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Exploring Minimalism & Sustainability

Exploring Minimalism & Sustainability

A structured space for participants to gradually reflect on their values and motivations, assess current habits, explore practical strategies, and envision long-term changes in their lives.  

Starts 23rd March, 2025

4 Zoom sessions | Every Sunday at 12 PM IST | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Workshop

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Iraa & Ram

Rs. 2,500.00
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Goals of the group

To create a reflection space for individuals interested in minimalism and sustainability, helping them explore alternative lifestyle choices. Participants will learn from peers and the therapist, identify personal barriers, and explore strategies to align their lives more closely with minimalist and sustainable values

Who is it for?

This group is for individuals who are curious about or committed to minimalism and sustainable living. Participants may be looking to reduce consumption, simplify their lives, align more closely with environmental and ethical principles, or find support in making lifestyle shifts. It's for those who want to reflect deeply on these topics and explore actionable changes within a supportive, peer-led space.

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: Introduction to Minimalism & Sustainability

• Exploring Motivations: Why minimalism? Why sustainability? Unpacking personal motivations and cultural influences.
• Self-Assessment: Identifying areas of excess and potential for change (material possessions, lifestyle habits, consumption patterns).
• Defining Values: What values underlie a minimalist or sustainable lifestyle? Reflecting on personal values.
• Group Sharing: Initial reflections on individual journeys toward minimalism and sustainability.

Session 2: Consumerism and Conscious Living

• Cultural Narratives: Discuss the societal pressures around consumerism, status, and accumulation. How do these narratives shape us?
• Sustainability Practices: Exploring sustainable practices in daily life (recycling, zero waste, slow living).
• Financial Minimalism: Understanding financial decisions, spending habits, and how minimalism can reshape them.
• Shame and Guilt: Addressing emotions tied to overconsumption and environmental harm. Moving from guilt to empowerment.

Session 3: Implementing Change – Practical Steps

• Decluttering Mind and Space: Tools and techniques for simplifying physical spaces and mental clutter.
• Sustainable Living Practices: Transitioning to eco-friendly habits (conscious eating, energy use, slow fashion, etc.).
• Barriers to Change: Identifying and overcoming internal and external barriers to adopting a minimalist or sustainable lifestyle.
• Peer Sharing: Sharing personal experiences with trying new practices and overcoming challenges.

Session 4: Lifestyle Integration

• Integrating Values into Daily Life: Strategies for integrating minimalist and sustainable principles into everyday routines and decision-making.
• Challenges Ahead: Identifying potential challenges in maintaining a minimalist lifestyle and brainstorming solutions collectively.
• Feedback and Future Directions: Gathering feedback on the group experience and discussing potential follow-up meetings or ongoing community engagement.

Learn from us & from each other

  • I’ve gained practical tools and a clearer sense of purpose. This group opened my eyes to the impact of conscious living.

    Rohan S.

    Incredibly Supportive

  • The peer-led discussions were insightful. I felt supported while exploring minimalism and sustainability in my daily life.

    Meera T.

    Practical Insights

  • This group helped me reassess my lifestyle and make meaningful changes. I now live more intentionally and feel more aligned with my values.

    Priya K.

    Life-Changing Experience

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Meet your Facilitator

Iraa & Ram

Iraa Swasti
Iraa Swasti is a communications consultant and sustainability advocate. She created Climax, a sustainability-themed board game, and runs Break the Bubble, a weekly newsletter exploring India’s economy and sustainability. With a background in psychology, she has completed programs like the Basic Lab on Human Processes and TA 101. Iraa is passionate about addressing eco-anxiety and climate change through peer support groups. She has attended workshops on environmental psychology and the Mahabharata’s psychological insights. A former corporate professional, Iraa now spends her time composting, reading, dancing, and meditating.

Ram Chaitanya
Ram Chaitanya is the founder of Ecowiser, a platform promoting sustainable consumption. With a background in Transactional Analysis (TA) and mindfulness, he has facilitated Google’s Search Inside Yourself program and completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. Ram’s journey includes exploring regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, and conscious consumption. A former digital marketing strategist at Google and Danaher, he now dedicates his time to hiking, yoga, meditation, and cultural exploration.

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What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

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Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. and sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom.

While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

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1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

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You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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Online therapy groups or support groups are structured, therapist-led sessions where participants gather virtually to discuss and work on specific mental health or personal growth topics.

These groups offer a supportive environment and help members learn coping strategies and relevant techniques from the therapist. Participants offer each other encouragement, share advice, and provide emotional support, helping one another feel less isolated.

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Participants in online therapy groups often experience improved mental health, a greater sense of connection, and enhanced coping skills. Group therapy provides structured guidance from a therapist, which can lead to valuable insights and personal growth.

3. How does online group therapy compare to one-on-one therapy?

One-on-one therapy is personalized, focusing solely on your needs, which can be ideal for in-depth, private work with a therapist.

Online group therapy, however, offers a sense of community and shared experience. In addition to learning from the therapist, members get to connect with others facing similar challenges. Group settings provide diverse perspectives and reduce isolation, which participants find valuable.

4. Are online groups effective?

Yes, studies show that online groups can be as effective as in-person groups. The online format provides convenience and accessibility while offering the same structured therapeutic benefits, especially for those who prefer the comfort of their home environment.

5. Will I have to share my personal journey in the group?

Sharing is encouraged but never forced. Participants are free to share only what they feel comfortable with, and many find that opening up gradually is natural and helpful for their own growth.

6. How do online therapy groups or support groups handle difficult emotions that arise?

The therapist leading the group is trained to manage challenging emotions. They provide tools and strategies for coping, helping participants process feelings safely.

7. Can I attend online therapy groups if I’m already in individual therapy?

Yes, many people find that group therapy superbly complements individual therapy, providing additional insights and social support, thus accelerating their healing. Also, users often join group therapy for a topic that they are not focusing on in their individual therapy sessions. Often, therapists themselves recommend their clients to group therapy for a specific area of their life.

8. How do I know if a support group is right for me?

If you’re looking for shared experiences and emotional support rather than structured therapeutic guidance, a support group may be ideal. Otherwise, consider a therapy group for a more structured approach.

You can also join more than one group if you feel it will benefit you, especially if each group focuses on a different aspect of your mental health journey.