Just Like Therapy: Your DIY Guide To A Happier You - S2 Ep 7 with Avanti Desai

Dear listeners, welcome to the 19th episode of 'Books and Us'! This episode marks a significant milestone for us, as we celebrate two years since the launch of our podcast. Our journey began with the first episode on May 20, 2023, and it has been nothing short of sweet and enriching. Over the course of these two years, we have had the privilege of engaging with some truly learned authors in the non-fiction realm, gaining knowledge and insights that have transformed us along the way. Thank you to all our listeners for being part of this journey and for your unwavering support over the past two years. Here’s to many more enlightening episodes!For this special episode, we cast aside the issues of the world and turn inward to explore the depths of our own emotions and feelings. This introspection is guided by the illuminating book 'Just Like Therapy: A DIY Guide To A Happier You' by Avanti Desai.Avanti Desai ( https://www.instagram.com/avantidesai_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) is a renowned practitioner of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), whose work has impacted countless lives. With years of experience counseling individuals, she advocates therapeutic support to process feelings constructively. Desai warns that unaddressed negative emotions can have long-term effects on our overall well-being.Her book has already garnered seven awards. Here she explores the complexities of emotions such as overthinking, anxiety, depression, love, and grief, offering practical strategies to manage and overcome these challenges. Her philosophy revolves around tackling the root causes of mental health struggles, empowering individuals to build resilience, and have fulfilling lives.Beyond her work as a therapist, Desai is also an educator, speaker, and mental health advocate. Her contributions include drafting life skills curricula and equipping individuals with tools to navigate personal challenges effectively.This episode is not just an exploration of Desai's book but a heartfelt journey into understanding ourselves better. We delve into her invaluable advice and reflect on the transformative impact of addressing emotions head-on.We also take questions from a listener Eshani Jalota from Mumbai. If you have any queries, you can mail us at [email protected]. If you'd like to submit your questions and be part of upcoming episodes, join our Facebook community—link below!"The book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4exjB7f( This is an affiliate link, which gets us a small commission if you order through this link) Join our Community on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18nkmqGQCN/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram ID : https://www.instagram.com/booksandus_podcast?igsh=MXRoM3M2ZWZ4NTAz&utm_source=qr