our team
who's on our team?
From the Gateway of India to the Burj Khalifa, we want to redefine people's perception of psychology. Learn more about our female-led team that strives to bring you the best from the world of psychology.
Hi! I am Vasudha Iyengar
I am the Co-founder, Head of Design and Writer
Psych Roots
I stumbled upon psychology in high school and was astounded by how complex the human mind is, as I kept learning, my passion grew. Eleven years later, I am still fascinated by how our surroundings and the people in them affect our behaviour and how we influence them. The takeaway from my experience is no matter how complicated the world may seem, we can always find the reason for our actions. Damn, how cool would it be if someone could articulate that into a blog (wink wink).
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Deep cuts about me
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What does my name mean: Vasudha is "Earth" in Sanskrit
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Comfort food: Rasam Rice with Potatoes (yum)
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Dream holiday destination: A solo trip to Rome and the Vatican
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Favourite Quote: Currently it is "What we do now echoes in eternity"- Marcus Aurelius
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Favourite TV character: It is a tie between Sherlock, Michael Scott and Chandler Bing
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Advice to your 13-year-old self: Remember to follow your heart no matter what happens.
Hi! I am Maragatha Vadivu
I am the Co-founder, Head of Marketing and Writer
Psych Roots
I chose to study Psychology to understand all there is to the unending abyss that is the human Psyche. And by the time I was done with my Masters, I realized I had barely scratched the surface. Yet not much has changed in that I am still the same wide-eyed kid from 9 years ago, continuing to be fascinated by the discipline. I love observing the never-ending presence of psychology in my daily life as well as in this chaotic world we call home and having my 'Eureka' moments.
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Deep cuts about me
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What does my name mean: Maragatha is Emerald in Tamil
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Comfort food: Sambar and Aviyal
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Dream holiday destination: Anywhere I can go to see the northern lights
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Favourite Quote: "Normal is an illusion. What is normal for the spider is chaos for the fly"- Morticia Addams
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Your favourite TV character: Jim Moriarty
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Advice to your 13-year-old self: Do not get overwhelmed when things get too much. Just step back, take a moment to yourself and reset.