Ten year old Advaith who is on the autism spectrum and was diagnosed with ADHD has become an adept jewellery maker that keeps him preoccupied and independent. His mother Smrithy, who worked relentlessly on teaching him through structured method, now…
Payal talks about how she has seen her father deteriorate physically and mentally over the years due to stroke. She and her mother play an active role in his daily care which has become tougher over time.
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Karan Shahh, 20 shares his journey with SMA III, the support of his family and a well trained dog, Angel. Socially and digitally savvy, he refuses to be pitied and told how to live his life. His mother Pratima shares advice for other parents and in…
Sonika Aggarwal,39 has been battling migraine and sinusitis for over a decade. Even a surgery did not help matters much. She shares how she finally found some relief when she changed her diet and lifestyle. Read on.
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Urvi Sabnis, 47 from Ahmedabad, India was diagnosed with 2nd stage breast cancer through a routine screening. However, she stayed focussed through the treatment and has emerged a more compassionate, grateful and fearless woman.
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Tara Sharma* 23 is a Delhi-based young woman who shares her experiences of trying to tackle Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with all its symptoms of acne, facial hair, painful periods, and weight gain.
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Rita Banik, founder of RACE to Rein in Cancer has been living with cancer for more than 12 years. She reflects on her journey, the ups and downs and what keeps her going as the fear of relapse stays in the mind forever.
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Sunder and Sriram are twins who were diagnosed with cerebral palsy when they were just 6 months old and who now run Twin Twigs, an eco-friendly business initiative. Ramesh and Radha are their enterprising and supportive parents. The twins and…
Anita Nanda, 58 who resides in Mauritius, battled breast cancer with a positive attitude, which was, of course, aided by the loving comfort of her family. She recalls those difficult days in this personal account.
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