each episode of ‘Lecture Series Unplugged’ will be accessible on the foundation’s website and social media platforms. The series aims to inspire and educate viewers interested in understanding mental health better and learning from guest speakers about resilience and effective coping strategies in real-life contexts.
