We're in 2022, yet it's unfortunate that talking about mental health is still such a stigma in our society and culture. That's exactly why it's so important to push for change in the arena. So every voice and every change maker matters. Every person working to change this is significant. Which is what Raj Dagwar, a 24-year-old from Pune is doing at the moment. Raj Dagwar offers people a kind, listening ear and pays them ₹10 as an incentive to step forward and talk about their life story. Though, at a glance, this may seem like a temporary relief for some, Dagwar's initiative to make people feel heard is slowly making a change. One of the most inspiring parts of his story is that he fought depression in 2019 and as a result, he sought therapy for himself. After this, he decided to fight the stigma. He began standing on Fergusson College Road, Pune, holding a placard with the message 'Tell me your story & I'll give you ₹10, his goal was to help people release their pent up negative emotions and thoughts. What a noble initiative! In addition to this, he goes for workshops and sessions to various local bodies and organisations, records podcasts with them and uploads videos on his social media to reach as many people as possible. “Like-minded people reached out to me and I formed the Listeners Army in December 2021. Corporate trainers come and train the volunteers and we interview them before enrolling them. On an average, at least ten volunteers are active in a city and receive more than 200 people,” he explains. . . #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #anxiety #love #mentalhealthmatters #depression #motivation #health #wellness #mindfulness #healing #fitness #life #loveyourself #therapy #inspiration #happiness #mindset #positivity #positivevibes #quotes #meditation #psychology #wellbeing #docsneakers #humansofdoc