<p>In this enlightening episode of <em>Brown Women Health</em>, psychiatrist <strong>Dr. Rathisha Pathmathasan, DO</strong> joins us to explore the importance of mindfulness, mental wellness, and breaking cultural stigma in South Asian communities. We dive into her journey into psychiatry, the pressures of med school as a South Asian American, and the common signs of anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns.</p><p>Dr. Pathmathasan shares practical steps listeners can take before seeking professional help, how to communicate mental health struggles to older generations, and why many people feel intimidated by psychiatry. We also address topics like pill shaming, myths surrounding psychiatric care, and the role of holistic practices—including her own science-based Mindful Planner.</p><p>Join us as we unpack what mental wellness looks like for students, women, and people of color, and how mindfulness can support healing, resilience, and everyday balance.</p><p><strong>Anchored by:</strong> Esha Aggarwal<br /><strong>Produced by:</strong> Esha Aggarwal &amp; Mrinal Gokhale</p>