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Dr Nisha Khanna Mental Health

Mental Health, Celebrity Psychologist, Twice TEDx Speaker, Marriage and Family Counsellor, Depression

She provides online & Face to Face Consultation services related to Pre-marriage & Post Marriage Problems, Family disputes, Individual issues like Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Emotional, Behavioral, Anger, Insomnia, EQ Testing and Compatibility Testing etc.

31/03/2025

Read my expert insights on Princess Syndrome (Papa Ki Pari) and its impact on personality development, relationships, and mental well-being

Not a Disney movie! Princess Syndrome can mess with real-life relationships

“Such individuals often expect life to be handed to them on a silver platter,” says Dr Nisha Khanna, psychologist and marriage counsellor. “When reality does not align with their expectations, they experience frustration, dissatisfaction, and even self-esteem issues.”

The syndrome can also create unrealistic expectations in dating. Many expect grand gestures and a ‘Prince Charming’ figure to cater to their every need. They view relationships as a means of validation rather than partnerships built on mutual effort.

“They also use manipulation, playing the victim by claiming, ‘I don’t know how to do this,’ or ‘You handle it better.’ In romantic relationships, they may demand financial dependence without contributing, expecting their partners to fulfill all their needs,” says Dr Khanna.

Breaking the cycle
As friends or partners, we may often overlook this entitled behaviour and give in to their whims and fancies. However, experts say this is the wrong approach. Instead, they suggest several ways to address and overcome these tendencies.
Develop self-awareness – Recognising entitled behaviours is the first step toward change.
Practice gratitude – Shifting focus from entitlement to appreciation helps build healthier relationships.
Build resilience – Facing challenges without expecting rescue fosters personal growth.
Contribute to others – Acts of kindness and service create a sense of reciprocity in relationships.
Work on independence – Taking responsibility for finances, career, and life choices enhances self-sufficiency.
Seek constructive feedback – Accepting and applying criticism allows for continuous self-improvement.

Dr Khanna emphasises the role of external intervention: “Friends, partners, and family members should set boundaries. Instead of indulging entitled behaviour, they should encourage self-reliance.” Read more in detail at India today article

23/03/2025

As a psychologist and experienced marriage counselor, I recently discussed the psychological aspects of matricide in the media, analyzing the mental state of Sahil, Muskan, and Saurabh, who was brutally murdered by his wife Muskan and her boyfriend Sahil. Additionally, I provided insights into the images displayed on the walls of Sahil’s room, which may offer clues into his psychological state.

If you are experiencing frequent conflicts or escalating tensions in your relationship, I strongly encourage you to seek support from a qualified and experienced marriage counselor or psychologist. It is essential to recognize that forcing a partner to remain in a marriage, or staying solely for the sake of children or societal expectations, can lead to emotional distress and unhealthy dynamics.

If there are any signs of physical aggression, it is critical to seek professional help from both a psychologist and a psychiatrist. Therapy and professional counseling are significantly different from the advice of friends or family, as trained professionals offer evidence-based strategies tailored to your unique situation.

Just as we entrust teachers with educating our children because they possess the necessary skills and techniques, mental health professionals provide confidential, expert guidance to help individuals and couples navigate challenges in the most effective and healthy way possible.

28/10/2024

Mental health issues can be treated much easily, provided, we treat them the way we do it for any physical health issue. If you know someone who is suffering from those, motivate him or her to talk about it without feeling shy, hesitant or afraid, thinking what will people say. Because, only he or she knows, the pain and consequences of going through such a situation.

11/01/2024

Embracing Imperfection

In our fast-paced, digitally obsessed world, we often chase unattainable beauty, success, and happiness ideals. We are surged with images of intelligent investors, flawless celebrities, airbrushed models, and curated Instagram feeds.

But let me tell you, real life is not filtered, edited, or photoshopped. Real life is beautifully messy and wonderfully imperfect.

