Going through a breakup or feeling stuck in a low phase of life? Sometimes, a simple haircut, a solo hike, or just taking a walk can feel surprisingly powerful. But can small actions really lead to emotional healing?

In this episode, Maya is joined by Clinical Psychologist Siji Raveendran, a Harvard Medical School learner and author to explore how routines, movement, and self-care go far beyond the surface.

Tap in to discover how tiny steps can lead to real transformation.

Going through a breakup or feeling stuck in a low phase of life? Sometimes, a simple haircut, a solo hike, or just taking a walk can feel surprisingly powerful. But can small actions really lead to emotional healing?
In this episode, Maya is joined by Clinical Psychologist Siji Raveendran, a Harvard Medical School learner and author to explore how routines, movement, and self-care go far beyond the surface.
Tap in to discover how tiny steps can lead to real transformation.

Join Maya in Mind Matters, a season-long podcast exploring mental health with Dr. Siji Raveendran, Clinical Psychologist and Harvard Medical School Learner. From anxiety to relationships, each episode offers expert insights and real conversations to help you better understand your mind because your mental health matters.

Join Maya in Mind Matters, a season-long podcast exploring mental health with Dr. Siji Raveendran, Clinical Psychologist and Harvard Medical School Learner. From anxiety to relationships, each episode offers expert insights and real conversations to help you better understand your mind because your mental health matters.

Mind Matters with Maya

Haircuts, Hiking & healing: can simple Acts Ease Depression?

In this powerful episode of Mind Matters with Maya, we dive deep into the toxic dynamics that often go unnoticed—trauma bonds, gaslighting, and breadcrumbing. From romantic relationships to family ties, Maya explores the subtle red flags that can keep us trapped in unhealthy cycles. Why do we stay in these bonds? And more importantly, how do we begin to heal? Tune in as we unpack the psychology behind trauma bonding and share practical tools for recovery, including setting boundaries, rebuilding self-trust, and seeking support through therapy. It’s time to choose peace over patterns.

In this powerful episode of Mind Matters with Maya, we dive deep into the toxic dynamics that often go unnoticed&mdash;trauma bonds, gaslighting, and breadcrumbing. From romantic relationships to family ties, Maya explores the subtle red flags that can keep us trapped in unhealthy cycles. Why do we stay in these bonds? And more importantly, how do we begin to heal? Tune in as we unpack the psychology behind trauma bonding and share practical tools for recovery, including setting boundaries, rebuilding self-trust, and seeking support through therapy. It&rsquo;s time to choose peace over patterns.

Toxic Ties: Breaking Free from Trauma Bonds and Gaslighting

We have also spoken about - Early signs of depression in children that often go unnoticed. How school pressure, family dynamics, and emotional invalidation play a role. 

We have also spoken about - Early signs of depression in children that often go unnoticed. How school pressure, family dynamics, and emotional invalidation play a role.&nbsp;

Childhood Depression: It's not just sadness

Are screens really the problem or just the symptom? In this episode of Mind Matters with Maya, psychologist Dr. Siji Raveendran explores how digital habits reflect deeper emotional needs in teens.

We discuss screen time, anxiety, validation, and how to replace power struggles with connection. Learn practical tools to set healthy boundaries and raise emotionally resilient kids in today’s digital world.

Are screens really the problem or just the symptom? In this episode of Mind Matters with Maya, psychologist Dr. Siji Raveendran explores how digital habits reflect deeper emotional needs in teens.
We discuss screen time, anxiety, validation, and how to replace power struggles with connection. Learn practical tools to set healthy boundaries and raise emotionally resilient kids in today&rsquo;s digital world.

Haircuts, Hiking & healing: can simple Acts Ease Depression?

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