From Fear to Love: Ashish Kejriwal's Journey with Schizophrenia

Author: Yellowcheer - Mental health May 23, 2026 Duration: 45:14

Living with schizophrenia isn’t just about hallucinations or voices, it’s about understanding, empathy, and rediscovering hope.

This World Schizophrenia Day, this episode in the Conversation of Hope series, brings to you the powerful personal journey of Ashish Kejriwal.

Ashish Kejriwal is a system thinker & a musician who works on creating job placement possibilities for those affected at the Mental Health Support Foundation.

In this honest conversation, Ashish shares his uplifting journey of living with Schizophrenia, an eye-opening perspective on managing symptoms, busting myths, and embracing recovery and as he called it; from being scared to loving the world again.

This episode is vital for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of schizophrenia, whether you're facing it yourself, supporting a loved one, or looking to challenge stigmas.

This is more than a conversation; it’s a call to change perceptions and support those living with schizophrenia with dignity and hope. If you believe in the power of awareness and the importance of second chances, this episode is essential listening. Follow Mental Health Musings podcast, share, and keep the conversation going. Help break the stigma, because behind every diagnosis, there’s a story of resilience.

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Mental Health Musings

Hosted by a NIMHANS certified lay counsellor and poet, Mental Health Musings approaches well-being from a unique and personal angle. This isn't a clinical lecture series; instead, each episode blends original, heartfelt poetry with candid conversations. You'll hear from mental health professionals and advocates who share insights in accessible language, moving beyond theory to discuss real, everyday challenges. The goal is to foster a deeper, more compassionate understanding of your own mind and equip you to better support the people in your life. Recognized by Feedspot among the Top 100 Mental Health Podcasts globally and a Top 10 podcast on this topic in India, this series creates a reflective space where art and dialogue meet. Tuning in means joining a thoughtful exploration where personal experience and professional knowledge intersect, all guided by the host's dual perspective as a counsellor and an artist. Each episode of this podcast is designed to feel like a genuine conversation, offering both solace and practical perspective for anyone on a journey toward mental wellness.

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