LIVE with The Famous Dr AL and Krishnni Khanna

Empowering Youth: Krishnni Khanna on Advocacy, Resilience, and Inner Well-being Introduction Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes a remarkable young guest, Krishnni Khanna, a high school student, author, and TEDx speaker. Born in India and now residing in Austin, Texas, Krishnni is the founder of Detox In Mind, a student-led movement dedicated to supporting youth dealing with stress, shame, exclusion, and isolation. Krishnni’s Journey to Advocacy From Exclusion to Empowerment:Krishnni shares her early experiences of moving to the United States at the age of 10 and facing exclusion due to her background and accent.Personal Reflection:After moving to Texas, she began reflecting on how these experiences impacted her self-esteem and confidence. The Birth of Detox In Mind Starting Small:Krishnni launched Detox In Mind in 2022 with a workshop in India, encouraging participants to anonymously share and support one another through their struggles.Growth and Impact:The success of the workshop led to collaborations, webinars, a TEDx talk, and podcast appearances to further her mission. TEDx Talk: Speaking Truth to Power The Topic:Krishnni’s talk, “How Does a Lie Become True?”, was inspired by her experiences of internalizing false narratives.The Process:She describes the challenges and preparation involved, including drafting four versions of her speech and practicing with a coach.Key Message:The importance of thinking critically and questioning beliefs to prevent falsehoods from taking root Strategies for Resilience "Is It True?" Exercise:A practical approach proposed by her father to combat internalized negativity by focusing on evidence that supports positive self-perception.Building Self-Awareness:Krishnni emphasizes the need for consistent practice and effort to overcome negative narratives. How Detox In Mind Supports Youth Workshops:Interactive sessions with mental health professionals.Digital Resources:A dedicated app featuring meditation audios, journaling tools, and a podcast series called “What’s Your Story?”.Advocacy Through Social Media:Blogs and Instagram posts to raise awareness about mental health topics. Broader Implications of Misinformation Individual and Societal Effects:Krishnni discusses how misinformation, both on a personal and societal level, negatively impacts self-perception and collective ideologies.The Role of Repetition:She highlights how repeated falsehoods can influence individuals and communities alike. Krishnni’s Message to Youth Dare to Think Critically:Encouraging youth to question their beliefs and the information they encounter to prevent false narratives from taking hold.The Power of Resilience:Krishnni’s journey illustrates that even young individuals can make a difference through advocacy and self-belief. Krishnni’s Book "I Am Not Who You See":A fictionalized novel inspired by her experiences, told through the diary of a protagonist navigating cultural differences and exclusion. Future Goals and Vision Expanding Detox In Mind:Plans to integrate research, collaborate with nonprofits, and write another book.Educational Aspirations:Krishnni aims to study psychology, business, and neuroscience to continue her advocacy for mental health. Links and Resources Learn more about Dr. Allen Lycka: www.drallenlycka.comCheck out Krishnni Khanna’s work with Detox In Mind. BIO: Krishnni Khanna was born in India in 2007 and moved to the United States with her parents in 2017. Krishnni is a high schooler, author and TEDx speaker who advocates for the inner well-being of youth. In 2022 she created Detoximind (www.detoximind.com), a student-led movement through which Krishnni and her team bring peer-based support to teens and youth grappling with stress, shame, exclusion and isolation. She currently resides in Austin, Texas with her parents and their puppy Yuki. Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/krishnnikhanna/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/krishnni-khanna/