Categories of the modern dad
Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis, describes the role of a father thus: “I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as...
Advice: ‘I’m Preoccupied And The Moment Just Passes’
I am a working mother. I find I can’t enjoy the time I spend with my children, as I’m preoccupied with my work and the moment just passes...
Why the monsoon makes you sad
Dr. Rosenthal noted how the absence of adequate sunlight during winter or the monsoon, or for those living in dark places, can trigger a...
Advice: ‘Brutal Realities Have Impacted My Behaviour’
I’m very emotional. I cry and hurt easily and do not try to hide my feelings. After the death of my Dad, I have been taking more family...
Balancing your digital life with real life
At the risk of being judged, I’m someone who is very active on social media, mainly on Facebook and Twitter. I use these platforms to...
Advice: ‘I Feel I Should Divorce Him’
I had an arranged marriage last year and did not know my husband well at the time of our wedding. After living with him these several...
So, We Talked About Sex (Education)
On 10th July, The Swaddle hosted its first community event with a panel discussion on sex education in Indian schools. With five...
Inside Out: The power of acknowledgement
I just managed to catch a screening of Inside Out – what a beautiful movie it is! It explores the human mind, its emotions and complexity...
Are our children not resilient anymore?
A 12-year-old client, who was being teased in school for her complexion, started harbouring thoughts of sadness, low esteem, and even...
Advice: Daughter's gadget addiction
My 10-year-old daughter seems to be quite addicted to gadgets, whether it’s playing games or browsing on the phone. She spends too much...
