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About Himadri

The story behind Still Becoming.

Not a CV. A conversation about why this space exists, and why these stories matter.

Himadri Sekhar De outdoors in the mountains

A simple introduction

Hello. I’m Himadri.

I’m a psychology practitioner, therapist, writer, facilitator, and lifelong student of human behaviour. For more than two decades, I have worked with young people, parents, educators, and communities across India, listening to their stories and helping them navigate some of life’s most difficult questions.

But this space is not really about my professional titles. It is about conversations, the stories we carry, and the search for meaning, resilience, connection, and hope.

“For most of my life, I have listened to people’s stories. What I have learned is that beneath our different lives, many of us are searching for the same things: connection, meaning, hope, and the courage to keep going.”

Why Still Becoming exists

Information everywhere. Meaningful conversation, not enough.

A few years ago, I began noticing something. Many people were surrounded by information but starved of meaningful conversation. We were communicating constantly, yet often felt unheard. Connected to hundreds of people, yet lonely. Busy, yet disconnected from ourselves.

Still Becoming emerged from a simple desire: to create a space where people could pause, reflect, and explore the questions that matter. Not to provide easy answers, but to encourage deeper reflection.

The work I do

Four ways the conversations continue.

Therapy, youth wellbeing, writing, and group experiences are different doors into the same human questions.

Psychology & Therapy

Supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges.

Youth Wellbeing

Helping young people build resilience, emotional strength, and self-awareness.

Writing & Storytelling

Exploring human experiences through books, articles, and fiction.

Group Experiences

Creating spaces such as Brewed Fridays and North of Noise where people can connect, reflect, and grow.

What I believe

Hope is something we build.

I believe people are often carrying far more than we can see.

I believe meaningful conversations can change lives.

I believe resilience can be learned.

I believe vulnerability is a strength.

I believe stories help us understand ourselves and each other.

I believe we do not need to have everything figured out to move forward.

A few things about me

When I am not working, you will usually find me...

Walking with my dogs
Reading
Writing
Exploring mountain towns
Drinking coffee
Listening to people’s stories

Credentials & experience

Trust, lower down the page.

Let’s stay connected.

Whether you discovered Still Becoming through a podcast episode, a book, a conversation, or simply by chance, I’m glad you’re here. I hope you find something in this space that helps you pause, reflect, and feel a little less alone in whatever journey you are currently navigating.

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