About
Jyoti makes sense of this world through stories. She tries to understand people through the narratives that they weave for others ,self and the world .She believes that growth and transformation are essential to well-being and that it is the purpose for which we have been created . She is a renowned Storyteller with powers to heal and rejuvenate.
With a career spanning over three decades, she has helped a significant number of individuals rewrite their life stories and embark on journeys of healing and self-discovery.
As a distinguished Psychologist ,Transformational Coach and acclaimed storyteller, she has transformed the therapeutic landscape by integrating narrative techniques into her practice. She has been awarded as one of the fifty most innovative Storytellers in India, at the world Storytelling Congress. She stands at a fascinating crossroads where psychology meets storytelling.
Having been married to an Army officer, she has contributed immensely in the welfare of the families impacting more than 30000 of them including Children .
She has curated Mental Health Fests for Army, “Man Tarang” and “Sunheri Dhoop” (Central Command ), incorporating Storytelling and Arts activities ,which were highly appreciated. She works with individuals and groups and is also known for her innovative workshops and retreats,especially for women . These immersive experiences are designed to disrupt habitual patterns and foster deep, sustainable transformation. Participants often describe these events as life-changing, thanks to her ability to create an environment of trust, openness, and growth.
She continues on her journey of learning and growing through training teachers ,Corporates ,Army officers and women through her space “Soul Katha”.
ANTARANG - Crime Thrillers set in Bhopal: Vinita Dhondiyal Bhatnagar & Dr Pradeep Kapoor in conversation with Jyoti Pande + Solve the Mystery (Presented by Bhopal Smart City Development Corporation)
RANGDARSHINI - Poetry for the Soul: Sukrita Paul Kumar in conversation with Dr Rima Hooja
VAGARTH - Contemporary Color Theory and Design: Manushree Mishra in conversation with Sunil Shukla
ANTARANG - The Lure of Old Tunes: Shikha Biswas Vohra in conversation with Jyoti Agarwal
RANGDARSHINI - Rock Art of Ladakh: Ahtushi Deshpande in conversation with Pallavi Govil
VAGARTH - The Art and Craft of Travel Writing: Ranjan Pal in conversation with Jyoti Pande
ANTARANG - Bhishma Pitamah on the Bed of Arrows: Kush Bhargava in conversation with Dr Meenakshi Pawha
RANGDARSHINI -Art and Craft of Healing Stories: Jyoti Pande in conversation with Yogita Bansal Ahuja
VAGARTH - Women Diplomats and their Multiple Challenges: Ruchi Ghanashyam and Deepa Gopalan Wadhwa in conversation with Ambreen Khan