Kalyana Sri Lanka

Kalyana Sri Lanka A passionate collective dedicated to transforming the mental health landscape in Sri Lanka, through education, advocacy, collaboration, and community building�

We've all heard the term "alpha male" in the media, but what does it actually mean? In this post, we break down where th...
26/11/2025

We've all heard the term "alpha male" in the media, but what does it actually mean? In this post, we break down where the term really came from, how it has shaped harmful stereotypes about men, and why it doesn’t hold up to science. And coming up next, we'll explore healthier, more authentic ways of understanding strength, leadership, and masculinity using insights from our Men's Day survey. If you haven't filled it out yet – visit the link below and let us know your thoughts!

Link🔗- https://lnkd.in/gkQ7ruZE

[Survey disclaimer – all responses will be anonymous and confidential, and any insights shared will not be identifiable.]

Male stereotypes are pervasive in society, which contribute to the growing concern around men's mental health. But socie...
19/11/2025

Male stereotypes are pervasive in society, which contribute to the growing concern around men's mental health. But society is evolving, along with the way we view gender norms and expectations. This Men's Day, we're launching a survey to draw attention to the biases and norms that have shaped society's view of masculinity, and how they have changed over time. We'd love to hear what you have to say – head on over to the survey linked in our bio!

Disclaimer: your responses will be anonymous and confidential – no identifying information will be collected, and your answers will only be used for research purposes.

Link🔗- https://lnkd.in/gkQ7ruZE

18/11/2025

Money isn’t just numbers - it’s stress, pressure, and a constant weight on our minds. In today’s world, financial strain and mental health are more connected than ever.

In our ongoing “Money Matters” series on financial wellness, Yohann Gunatilleke shares his perspective on how our emotional well-being is shaped by the way we experience and manage money. With his background in finance and business intelligence, he breaks down why this link matters and how understanding it can empower us to handle our finances more mindfully.

Because when we understand our relationship with money, we take a step toward better mental health.

03/11/2025

For many of us, the economic crisis made us feel like we've lost control of our finances, leaving us with major distress and despair. What can we do to regain our sense of control?

Continuing our series on financial wellness - "Money Matters" - listen to what Dinushi de S. Wijeyeratne has to say. As a finance professional with over 14 years of experience, she talks about the changes in our individual financial states over the past few years, and gives us insightful tips on how to navigate these times in a practical way.

Because financial wellness will bring us a step towards mental well-being.

27/10/2025

“When times feel heavy, start small. Reflect, acknowledge what you’re feeling, name the emotion, and connect with communities and spaces where you feel heard - where you feel safe, where you can be held.”

Thiviya Kandiah, a psychologist and psychotherapist, speaks to us about how we can take care of our mental health in times of crisis, so that we can better support ourselves and our loved ones. Because remember – feeling overwhelmed during distress is our bodies’ way of protecting us. Learning how to navigate these emotions and lean on the community around will help us to make it through.

Sri Lanka has been through a series of crises, from the pandemic to fuel shortages and an economic collapse.These events...
22/10/2025

Sri Lanka has been through a series of crises, from the pandemic to fuel shortages and an economic collapse.

These events caused drastic changes in how we live and our outlook on life, severely impacting people nationwide. As much as it is important to address the visible shifts, we must also pay attention to the less visible consequences of these crises had – and continue to have – on our mental health. Depression, stress, anxiety, and isolation are at an all-time high, which are all detrimental to our well-being.

As a community, let’s come together to look inward, acknowledge the effects of what we’ve been through, and support one another to build resilience, community, empathy and persevere towards mental well-being.

In every crisis, connection becomes our lifeline.When we reach out - to friends, family, neighbors, or community groups ...
22/10/2025

In every crisis, connection becomes our lifeline.

When we reach out - to friends, family, neighbors, or community groups - our brains and bodies respond. Stress hormones drop, oxytocin rises, and we feel safer, calmer, more human again.

Community isn’t just emotional support - it’s biology, resilience, and collective healing in action.

At Kalyana Sri Lanka, we believe that care begins with connection.
If you or your organization provide community support through mental health programs, relief work, or emotional care, we’d love to feature your efforts.

Tag your organization or send us a message to connect. Together, we can move from crisis to care.

Sri Lanka has faced several crises over the years, from a civil war to economic collapse. What resources are available t...
22/10/2025

Sri Lanka has faced several crises over the years, from a civil war to economic collapse. What resources are available to us at times like this?

For World Mental Health Day 2025, we're drawing attention to the helplines and support centers that we can reach out to for help - not only for global and national crises, but for our personal crises as well. We all deserve to live healthy, happy lives, and reaching out for help could be one step closer to achieving this.

For more focused and personal help, browse our therapist directory to find counsellors and psychologists that suit your needs: kalyanasl.org/therapist-directory

Emergencies test our strength, but they also remind us of our shared humanity. When the outer systems crumble, it is peo...
22/10/2025

Emergencies test our strength, but they also remind us of our shared humanity. When the outer systems crumble, it is people, compassion, and community that help us endure.

Join us this month, for , as Kalyana Sri Lanka recognizes the mental health resources that sustain the nation in times of crisis, the spaces, support networks, and solidarity that allows us to move from crisis to care.















This year, World Mental Health Day 2025 shines a light on Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergency moments when lives are...
21/10/2025

This year, World Mental Health Day 2025 shines a light on Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergency moments when lives are disrupted by crisis, disaster, or deep uncertainty.

Sri Lanka has weathered many such storms over the past decades, from civil conflict and political unrest to economic instability, pandemics, and natural disasters. Each has left visible and invisible marks on our collective well-being.

On this occasion, Kalyana Sri Lanka calls attention to the importance of mental health support during times of crisis and invites reflection on questions that matter to us all

• What mental health resources are available when crisis strikes?

• How do we find strength and healing through community?

• How can we make care more accessible in times of need?

• How can we nurture inner resilience amid uncertainty?










Money Matters: How financial stress affects your mental healthDid you know? Financial worries aren’t just about numbers,...
30/09/2025

Money Matters: How financial stress affects your mental health

Did you know?
Financial worries aren’t just about numbers, they’re deeply tied to stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.

📊 Research shows that your financial health impacts your mental well-being.
👉 When money feels uncertain, our minds often feel the weight too.
👉 In Sri Lanka, studies reveal that during the economic crisis, over 90% of people reported moderate to high stress.

But here’s the good news:
There are ways to manage financial stress, build resilience, and find balance, and we’ll be sharing them with you in our upcoming posts.

✨ Stay tuned for:
✔️ Practical tools to overcome financial stress
✔️ Guidance for different stages of life
✔️ Insights to strengthen balance & resilience around money

Let’s talk openly about money and mental health, because both matter. 💙🧡

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