Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 21 minutes ago
Dr. C.R. Chandrashekhar, a renowned psychiatrist with 52 years of practice, reflects on true joy beyond marks, money, and materialism. Drawing from Indian philosophy, Buddha, and Krishna’s teachings, he emphasizes reducing desires, balancing knowledge with duty, and finding eternal happiness within. His message: live with simplicity, positivity, and joy.
🎥 Filmed at The Festival of Joy 2025
This talk was recorded live at the inaugural edition of The Festival of Joy (Presented by YourDOST & curated by INK) held on February 8th, 2025, at SAP Labs India, Whitefield, Bengaluru.
The festival is a one-of-a-kind celebration of emotional wellness, joy, and human connection. It brought together leading voices in mental health, social impact, creativity, and innovation for a full day of immersive sessions, performances, and community experiences.
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About the Curators 🧠
The Festival of Joy was conceptualized and curated by three visionary changemakers:
Lakshmi Pratury, Founder & CEO of INKtalks, is a global curator of ideas and conversations. She is known for bringing together extraordinary minds to inspire action, with a deep commitment to storytelling, leadership, and innovation. ( / lakshmipratury )
Richa Singh, Co-founder & CEO of YourDOST, is a mental health advocate driven by the mission to make emotional support accessible for all. She’s been instrumental in pioneering tech-driven mental wellness platforms in India. ( / richa0387 )
Puneet Manuja, Co-founder & CSO of YourDOST, is a mental health champion and thought leader with lived experience in overcoming depression. His passion for creating safe spaces for emotional expression shapes the very heart of the festival. ( / puneetmanuja )
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Together, they created a festival that doesn’t just talk about joy - it invites you to feel it.
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#inktalks #festivalofjoy #innerhappiness #mindfulness #simpleliving #spiritualgrowth
Dr. C.R. Chandrashekhar, a renowned psychiatrist with 52 years of practice, reflects on true joy beyond marks, money, and materialism. Drawing from Indian philosophy, Buddha, and Krishna’s teachings, he emphasizes reducing desires, balancing knowledge with duty, and finding eternal happiness within. His message: live with simplicity, positivity, and joy.
🎥 Filmed at The Festival of Joy 2025
This talk was recorded live at the inaugural edition of The Festival of Joy (Presented by YourDOST & curated by INK) held on February 8th, 2025, at SAP Labs India, Whitefield, Bengaluru.
The festival is a one-of-a-kind celebration of emotional wellness, joy, and human connection. It brought together leading voices in mental health, social impact, creativity, and innovation for a full day of immersive sessions, performances, and community experiences.
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About the Curators 🧠
The Festival of Joy was conceptualized and curated by three visionary changemakers:
Lakshmi Pratury, Founder & CEO of INKtalks, is a global curator of ideas and conversations. She is known for bringing together extraordinary minds to inspire action, with a deep commitment to storytelling, leadership, and innovation. ( / lakshmipratury )
Richa Singh, Co-founder & CEO of YourDOST, is a mental health advocate driven by the mission to make emotional support accessible for all. She’s been instrumental in pioneering tech-driven mental wellness platforms in India. ( / richa0387 )
Puneet Manuja, Co-founder & CSO of YourDOST, is a mental health champion and thought leader with lived experience in overcoming depression. His passion for creating safe spaces for emotional expression shapes the very heart of the festival. ( / puneetmanuja )
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Together, they created a festival that doesn’t just talk about joy - it invites you to feel it.
.
.
.
#inktalks #festivalofjoy #innerhappiness #mindfulness #simpleliving #spiritualgrowth
