Shukrita Sankaran

The Storyteller Mumbai - Therapeuticstories_Shukrita

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Every person carries a story — meaningful, powerful, and uniquely their own. This space invites you on a journey of self-discovery and healing through storytelling. Featuring inspirational and thought-provoking stories, original poetry, and therapeutic narratives for both children and adults, these offerings explore how stories can support emotional understanding, imagination, and personal growth.

Author

Shukrita Sankaran

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Arts

Latest episode

Jun 16, 2026

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Episodes

One Last Snoot Boop: The Story of a Good Dog by John Graff : Book Review 16.06.2026

Dive into this wonderful book written by John Graff about the love and loss of a pet dog. Written with sensitivity and clarity, this picture book with effervescent watercolor illustrations, is a go to to discuss life's difficult moments with a young child in a gentle and subltle manner. Email me : storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com for feedback and comments.

A Feather and a Red Ribbon 12.04.2026

A Feather and a Red Ribbon is a story that explores continuing bonds after loss. Through the imagery of a river, a returning feather, and a red ribbon once tied by a beloved grandmother, the story gently models emotional integration — allowing sadness, grief and love to coexist. Designed for navigating through loss, it invites reflection without moralising and offers a tangible metaphor children a...

Therapeutic Story: Thus Spake: The Broken Walls 26.03.2026

This story speaks about resilience and courage to rebuild after upheavals, trauma, illness, hospitalisation and many of life's adversities. It points to the inner transformative process that occurs during and after such incidences. Tambli the city must face storms and learn a few life lessons, that both adults and children may find deeply resonating. Ages 7 and up #rebuilding #resilience #adve...

THE ENCHANTED FOREST 07.03.2026

A therapeutic story for children and adults to create awareness about our environment, which lays emphasis on collective responsibility, group effort and instilling a sense of responsibility to preserve our forests. 

Your Sanctuary 19.04.2025

Have you ever thought about your sanctuary? A place you can call your own, to heal and nourish your own self? What is your sanctuary? Listen in...

Courage - Poetry with Prompts 04.04.2025

Poetry with writing prompts. A new series by 'The Storyteller Mumbai'. Read, pause, reflect and write! Share your stories: storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com. Thank you

Heart Of A Survivor- Poetry with Prompts 02.04.2025

Poems with writings prompts. A new series by 'The Storyteller_Mumbai ' . Read, pause, reflect and write! Share your stories- storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com. Thank you!

The relevance of Therapeutic Storytelling 07.07.2024

In part 3 of my discussion on therapeutic storytelling, we explore the reasons why this mode of healing is relevant today. For more log in to www.shukritasankaran.com

The Healing Power of Therapeutic Storytelling: Part 2 07.07.2024

This is part 2 of my discussion about therapeutic storytelling and how it differs from traditional or conventional storytelling methods. Please read www.shukritasankaran.com for more!

The Healing Power of Therapeutic Storytelling: Part 1 07.07.2024

What is therapeutic storytelling? Join me as I introduce this magical and beautiful concept that has the power to identify, transform, and heal. This tool can be used for children as well as adults in various scenarios from daily behavioral issues to even deeper traumatic experiences.

Therapeutic Story: Whiskers Has A Tummy Ache 26.05.2024

A therapeutic story for children to help them cope with anxiety related pain and discomfort. If this story is useful, kindly share your feedback : storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com Thank you

From my book - Poetic Resonance: Heart of a Survivor 28.04.2024

A poem from my book 'Poetic Resonance' available on Amazon and www.rajansankaran.com

Fatty Fish Fountain - A Therapeutic Story 24.03.2024

Age - 6 years to 10 years A therapeutic story for children to make them aware of the problems of binge eating, fast food, the issues of obesity and promoting healthy eating habits. Out of Balance Behavior: Binge eating and greedily eating all junk food. Resolution: Eat Mindfully in moderation. Kindly note: To have the best impact of story medicine, please let the children listen to the story as it...

Episode 42 : Perceptions and Peace 20.12.2023

From deep listening to letting go. The wisdom of Thay ( Thich Nhat Hanh) with my own take on the subject.

Christmas Story 3 : The Christmas Humbugs 20.12.2023

Do you have true Christmas spirit within you? Then listen to this sweet story about the naughty humbugs.

Christmas Story 2 : A Christmas Spider's Miracle 17.12.2023

The love of two mothers for their children unfold through this delightful Ukrainian tale.

Christmas Story 1 : The Christmas Tree Ship 09.12.2023

Author Carol Crane weaved a fictional story based on true events of the doomed schooner -'Rouse Simmons' . It is a beautiful tale from Wisconsin and the great Lake Michigan.

Episode 38 : Books For Life 20.09.2023

What kind of books do you like to read?

Episode 37 : Being Present Through Differences 18.09.2023

A celebration of our individual differences and a call to compassion, empathy, and the power of your own presence for another.

Episode 36 : Impromptu Ruminations 17.09.2023

Hello! You lovely people out there! I'm back after a long, long time. The title seems like an antithesis, but that's exactly what it is. Write to me : storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com I would love to hear from you.

Episode 35 : A poem about ending an Estrangement 16.07.2023

How did you end an estrangement? Write to me storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com and check out www.shukritasankaran.com

Episode 34: From POETIC RESONANCE by Shukrita Sankaran 05.04.2023

Reading a poem from my latest book , POETIC RESONANCE. This book is avaliable on Amazon India and Bookleaf Publishing worldwide. Please write to me storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com for further details and collaborations. Log in to www.shukritasankaran.com for more. Thank you

Episode 33: Sia and the Stone 22.03.2023

A therapeutic story for children to bring to balance , what is out of balance. This story explores the theme of 'throwing' in young children and tries to sow the seed of a much more in balance behavior. Let your child soak in the story. Email me : storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com for your comments and suggestions. Thank you

Episode 32: World Storytelling Day 2023 -' Together We Can' 20.03.2023

This year the theme for WORLD STORYTELLING DAY is TOGETHER WE CAN. Let us explore this phrase and see where it takes us, to contribute something for the betterment of the planet from a change in perspective at an individual level.

Episode 31: The Shoes That Didn't Fit 10.02.2023

Isn't change the only constant in life? This therapeutic poem, helps bring home the idea of 'change' is the natural order of life. Do write in your comments to storyteller.shukrita@gmail.com

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