Why Me? brings together real-life journeys of people who have faced profound loss―of a parent, a child, a spouse, a relationship, a beloved pet, or even a loved one to terminal illness. Through honest narratives and depictions of traumatic experiences, this book explores how individuals found strength and resilience while navigating their darkest moments.
At its heart, Why Me? is more than a collection of stories―it is a call to recognize and prioritize mental health. With its practical toolkit of resources, life skills, effective techniques, and coping mechanisms, this book serves as a guide to healing, recovery, and preventative care. It offers hope that even in the face of tragedy, it is possible to rebuild, grow, and move forward.
Anushree is a psychologist and writer based in India with a background in psychology, law, and business. She brings a holistic understanding of human behavior, family dynamics, child psychology, and work-life relationships. Over the past decade, she has worked with individuals, families, adolescents, and schools, offering counselling, wellness groups, and mindfulness programs that foster emotional well-being and sustainable coping mechanisms. She runs an online counselling practice, Think Out Loud (www.thinkoutloud.co.in), and is trained in family law counselling, trauma intervention, CBT, and youth mindfulness. Having experienced personal loss, her work focuses on helping communities find meaning and hope after grief.