In a city where academic competition, career uncertainty, digital pressure, and social expectations continue to weigh heavily on young minds, a powerful conversation on mental health unfolded at the Golpark office of Child in Need Institute (CINI) under its Shubhayu Health and Wellness Dialouge.
The organisation hosted the second session of its Health and Wellness Series titled “Is Something Stressing You Out: Building Emotional Resilience in a Fast-Paced World,” bringing together students, young professionals, volunteers and Divers professional for a candid dialogue on emotional well-being and psychological resilience.
The session witnessed active participation from young adults representing institutions including Ramakrishna Mission, St. Xavier’s University, Jadavpur University, and The Neotia University, reflecting the growing urgency among students to openly address mental health challenges that are often ignored or stigmatised.
The interactive discussion was led by veteran Mental Health & Psychotherapist Kasturi Mukherjee, who drew attention to the silent emotional struggles faced by today’s youth. She spoke about rising cases of loneliness, fear of missing out (FOMO), academic burnout, anxiety over career uncertainty, declining productivity, sleep disorders, and psychosomatic symptoms such as persistent headaches and fatigue.
Ms. Mukherjee emphasised that stress among students and young professionals often remains unrecognised until it begins affecting physical health, relationships, confidence, and performance. She encouraged participants to identify emotional triggers early, practise self-awareness, and seek support without hesitation.
Addressing examination stress, she highlighted the importance of systematic preparation, revision routines, emotional discipline, and self-belief in overcoming fear and performance pressure. On workplace mental fatigue, she advised young professionals to prioritise work-life balance and pursue roles aligned with their values and emotional strengths.
The session also included guided meditation and mindfulness exercises aimed at helping participants regulate emotions and improve focus in everyday life.
Present at the session, Meghendra Banerjee Chief of Programs at CINI said, “Mental health is no longer a silent issue among young people. Today’s generation is battling invisible pressures from academics, careers, social media, and societal expectations. Through the Shubhayu initiative, our aim is to create safe spaces where young adults feel heard, supported, and empowered to prioritise their emotional well-being without fear or stigma.”
As conversations around mental health gain momentum across educational institutions and workplaces, CINI’s initiative highlighted a larger social reality — that emotional resilience is becoming as essential as academic success in navigating modern life.
