You must’ve browsed for a “Handwriting quiz” on Google out of boredom. Well, I surely have! Though, have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scene?
Meet Aastha Kalra, a graphologist, therapist and counsellor by profession. She carries the knack to unearth their overall behaviour and personality by just a glance at one’s handwriting.
Being a mother, Aastha was determined to not ruin the special years of her children’s lives and therefore, kicked off to a start with a ‘work from home’ job. What began as a hobby soon turned into a career! All the struggles she went through finally paid off owing to her passion and interest in handwriting analysis.
At present, Aastha has guided more than 400 people and is a Co-founder of “Business Mates“, an all-women networking group. She aims is to have her own Healing Centre and help people train their minds to become better at doing what they love. To know more, make sure to dig deeper into this discussion, exclusively at Storiyaan!
Aastha Kalra: Epitomizing Scribbles
Interview
Questions and answers
Tell us about the most alluring factor about graphology?
The most alluring factor about graphology is that I can read minds!
As a counsellor, do you believe in keeping an objective eye on your patients or do you render a personal touch in your therapy? Why?
I am completely unbiased while reading the handwriting for the first time, it won’t do justice either if I involve my emotions. Later on, while giving therapy, I am empathetic and compassionate as that’s what a troubled person, needs. Moreover, I had a fair share of struggles, I exactly know where the shoe pinches.
As a therapist, have you ever felt personally affected by the issues a client must be going through? If yes, how did you deal with it?
Yes, because I’m with my clients very often and believe in energies but I try to take a few measures to avoid it. But even if the negative energies take a toll on me, I practice my therapies to get back on my feet and remedies given by my healer friend, Priyanka Vashishth.
Being a full-time mom, do you believe that your counselling abilities enable you to empathise with your children better?
Absolutely yes, and not only counselling skills help but I can easily read what they think through their handwriting and nip the issue in the bud. My science gives me a better understanding of one’s character and the issues they are facing. So, I don’t have to beat around the bush. I get straight to work on the issue and try to find a solution.
In some of your recent posts, you talked about the deadly effects of procrastination. Can you share with us some tips to avoid this vice in our daily life?
It’s very important to have small goals in life, not big ones initially. One should avoid perfectionism as perfection can hinder the flow. There’s a tip, one should make sure their ‘t’ bars and ‘i’ dots are precise in the center. If one practices this for 21 days, they will start feeling better
When you initially decided to turn your passion into a career, what were some of the major roadblocks that you had to encounter? How did you overcome them?
Yes, there were roadblocks, especially because I’m a mother and a woman in general. I was afraid of failing but I believed that I would not let that affect my capability. Working from home solved my problem of not being with my kids so, the pandemic acted like a blessing in disguise. I have that right balance which I need in my life, my kids are happy and so am I!
Having guided more than 400 people now through your science of Handwriting, can you tell us about some of the most memorable clientele experiences that left a mark on you?
I feel every experience has an impact, seeing there is so much pain in the world. I am a very compassionate person and I can feel everyone’s pain and it would be wrong if I chose one person. But I feel so happy and blessed when I help someone change their life. I’m very grateful for all the feedback.
Can you tell us about some tricks and tips through which a rookie can begin his/her journey into the art of graphology?
All I can say is follow me on Instagram and YouTube. Implement the tips and tricks and if you like the science, go for it! Learn it as a skill or make a career in it.
What are some of the things that people can expect from you if they seek to have a session with you ?
People can expect from me results as I am a result oriented person, ( I am confident enough to say my therapies work, all thanks to my mentors and my mothers prayers and blessings) I don’t give up easily, I make sure that your money and my time and efforts doesn’t go waste and I expect 100% honesty and consistent efforts from my clients if they are serious enough to change their life, I am 110% available, if you are looking for making excuses then don’t waste your time and money on my science.
As an entrepreneur successful in her field, what would be your advice to those trying to start their new venture?
Set your clear goals , confusion kills it. Try not to be a Multi Tasker focus on one thing and be consistent, it takes time to get successful but you will reach there.
Quick 5
1. One piece of advice for those dealing with anxiety: accept your feelings, breath in breath out!
2. One book you always revert to when you seek guidance: Ikigai – it’s the art of doing something and doing it with supreme focus and joy!
3. One of the biggest problems that Gen Z suffers from: I’ll be brutally honest, being emotionally blackmailed by parents.
4. One piece of advice for those who avoid therapy: Take action or keep sulking.
5. A person you look up to: My husband. I’m grateful to have a person like him in my life.