I have learned that embracing our imperfections requires courage and the willingness to confront our vulnerabilities. Through these challenges, we develop resilience and discover our inner strength.

'Kintsugi,' an ancient Japanese practice that beautifies broken pottery, celebrates Imperfection, transience, and the beauty of the imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete.

Kintsugi means 'to join with gold.' In Zen aesthetics, the broken pieces of a ceramic pot need to be carefully picked up, reassembled, and then glued together with lacquer inflected with gold powder.

The Japanese believe the golden cracks make the pieces even more valuable. It embraces the breakage as part of the object's history instead of something to be hidden or thrown away.

It is beautiful to think of kintsugi as a metaphor for life and to see the complex, broken, or painful parts of you as radiating light, gold, and beauty.

It teaches that your broken places make you stronger and better than ever before. They make you antifragile and are the opposite of what we are taught throughout life – that we are supposed to be perfect and must hide imperfections.

Kintsugi is the perfect metaphor for finding healing in our lives that sometimes get cracked and broken apart.

It teaches us to appreciate the cracks in the pottery, the wrinkles on our faces, and the impermanence of everything. It reminds us that life's beauty lies in its imperfections.

Embracing Imperfection improves our relationship not only with ourselves but also with others.

You learn to accept people as they are, flaws and all, and in turn, they get you in your imperfect glory. It enriches our lives with meaningful connections and more profound, genuine relationships.

Embracing Imperfection doesn't mean settling for mediocrity or complacency. It means striving for excellence while acknowledging that mistakes and setbacks are a natural part of the journey.

May we all continue to learn, grow, and celebrate the imperfect masterpiece that is life itself and stay blessed forever.

30/11/2023

Our childhood experiences are critical in shaping the person we become. The type of parenting we receive, the events we encounter, and how our upbringing can all influence our personalities, beliefs, and attitudes. Furthermore, our interactions with family and peers during childhood can also impact our social skills, communication style, and ability to form healthy relationships.

Erickson shared 8 Psychosocial Development stages that describe the impact of social interaction and relationships on the evolution and growth of a person across the life span.

For instance, if we experience trauma during our childhood, such as physical or emotional abuse, it may lead to the development of anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues in adulthood. On the other hand, if we receive positive reinforcement and nurturing from our caregivers, we may develop a strong sense of self-esteem and resilience.

However, it's essential to recognise that our past does not define us. We can overcome adversity and thrive personally and professionally with the proper support and resources. We can lead happy and fulfilling lives by taking the necessary steps to resolve conflicts and develop a positive sense of self.

12/11/2023

This Diwali illuminates your Mind, not just your home.

Be Blessed, and I wish everyone a Happy and Prosperous Diwali.

11/11/2023

'Light The Lamp'

I read a beautiful couplet from Sant Kabir this morning, which reads –

जब मैं था तब हरी नहीं, अब हरी है मैं नाही,
सब अँधियारा मिट गया, दीपक देखा माही |

Translated, it means that when immersed in my ego and arrogance, I could not see God (the supreme power). But when I illuminated the lamp of knowledge within myself, all darkness of ignorance vanished, my ego disappeared, and I found God in the light of knowledge.

At this Choti Diwali, if there is anything we can wish for today, this is it.

Let's illuminate within ourselves – and around us – the lamp of knowledge so that the darkness of ignorance vanishes, ego and arrogance go away, and we find God and his wisdom in that light of knowledge. Only then can we dispel the darkness of our ignorance, which this festival of lights truly signifies.

Let the light shine upon us. Light the lamp within this Diwali, and stay blessed forever.🪔

07/11/2023

Being Yourself

One day, a King came to his garden and saw withering and dying trees, bushes and flowers. An oak said it fails because it can't be as high as a pine. A pine tree was falling because it could not give grapes like a grapevine. Meanwhile, the grapevine was dying because it couldn't blossom like a rose. And amid all this gloominess and death, the King found a single plant, pleasing the heart, blooming and fresh.

