Aruna Sankaranarayanan, Author at Complete Wellbeing

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Aruna Sankaranarayanan, Ph.D. is a psychologist and author. She writes articles on teaching, learning, work, relationships and well-being for leading newspapers; she blogs at arunasankaranarayanan.com. Her first book, Zero Limits: Things Every 20 Something Should Know, will be published by Rupa.

Motivation

The 7 strategies of learned hopefulness

Aruna Sankaranarayanan | 27 Jun 2021

In these times of pandemic woes, when even the future seems grim and uncertain, cultivating "learned hopefulness" can help immensely

Mental Health

Why being authentic is the key to happiness

Aruna Sankaranarayanan | 13 May 2021

Being authentic involves living your life in accordance with your own values, beliefs, inclinations and aspirations

Perspectives

Looking for happiness? Try a little more kindness

Aruna Sankaranarayanan | 22 Mar 2021

"Do more acts of kindness" seems to be the prescription for happiness in a world that is in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic

Mind

How to cultivate compassion in times of adversity

Aruna Sankaranarayanan | 20 Jan 2021

There are multiple benefits to practising compassion. Here are a few ways to cultivate compassion during these adverse times

IMPORTANT COVID-19 NOTICE!

Until the pandemic is declared to be over always:

Wear a proper face mask when stepping out
Maintain a distance of six feet
Wash your hands with soap and water frequently; Use a hand-sanitiser when outdoors

If you have COVID-19 or suspect that you do, but have mild symptoms, including mild fever, tiredness, dry cough or sore throat, you should self-quarantine right away.