Art, HEALing & Finding Home Within: A Journey with Vanashree Ghate - S3.Ep5 - Perspectives

In this deeply inspiring episode of Active Kreative Perspectives with Vanashree Ghate, an art-based therapist, mindfulness educator, and founder of HEAL Foundation, an organisation dedicated to bringing holistic healing to vulnerable communities in India. Vanashree’s journey is one of transformation—shifting from a corporate career to then discovering her passion for art-based therapy as a tool for healing. Together, Valerie and Vanashree explore the power of art, mindfulness and deep self-connection in a world that often prioritises external achievements over inner peace.

⏳ [00:00] – Introduction & A Journey to Healing – Vanashree’s shift from corporate life to holistic education.

🎨 [00:02] – Discovering Art-Based Therapy – How art became a bridge between personal expression and healing.

🏫 [00:07] – Waldorf Education & Its Impact – Why Vanashree chose alternative education for her children and how it shaped their paths.

🖌️ [00:14] – The Transformative Power of Art – How creativity opens pathways for self-discovery, emotional regulation, and deep healing.

🌍 [00:22] – The State of Mental Health in India – Challenges, misconceptions, and the growing awareness post-COVID.

🧘 [00:25] – The Role of Mindfulness – Why inner awareness is crucial and how mindful practices can create ethical, conscious living.

🏡 [00:33] – Finding Home Within – The evolving nature of “home” as an internal space rather than an external place. 💭 [00:35] – Misconceptions of Inner Peace – Why self-connection doesn’t always feel blissful, and how to embrace all emotions as part of the journey.

📢 [00:38] – The Future of Mental Health & Healing – How we can integrate these practices into everyday life and make self-connection a norm.

✨ “Happiness is not about external circumstances—it’s about being at peace with whatever arises.” – Vanashree Ghate This episode is a gentle yet powerful reminder that healing is a journey, not a destination. Whether through meditation, art, or mindful awareness, each of us can find ways to connect to our true selves and build a more conscious, compassionate world.