Telly Divas And Their Stress Busters!!

Telly Divas And Their Stress Busters!!

Telly actor Sanjit Bedi's untimely death following a stress-related disease has brought the erratic and stressful lives of TV stars back in focus. A few telly divas talk about coping with the pressures of a demanding job...

Kamya Punjabi

I am too passionate about my work. It keeps me alive and motivated. One has to deal with stress when there is no work.

Rashami Desai

TV is a demanding industry. When we chose this profession, we knew what it involves. No profession is free of stress or worries. We need to know how to manage our lives. I practice yoga when I get time. Keeping yourself sane is also necessary in a glamour-driven world. I carry food to the set from home. That is the secret to good health. I also believe in the power of positive thinking.

Ridhi Dogra

Stress is part and parcel of any career, but TV industry surely has erratic schedules. It does affect one's health, but one needs to take extra care as shooting atmosphere and location varies and it's a deadline-driven scenario. You have to take charge of your food habits and lifestyle. One needs to keep oneself motivated and a support system is needed. My husband, Raqesh, belongs to the same industry and we have a positive approach towards career.

Kavita Kaushik

For me, my health and free time is of utmost importance. I work to live and travel. Even while doing FIR, I would shoot only 15 days a month and devoted the remaining 15 days to myself, my family, friends and travel. I don't let work stress eat into my beautiful life.

Sukirti Khandpal

I worked with Sanjit Bedi in my first ever show and was shocked by the news of his demise. Of course, odd working hours take a toll, but I wont blame our work completely. Incidents such as this are an eye-opener and we must take care of our health.

Sneha Wagh

TV industry has always had erratic hours of shooting. Story lines change and twists and turns happen overnight and there is no bank of episodes in case of daily soaps. I am always careful about what I eat. A good family atmosphere is essential too. Acting is just a profession for me; at home, I live life on my own terms.

Aastha Chaudhary

More than actors, the production and channel officials should give this (erratic schedules and stress) a thought. I rely on yoga and meditation to battle stress and for good health. Don't consider yourself a superhero and that you can deal with problems alone. Discussing it with a family member or a friend greatly helps reduce stress levels.