The true genesis of Azran Osman-Rani’s work at Naluri - Employee Health & Wellness stems from his family. It all started when Azran observed how the physical health of his ailing father was prioritised — but not the mental health. That’s when he knew he wanted to make a difference. That’s when he saw the opportunity to ensure mental health services were accessible to the masses. And when once I would have simply nodded in polite agreement, today, I better understand his observation. *** For the last month, together with my siblings, I’ve had to manage my elderly mom who is having her first brush with bouts of anxiety. It all stemmed from the feelings she had from having to sit through the pain of glaucoma and the Gaussian blur of cataracts. She kept wondering why she was feeling not quite like her usual self. It was tough. Medication helped for sure, but how do I explain that mental health recovery is not linear to someone who only understands medicine as an immediate means to an end? I considered therapy, too, because she always feels better, more uplifted and spirited after speaking to her children or meeting her friend. But how do I explain the language of therapy to an elderly woman who eschews feeling sad — who sees sadness as a feeling that can be medicate away? *** It’s why I think any sort of work, progress, or efforts pertaining to mental health must be supported, roundly encouraged, and funded. Today, Azran is doing such great work with Naluri, normalising the various facets of mental health, ensuring the conversation keeps on going, and insisting on access as a given, not a privilege. It’s for this reason that Azran Osman-Rani is one of The Peak Singapore Power List recipient for the month of August, available both online and in print. Stay tuned as I share the remaining awardees for the class of 2024 and, come end July, a ✨grand✨reveal of the theme this year that ties all our profiles together.
Nicholas Yeap
1mo
Yeah mental health is not to be taken lightly. I once attended a gen Z and Alpha conference and the generations shared how much mental health is important to them and also depression is a base to start with. This remarks still make me wonder how are we dealing with the generation emotions and ability to cope with the world changes. Thanks for sharing your story Zat Astha
Andrea Zsapka
1mo
Would love to connect Zat Astha 💃💃
Lavania Rosie
1mo
I remember our conversation about mental health and am so glad you are profiling someone who strives to bring mental health wellness to the forefront ☺️
How awesome Azran Osman-Rani ‘s work is! Indeed, such efforts need to be broadcasted more so people recognise that mental health can be talked about and not shoved into the cupboard. Thanks Zat Astha for shining the light on this!
Azran!! Great to see you
Saloni Sethia
1mo
A heartfelt story highlighting the critical importance of mental health. Truly inspiring work by Azran Osman-Rani.
Venture Founder, Speaker, Author.Helping our clients build a mentally resilient, physically healthy and high performing organisation
1moThank you for sharing your personal story too, Zat Astha. I had so much fun doing this The Peak Singapore photoshoot and interview.