Welcome to May Mental Health Awareness Month on The Calm and Confident Mind with me, Dr Anney V.
In this live session, I shared why May—and this space—means so much to me. After nearly 25 years as a psychiatrist, I’ve taken an intentional pause from clinical work to focus on education, community, and real, human conversations around mental health.
Here’s what I covered:
Why mental health is for every day, not just May
My story—living and working across cultures, and how that shaped my approach to mental health
The vision behind The Calm and Confident Mind and The Calm and Confidence Circle (group coaching space)
The intersection of neurodivergence, burnout, anxiety, and culture
What Blue Zones teach us about community and mental health
My belief that community is medicine, and connection is healing
Why I’m using this month to listen, share, and build something deeper with you
Here’s how to join the conversation and stay connected this month:
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DM me or comment below if there’s a topic you’d like me to cover in upcoming Lives
Explore my coaching, resources, and masterclasses via https://linktr.ee/dranneyvarghese
Stay tuned for new Substack Lives in May for Mental Health Awareness Month!
Whether you’re new here, silently reading, or already part of the Circle—thank you. I’m so glad you’re here.
Until next time…
Wishing you good mental health not just for May, but every day.
Dr Anney
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