Past Events

Baithak: Music for Mental Well-Being 

was an intimate evening of shared pause and presence, held on 13 December 2025 at Green Park, Delhi. Bringing together over 55 people, the gathering used music as a gentle, non-verbal form of emotional care.

Set against a quiet winter sunset, Baithak reminded us that healing doesn’t always need words, sometimes, it begins by simply listening together.

Meet Your Second Brain: Understanding the Brain–Gut Connect was a calm, insight-rich afternoon held on 7 October 2025 at NCUI Auditorium.

Through expert conversations on nutrition, psychology, and mindful living, participants explored the powerful link between gut health and mental well-being.

The experience blended science with self-reflection, closing with yoga, food, and stories that celebrated nourishment of both body and mind.

Building Mental Resilience in Adolescents

On 23 December 2025, 187 students attended a psychologist-led mental well-being workshop organised by The Well-Being Trust at Salwan Girls Senior Secondary School.

Designed as an interactive, judgment-free session, the workshop encouraged adolescents to talk about stress, fear, and emotional challenges without labels or clinical language. Led by psychologist Avnee Taneja, the session prioritised listening, emotional awareness, and help-seeking.

Climate Conversations: Understanding Anxiety and Action

Addressing the mental health impact of environmental change, this landmark event at the IIC New Delhi brought together experts and youth to explore "eco-anxiety." 

Participants gained actionable strategies to build emotional resilience and integrate climate awareness into community well-being.

  Kintsugi and Storytelling Workshops: Healing Through Creativity 

Using the Japanese art of gold-repair and the power of personal narrative, these workshops offered a unique pathway to emotional recovery. Participants learned to embrace their "scars" and transform lived experiences into empowering stories of strength and renewal.

  Suno Na: Creating Safe Spaces for Mental Health Conversations

Through poetry, music, and open-mic storytelling, Suno Na provides a stigma-free platform for individuals to voice their mental health journeys. This initiative fosters deep community connection, proving that being heard is often the first vital step toward healing.

  Suno Na | Online

Adapting to Delhi’s hazardous air quality, this virtual session ensured that safe spaces for expression remained accessible despite physical barriers. The event demonstrated how digital storytelling can reduce isolation and maintain emotional safety during periods of collective stress.

   Our Co-Founders trained as Climate Leaders

Co-founders Seema Kumar and Prachi Raturi have joined the global Climate Reality Leadership Corps, trained by Nobel Laureate Al Gore. This expertise allows The Mind Diaries to lead at the intersection of climate justice and mental health advocacy.

     Community Outreach and Creative Engagement for Children

In collaboration with Shades of Happiness, this winter outreach program used arts and crafts to build confidence and joy among underserved children in Delhi. The initiative highlights how creative play serves as a protective factor for long-term mental health.

  A Date With Yourself | Promoting Mental Wellness and Self-Care 

This immersive retreat at Byterra Café provided participants with professional tools in aromatherapy, mindful nutrition, and dance therapy. It offered a structured "pause" to help individuals prioritise mental health and develop sustainable self-care habits.

  Earth Day 2025 | Inspiring Youth for Climate Action

Partnering with Adarsh Public School, The Mind Diaries led students in tree plantation drives and sustainability workshops. By empowering the next generation of environmental stewards, the event merged ecological action with youth leadership.

 Media Partner Events 

As a media partner for दो Baatein, Dear Prakarti and The Modern Poets, we amplified grassroots conversations on love, loss, and environmental displacement. These partnerships highlight the vital role of arts-led dialogue in building social awareness and community resilience.