Expert-backed strategies for introverts and the socially anxious to navigate the sensory and social overload of Diwali, from noise management to setting boundaries at home

For millions, the vibrant energy of Diwali and the festive season —the sudden roar of fireworks, the dazzling blaze of lights, non-stop festive music, and the whirl of intense socialising—can feel less like a celebration and more like a sensory ambush. This high-octane environment, while a source of joy for extroverts, often triggers extreme anxiety, exhaustion, and burnout for introverts and the socially anxious. Your nervous system is genuinely being taxed, not by a lack of spirit, but by sheer overload.

This festive season don't just white-knuckle your way through the gatherings. Instead, mental health professionals

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