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Every year, when we welcome Ganpati Bappa into our homes, it feels like inviting wisdom, joy, and protection to sit with us. He comes...

“Are you overthinking — or is it something deeper?” We all get caught in spirals of worry. But when thoughts feel intrusive, excessive, and out of your control — it may be more than just overthinking. This article breaks down the psychological difference between overthinking and obsessive thinking, the DSM-5 criteria for obsessions, and how to manage both. Learn to spot the signs, name what’s happening in your mind, and take small steps back toward peace.

On World Sexual Health Day, we share a raw, impromptu skit about two girls in love — and the heartbreak of walking away. This blog explores love, loss, and the silences LGBTQ+ voices often carry. Because what we had was real.

Understand transference and countertransference in therapy: who coined these terms, why they matter, and how they can be used to deepen healing.

This blog is for therapist and clinicians, or anyone who is interested in psychology. Learn what projective identification is, how it acts like a self-fulfilling prophecy, and how it plays out in therapy and relationships.

Not all seizures are the same. While epilepsy stems from abnormal brain activity, conversion seizures are rooted in unresolved emotional trauma. This SEVEE-style watercolor illustration gently explains the differences—rhythmic vs exaggerated, electrical vs psychological—so you can understand, empathize, and seek the right care. Awareness saves lives. Compassion heals them.

To deal with overthinking and obsession, the approach needs to be slightly different, though both share a need for mental clarity, emotional regulation, and skill-based strategies. Here's a side-by-side plan, grounded in psychology and neuroscience:

When the dhols beat in India and the smell of modaks fills the air, being far away can sting. Ganesh Chaturthi is not just a festival — it’s belonging, family, and faith. If you’re a Desi abroad missing home, here’s why it hurts, how you can still stay connected, and how SEVEE holds space for you even when you’re seas apart.

It’s not just the time zone. Sometimes your heart lags behind too. If you've just flown to a new country and suddenly feel anxious, lost, or unusually tired—this isn’t just jet lag. This is your body, mind, and emotions catching up with change.

Therapy isn’t a quick fix. It’s not an instant spell or a magic wand. Healing takes time, patience, and commitment. Just like brewing a cup of tea, therapy needs space to steep before it can offer clarity and strength.

Wondering how often is sex okay? This warm, all-ages guide unpacks the real answer behind frequency, consent, and emotional intimacy — without shame. Written by Parita Sharma for SEVEE.

When a loved one threatens self-harm, it’s easy to feel responsible. But are you really helping — or surrendering? This blog by SEVEE helps you understand the difference and reclaim your emotional clarity.

Anxiety can strike even when everything seems fine on the surface. If you often feel anxious for "no reason," you're not alone—and you're not broken. This blog explores the psychological roots of anxiety without visible triggers and how therapy can help you feel calm, seen, and safe again.

Narcissists often appear perfect, charming, and logical. So how can you identify who the real narcissist is? Learn why the symptoms of narcissistic abuse often show up in the survivor, not the abuser.

Discover the meaning of Janmashtami — why we celebrate the birth of Krishna, its origins, and how it connects to hope, healing, and mental health. A heartfelt letter for Desis abroad, reminding you that light always finds a way through.

Parita Sharma — Counselling Psychologist & Founder of SEVEE, specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery and emotional clarity. Excerpt - Wondering “Am I a narcissist?” Learn the real meaning, origins, and psychology of narcissism with insights from Freud and DSM-5 criteria. Discover signs of being on the receiving end of narcissistic abuse and how to tell the difference.

Family therapists note that parallel parenting reduces conflict and shields children from direct exposure to high-conflict exchanges. This allows them to maintain relationships with both parents without being pulled into the emotional warzone. “ Ek tarfa parenting” doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re carrying more weight to protect your child’s future.

Hoovering in narcissistic abuse is when a toxic person reappears to pull you back into the relationship. Learn the signs, why it happens, and how to protect your peace with SEVEE’s survivor-focused guide. Click to read more.

This blog is only for the psychologist student. Checklist of the first 20 minute with client.

This blog Parita shares some personal anecdotes with parenting oops. Explore hormonal alignment with dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins. Build emotional clarity, personal anecdotes and through sensory rituals.