In this special and soul-stirring episode, we sit down with the brilliant Shruti Seth — actor, mother, mental wellness coach, and someone whose personal evolution is as compelling as her professional journey.

From her beloved role as Jiya in Shararat to her powerful voice in the mental wellness space, Shruti brings a deeply honest lens to what it means to mother consciously, heal generational patterns, and honour your body and self in the process.

Over the course of this conversation, Shruti opens up about the highs, the heartbreaks, and the hard-earned wisdom that have shaped her journey as a mother to Alina and as a woman in her own right.

🧠 What You’ll Hear in This Episode

1. On Letting Go of Perfectionism in Parenting - Shruti challenges the cultural pressure placed on mothers to “do it all.”
2. The Role of Witnessing, Not Controlling - Shruti speaks about the toxic trend of over-involvement in children's lives:
3. Breaking Generational Cycles of Fear - Shruti shares the impact of growing up with overprotection and how she consciously works to not pass down fear to her daughter.
4. The Harness vs. The Safety Net Metaphor - She beautifully articulates her and her husband Danish’s shared goal of raising a child who feels loved and capable — but not coddled.
5. The Rebirth Through Chronic Pain - Shruti’s raw account of her ongoing battle with chronic back pain is emotional and inspiring. She shares how pain forced her into a new level of spiritual and emotional growth.
6. On Love Without Condition - She describes the kind of unshakable emotional foundation she wants to build for her daughter, echoing the same security she received from her own mother.

🛠️ Practical Takeaways for Listeners

• Take rest seriously: especially postpartum. It’s not indulgent; it’s necessary.
• Your child isn’t your second chance — they are their own person.
• Heal your inner child so you don’t parent from your past pain.
• Say no without guilt — to opportunities, expectations, or internal pressure.
• Surround yourself with help, even if it’s imperfect.

📚 Resources & Mentions

🎬 Pop Culture

• 🧙‍♀️ Harry Potter – Alina's favorite books
• 📺 Shararat – Shruti’s breakout role
• 📺 Rishta.com – A modern classic

🎓 Educational & Academic Mentions

• 🧠 The Science of Well-Being – Yale University (Laurie Santos)
• 🏫 St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai – Counseling course 
• ☸️ Buddhist Psychology 
• 🧘‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training 
• 📘 Choice Theory / Reality Therapy – William Glasser 

👩‍⚕️ More About Shruti Seth

Shruti Seth is an Indian actor, anchor, and certified mental wellness coach whose career spans over two decades across television, film, and digital platforms. She rose to fame with iconic roles in shows like Shararat and Rishta.com, earning a devoted following for her relatable charm and comedic timing. Beyond acting, Shruti is a passionate advocate for emotional well-being, having pursued formal training in mindfulness, Buddhist psychology, emotional intelligence, and counseling. As a mother and healing practitioner, she now blends lived experience with professional insight to hold space for growth, resilience, and conscious parenting. Shruti is also known for using her voice boldly — on social media and beyond — to challenge norms and spark honest conversations.

📱 Follow Shruti on Instagram: ⁠@shru2kill⁠

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