How can we bridge the mental health gap? | Devashis Jena | TEDxKLH Bachupally

Our relationship with money is shaped by more than just income, it is influenced by psychology, social media, marketing, and everyday spending habits. This talk explores the hidden forces behind our purchasing decisions, from ₹99 pricing and irresistible offers to instant gratification and social influence. It challenges us to distinguish between needs and wants, build financial discipline, and make more conscious decisions about saving and investing. Ultimately, it asks a simple question: Are we spending our money, or are we being persuaded to spend it? "Devashis Jena is an entrepreneur, changemaker, and public speaker working at the intersection of mental health, social impact, entrepreneurship, and storytelling.

He is the Founder & CEO of Project C Foundation, an international mental health organisation that he built from Hyderabad and has expanded across eight countries. Through Project C, he has worked to build accessible mental health initiatives and partnerships, creating a broader ecosystem around emotional well-being and support.

Devashis is also the Founder of In Conversation With Dev (ICWD), a storytelling platform that brings together founders, business leaders, athletes, creators, artists, and changemakers to explore the people and stories behind their achievements.

As an entrepreneur, Devashis has worked across strategic partnerships, community building, business growth, brand strategy, and organisational development, building collaborations and communities that connect people, ideas, and opportunities. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx