Real voices, real journeys.

Our Stories Are Us

Our Stories Are Us is an anthology of first-person stories that illuminate the paths to mental health

Read honest accounts of hope, loss, and recovery
Gain comfort knowing you're not alone
Support mental health advocacy
Receive an exclusive essay available only through pre-order

About This Collection

MyndStories brings together voices from India in Our Stories Are Us - an eclectic collection of honest stories. These are voices that have faced anxiety, depression, trauma, and found their way back to light. Or perhaps, not. But to stay in the dark is also part of the story. Each story is written in the first person, offering an intimate look at the struggles and triumphs of real people. This anthology will inspire, challenge, and comfort you.

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Bonus Essay PDF

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₹299

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About the Creators

MyndStories editors and contributors are mental health advocates and writers who volunteer to share authentic stories of healing.

Amanpreet Singh

Content creator and writer

Ankita Das

Content specialist and mental health advocate

Anima Nair

CPD-Certified Neurodiversity Practitioner, TEDx speaker, and advocate

Aarthi Prabhakaran

Counselor and writer

Aninda Sidhana

Mental health expert, educator, and advocate

Bhaskarjyoti Paul

Writer

Anuckriti Garg

Therapist and writer

Anuradha Ghosh

Author and storyteller

Garima Behal

Marketer and writer

Binish Khan

Writer and content strategist

Dyuti Mukherjee

Writer and translator

Nikitha Warriar

Content writer and marketer

Noopur Goel

Product manager and writer

Ragini Ravichandran

Writer

Rhea Pal

Advertising professional and writer

Dr. Seema Girija Lal

Therapist and writer

Shreya Verma

Writer

Sumit Singla

People and Culture Consultant and writer

Sophie Srishti

Associate Professor, creative writer, and researcher

Yashna Shrivastava

Content writer

Amanpreet Singh

Content creator and writer

Ankita Das

Content specialist and mental health advocate

Anima Nair

CPD-Certified Neurodiversity Practitioner, TEDx speaker, and advocate

Aarthi Prabhakaran

Counselor and writer

Aninda Sidhana

Mental health expert, educator, and advocate

Bhaskarjyoti Paul

Writer

Anuckriti Garg

Therapist and writer

Anuradha Ghosh

Author and storyteller

Garima Behal

Marketer and writer

Binish Khan

Writer and content strategist

Dyuti Mukherjee

Writer and translator

Nikitha Warriar

Content writer and marketer

Noopur Goel

Product manager and writer

Ragini Ravichandran

Writer

Rhea Pal

Advertising professional and writer

Dr. Seema Girija Lal

Therapist and writer

Shreya Verma

Writer

Sumit Singla

People and Culture Consultant and writer

Sophie Srishti

Associate Professor, creative writer, and researcher

Yashna Shrivastava

Content writer

What Early Readers Say

"These stories reminded me I'm not alone."

— Bhaskar Paul

"Raw, honest, and beautifully written."

— Geetha B.

"These stories reminded me I'm not alone."

— Bhaskar Paul

"Raw, honest, and beautifully written."

— Geetha B.

"These stories reminded me I'm not alone."

— Bhaskar Paul

"Raw, honest, and beautifully written."

— Geetha B.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my e-book?

Shipping for the e-book begins in January 2026. Printing will begin after the pre-order window closes.

What formats are available?

Paperback and e-book.

Are the stories triggering?

Each chapter includes content warnings for sensitive topics.

Do you ship internationally?

Unfortunately, we don't have the option right now.

When will the print book be released?

Our Stories Are Us is scheduled for a January to March 2026 launch window. You will be notified when we release the print book.

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