Shukrita Sankaran
The Storyteller_Mumbai
 

26th February 2026. Hello! These are the books and themes that were explored during the session on a warm sunny day in February. CONVERSATIONS ON LOVE BY NATASHA LUNN THE PIVOT YEAR : BRIANNA WIEST MEN EXPLAIN THINGS TO ME: REBECCA SOLNIT TOP 5 REGRETS OF THE DYING: BRONNIE WARE DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK: JOSEPH NGUYEN MADHUSHALA : H BACHCHAN We explored the meaning of the word 'Love' and discussed the various connotations and nuances that it holds and implies. Love

#therapeutic #story #metaphor #storytelling #healing #lifejourney #childrenandadults #loss #remembrance A Feather and a Red Ribbon is a story that explores continuing bonds after loss. Through the imagery of a river, a returning feather, and a red ribbon once tied by a beloved grandmother, the story gently models emotional integration — allowing sadness, grief and love to coexist. Designed for navigating through loss, it invites reflection without moralising and offers a tan

AI generated image : Tambli Thus spake: The Broken Walls An original story by Shukrita Sankaran. This story speaks about resilience and courage to rebuild after upheavals, trauma, illness, hospitalisation and many of life's adversities. It points to the inner transformative process that occurs during and after such incidences. Tambli the city must face storms and learn a few life lessons, that both adults and children may find deeply resonating. Ages 7 and up #rebuilding #r

The Little Christmas Tree by Shukrita Sankaran Note from the author: Children sometimes struggle with self-confidence, self-belief and purpose. Through this gentle Christmas story, we take the child on a journey towards acceptance of oneself and of their role in the world in the larger scheme of things. And that giving joy to another can be the greatest gift you give your own self. Once upon a time there was a tiny little Christmas tree named Piney in a Christmas tree farm. T

Belmondo Book Club:Session 2 Hello everyone! For all those who attended the Book Club meeting on 23rd , a big thank you for showing up and bringing your books to read and reflect upon. The stories we heard today are so relevant and so inspiring. Also a sort of learning, of different perspectives, of different ways of looking at life, through the eyes and words of the authors who have written the books. How do they see the world, and what were their experIences? Does this crea

Image Courtesy: Unsplash. Change and Uncertainty The two words that instinctively cause a sense of restlessness are , 'change' and 'uncertainty'. The human psyche is such that change is something that we look upon with a dollop , if not more, of doubt and apprehension. And I'm not talking about a change of scene, which is something we seek , like when we go on a holiday or meet a friend. This is hard core change, when the ground beneath you feels like it is not just shifting

(A THERAPEUTIC STORY OF A JOURNEY THROUGH ILLNESS) #resilience #therapeutic #storytelling #strength #lifejourney #wisdom Image Courtesy: Unsplash NAVIGATING SHADOWS (A THERAPEUTIC STORY OF A JOURNEY THROUGH ILLNESS) #resilience #therapeutic #storytelling #strength #lifejourney #wisdom Once upon a time, in a land embraced by rolling hills and whispering trees, there lived a young artist named Kira. Kira had always been full of life, her laughter echoing through the meadows a

A COSTUME FOR ALEX A therapeutic story to emphasise on the importance of role-playing in fostering empathy and resilience in young children. Parents, teachers and counsellors are encouraged to engage the child in a discussion after the story session, and doodle what emotions like sadness or happiness feels like. #therapeuticstory #empathy #roleplaying #resilience #understanding #growthmindset Once upon a time, in a bustling kindergarten classroom, there was a bright-eyed four

#empathy #roleplaying #growthmindset #compassion #school #work #lifeskill Role-playing can be a powerful tool for developing empathy...

#healing #therapeutic #storytelling #awareness #patterns #innerchild In the timeless realm of storytelling, narratives have always held a...

A therapeutic story for children and adults to create awareness about our environment, which lays emphasis on collective responsibility,...

#therapeuticstory #anxiety #stressmanagement #storymedicine #healing #awareness #coping Once upon a lush, green meadow, there lived a...

Shukrita Sankaran explains why metaphors are powerful to storytelling and how the words that are used by the patient or client are...

#therapeutic #storymedicine #obesity #health #greed #selfishness #binge #eatingdisorders Background: I see around me many young children...

It is the end of the year and somehow, it is customary to reminiscence how the year treated us. In hindsight, and in jotting down events...

Grey, blue, or green? What color would you use for your tapestry? Would it be a light or a deep hue permeating the entire space? Would it...

#relationships Holding Space between two Requires a lot of things It sounds easy but can be tough Especially if you miss any of the...