The King asked: All the trees and flowers here are withering, and you are flourishing; why?

I think it comes naturally, said the little plant; "You have planted me because it was Your wish and Your choice. If you would have liked to grow an oak, grapes or rose, you would have planted them. And I cannot be anything else than what I am. So I try to develop my best qualities."

Look at yourself. You can be only yourself. You can't become someone else. You can enjoy life and blossom or wither if you do not accept yourself.

03/11/2023

What Life Means

Life is a gift without any returns expected.

Life is a flower that shines, then withers and falls off.

Life is a beauty that lies in the eyes of the beholder.

Life is a religion that requires reverence, confidence and devotion.

Life is a river which flows away and then dries out.

Life is a colour of excitement, shadows of remorse, repentance of guilt, tides of mood and situations.

Life is a book- every page reveals a new meaning to it.

Life is a lesson, precise, short and tempting.

People say life is the counter to death. You tell me what death is, and I'll let you know what life is!

Remember- when you look through a blue glass, everything appears blue; if through a red glass, all red and bright; if through a smoky one, everything appears sad and dull. It's up to you to colour your life.

But don't forget, it's just one life that we get to live, and it's complete of meaning. Enjoy the festive season!

02/11/2023

Indian Sweets carry Positive Psychology Messages. It's all about Perspective.

1. Jalebi: Your Shape doesn't matter; your nature does. No matter how messed up you look or life is, keeping a sweet tone will always help.

2. Rosogolla: No matter how much circumstances squeeze you, only sweetness should come out, and remember you will return to your original self as soon as the pressure diminishes!! So Be Resilient even when squeezed.

3. Boondi Laddu: Every little drop of Boondi matters. Similarly, little and continuous efforts can bring in Miraculous Results. Continue doing little things; Success will follow.

4. Soan Papdi: Not everyone likes you, yet the maker doesn't stop to make you. Pursue your goals, irrespective of validation.

5. Gulab Jamun: Your Softness is not your Weakness; it can be your strength. Softness is a quality much Appreciated; be Proud of it.

6. Besan Laddu: If you get shattered due to pressure, you can always Rebuild. It's a symbol of HOPE. No Matter what goes Wrong, we can always fix it.

So Enjoy sweets. It's Diwali season no matter who says what, but have it in moderate quantity😃

06/10/2023

How can you help clients forgive during conflict as a Psychologist or Mental Health Professional?

By Creating Present and Focus on Self-Care and Self-Compassion with Example

As a Psychologist or Marriage and Family Counsellor, We encourage clients to create a present. I believe and explain them by saying, " We can't Change the Past, We can not Forget the Past, and We can't Forgive the Past. The only solution to Forgiveness is to Create a Big Present so that the Past will automatically fade away, and We will learn to Let it Go."

For Example, We are on our way to a Journey, and our tire gets punctured; despite cribbing and complaining and blaming the other person or situation and pointing fingers, we focus our energy on our goal of reaching the journey. We follow any solutions like Calling the Mechanic to change the tire, Booking a cab or Taking a Lift, or Calling a family member to help. That all depends upon our Priority, Clarity, Acceptance, Awareness and Attitude.

As Mental Health Professionals, to move on the pathway of Forgiveness, we make people understand and learn how to prioritise themselves first. Put their whole energy into that and treat others or their situation as a part of Life, not their entire Life. "Acceptance of Facts" is the higher stage in Maslow's Theory of Hierarchy in Psychology, which is the reality of Life, too.

To move on in Life, we suggest that they treat themselves with kindness and look after their holistic Growth, i.e., Psychological Growth, Physical Growth, Emotional Growth, Spiritual Growth and Personal Growth. Hence, they develop a sense of inner peace and tranquillity, which can help them overcome hurt and anger - finally accept seeing things with empathy by getting others' perspectives and putting themselves in the other person's shoes.

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