Despite being on an emotional rollercoaster, Sridevi has now had her life quite figured out. She is 28 years old and excited to begin her new chapter of marriage; we are equally happy for her too. She works as a Senior Associate in the growth team of onboarding, is from Bangalore and belongs to a family of 4. She has a younger brother.  Sridevi has a die-hard passion for Bharatanatyam is also a trained dancer, and occasionally enjoys singing.  Things were going smoothly for her until there were issues of work-related stress. She came across YourDOST through her organisation’s subscr ..read more

Shanthi is a 32-year-old professor teaching at the esteemed institute of IIT Bombay. A spirited soul from Uttar Pradesh, she finds solace in her scholarly pursuits and is proud of the commendable work she has offered to academics and research. Beyond her academic realm, she nurtures her well-being through hobbies, from cherishing the art of self-care to the refreshing embrace of swimming.  Shanthi’s childhood was a blend of privacy and familial volatility, navigating a conservative and controlling family dynamic fraught with highs and lows. She wanted a break from all the family drama a ..read more

Malini is a 26-year-old final-year Master’s student at IISc in the Department of Electronic Systems Engineering. A bright and introspective soul, Malini is the cherished only child of her parents, whose upbringing was marked by a supportive environment nurturing her prowess. She is an ambivert who is highly self-aware and embraces her family’s occasional drama with resilience, her inner light shining bright. Reflecting on her childhood, Malini shared,  “My parents encouraged me to explore various classes, yet my academics soon became my sole focus, leaving little room for hobbies.”  ..read more

Uddeshya, our protagonist, enjoys physical activity, sports, workouts, travels, watches movies consumes long-form content, and plays chess. His hobbies surely got us intrigued about the person he is and the knowledge he possesses Uddeshya is an Alumni of  IIT Bombay and is also working there as a Project Research Associate, in the electrical department. He is from Madhya Pradesh and his dad works in the cement-making industry.  He expresses his bond with his parents to be good and has a great relationship with his mom and that he has two sisters and shares a cordial relationship wit ..read more

In the realm of dreams and aspirations, Yuvraj a vibrant 22-year-old is a B.Tech student in  Chemical Engineering from the esteemed institute of IIT Bombay. He is from Sikar Rajasthan. His love for exploring his interests grew deep, allowing him to channel his energy better. He finds solace in activities that let him express his emotions and feelings through the graceful arts.  “I am seasonal with my hobbies and one day I want to dance the other day I want to focus on something else. It is more like a Jack of all trades but master of none.”  Yuvraj was a happy-go-lucky child, a ..read more

Our brave warrior Pravesh is 28 years old, hails from Chandigarh and lives with his family. He likes meeting people and shares a good bond with his family.  Pravesh is a student at IIT Kharagpur and holds a Master’s degree in law. He belongs to a family of 5 and expressed that growing up in his childhood was difficult. “Home was okay, however, but there was this constant pressure that I felt to have to perform well and do good in my studies. He did not have a great childhood as there was constant pressure at home to perform well in his education and this affected his mental peace.” Prav ..read more

Pari is a high-spirited 20-year-old from Bihar. She belongs to a humble family with her parents a younger brother and an elder sister. She enjoys playing chess and is currently preparing for internships and placements. “I had a normal upbringing, and my childhood was alright and I grew up being close to my parents.”  Pari mentions instances where she dealt with placement pressure and she was very committed to her education.  Things seemed in control until all of it started slowly collapsing in November 2023 and our warrior had a fallout with her friend’s group.  “I was shocked ..read more

Mansi is an enigmatic 30-year-old independent woman from Punjab. She practised her career as a medical processor at Hiver and was always interested in psychology and biology as a student.  She was born into a joint family that values ancestral roots and belonging. Her elder brother is an engineer. Growing up in a joint family teaches us the vitality of family and how each member gets encircled in the larger picture of building a sense of togetherness. It was Mansi’s childhood and her parents who often cultivated the ideology of being independent even as children to her brother and her.&n ..read more

In a bustling town in Haryana, Dharmender, 32 years old, embarked on a journey that would defy all odds. Coming from a lower-middle-class family, growing up was not an easy task for him. “My parents worked hard to provide me with the best education they could afford. I am grateful that they provided me with this privilege.” Dharmender’s childhood was filled with simple joys, and as he grew up, he discovered a passion for dance, often taking part in competitions that brought him immense joy and recognition. Following his aspirations, Dharmender pursued engineering at the renowned XLRI colleg ..read more

Meet Sri, a vibrant 25-year-old sales professional from Bangalore the Silicon Valley of India, pulsates with a unique blend of technology and tradition. This dynamic metropolis, famed for its lush gardens and vibrant tech hubs, thrives as a melting pot of diverse cultures.  Renowned for its pleasant climate and bustling café culture, Bangalore epitomizes modernity while preserving its historical charm in landmarks like the Bangalore Palace.  It’s a city where traditional silk saris seamlessly merge with startup dreams, offering a kaleidoscopic experience to its inhabitants and visit ..read more