My Approach
Storytelling is at the heart of my work. Through stories, questions, conversations and activities, I encourage children to think beyond what is told, explore different perspectives, and discover ideas and possibilities for themselves. I believe every child’s questions and experiences deserve space, without judgement or assumptions about what should matter to them.
Stories That Invite Curiosity: Encourage children to notice, wonder, and ask questions.
Conversations That Open Up Ideas: Make room for children’s thoughts, observations, and different viewpoints.
Participation Without Pressure: Let children engage at their own comfort level, whether by listening, asking questions, or sharing their thoughts.
Caring Heart Series
A collection of children’s books that opens conversations about emotions, grief, and the changes we encounter in life. Through stories, questions, and the experiences of fictional characters, the series creates space for children to consider different perspectives and make sense of the questions that matter to them.
The series currently includes When a Friend Has Big Feelings and When a Word Gets Twisty. The third and final book is planned for 2027.
“Functioning well externally does not always mean we have learned to process emotions in healthy ways.”
-Sujala
My Journey
Before finding my way into storytelling and emotional literacy, I built a career in technology and product management, where communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving shaped my professional life.
My journey later took me from Bangalore, India, to France. Pursuing my Master’s degree while raising a child and adapting to a new culture brought its own challenges and changes, reshaping how I understood myself and the world around me.
But a deeper part of my journey began much earlier. I lost my mother when I was eleven. Growing up with that loss made me aware of how childhood experiences, grief, and the things left unspoken can shape us long after the moment has passed.
Over time, my personal experiences and professional background came together in my work today. As an author, storyteller, and emotional literacy facilitator, I use stories and conversations to help children explore their questions and understand their feelings as they grow. I want children to know that their experiences matter, that there is no right or wrong way to feel, and that they can be curious about even the things that are difficult to understand.