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Happy Retirement!! A sweet ending to a new beginning… Some memories to take with you in this new journey!!

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A snippet from the long list of lives you have    touched..

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Your  words during  our  MPhil  farewell  still  rings  in  my  ears-  that   NIMHANS  is  a  journey  of  self  discovery. The  way  you  teach-   mixing  humour   with  learning,  will  always  be  cherished.  I  remember  how  we would   all  laugh  during  those  classes,  and  never  forgetting  the  metaphors  you   would  use.  Even  now  as  I  introduce  mindfulness  to  clients,  I   am  reminded  of  the  lessons  I  learnt  in  BT.  The  few  of  us  who  have  been  in   BT  through  our  PhD  posting  as well, have  got  to  interact  more  with  you   and  marvelled   at  how you  would  always  be a  favorite  among   the  participants  during   workshops! Thank  you  Sir  for  the  laughs  and  the  lessons.  As  you  move  onto   another  phase  of  life,  I  wish  you  and  your  family  peace, happiness   and  health.  Warm  regards,    Radhika   K.

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Dear   Sir, Congratulations  on  your  successful   career  and  the  new   beginning! All  the  very  best  wishes  for  your   future  endeavors,  health   and happiness! Your  humility  and  guidance   has touched  me in  many  ways.  Take  good   care! R e g a r d s ,   Preeti

Dear   Sir, The  biggest  lessons   don’t come  from  books  but  from  a   teacher  like  you.  Thank  you   so  much  for  your kindness,   wisdom,  and  positivity.   Your  tall  presence,  the  small  smile   and  the  examples  you   give  will  forever  be  etched  in  our   lives !  Praying  for  the  best  for   you. With  lots  of  love  and  best   wishes Dr.  Athulya   Jayakumar .

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Dear   Dr.Sharma , It  has  been  so  enriching  to  be   your  student  and  learn   from you.  I  will  never  forget  how you   make  OCD  patients   understand the  concept  so  light  heartedly.  I   still  keep  your  image  in   mind while  explaining  to  my  patients,   like  they  say,  a   teacher’s influence  never  stops  to  exist.   Thankyou   so  much  Sir  for  being   an   inspiration. Regards, Anisha   Khanna

Dear Sir, Thank  you  for  keeping  your  door always   open  for  all  of   us. Thank  you  for  providing  us  the   space   where    we  could  keep  our  hesitations  aside  to  ask   what  seems  like  an  extremely   easy question. Thank  you  for  giving  us  the  room  to   accept  our  shortcomings  and   mistakes   and    learn  from   them. Thank  you  for  believing in  us  and  helping  us   grow  in  our  own   ways. I  wish  you  all  the  fun  and  peace  for  this   new  phase  in your   life. Best   regards -Apoorva   Malik

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"Most  respected  and beloved  Dr.  Mahendra   P   Sharma   Sir, I have   a  long  association  with  you.  During  my  first  posting  in  adult  psychiatry  during   M  Phil,  I  experienced  stress  due  to  personal reasons.  I  discussed  it  with  the  adult   unit  consultant about  it  and  she  told  me  to  meet  Dr.  MPS  in  the  old   Behavioral  Medicine  Unit  building.  I  was  relieved  so  much  from  the  baggage  I  was  carrying  after  meeting  you.  Your  teaching  was  focused  on  acceptance  and  change.  It  has  an  immense  impact  on  my  psyche  and  I  have  been  utilizing   it .  You  have  been  a  wonderful  teacher  who  has  been  teaching  with  ease  and  humor.  The   very  cocktail  has  been your  trademark  either  in  departmental  classes  or  CBT   unit  teaching  programs.  I  completed  my  Ph.D.  and  M  Phil  dissertation  under  your   guidance. It  was  a  great  learning  experience  for  me  .  Your  positive  outlook  toward  life,   helpful  attitude,  humanistic  virtues,  fascination  toward  mindfulness  and   CBT ,  culminated  in  you  as a  very  effective  psychotherapist.  You  have  touched  many  lives   as a  clinician  and  brought  a  desirable  change  to   them. I  am  one  of  those  who  are  privileged  to  know  Dr.  MPS  as  an   academician ,  administrator ,  and  as person.  Your  philosophy  toward  life,  truthfulness,  high  personal   integrity  have  been  fascinating  and  instills  hope  &  assurance  to  many  like   me. As  you  are  superannuating,  I  pray  to  the  almighty  for  your  good  health  and  personal   fulfillments.  We  will  miss  you  so  much  and will  remain  in  touch  for  your   supervision and    wise    advice." -  Dr   Ajay    Kumar

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Dear   Sir, I  had  an  opportunity  to  work  with  you  as a  student  and   a  colleague.  I  always  appreciated  your   openness  to  discuss  things,  your  timely  humor  which  made  learning   and  teaching  enjoyable,  and your   willingness  to  be  available  to  your  students  and  colleagues.  Thank  you  for  being  a  wonderful  human   being! We  will  miss  you  in  the   unit !  I wish   you  a  happy  and  peaceful  retirement   life. -   Manjula

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If  there  is  one  word  that  I  could  describe  Sharma  sir,  then  it  would    be  -A  LAKE...  Like  the  calm  surface  is  his  unbeatable  composure,  as   the  great  depths,  is  his  unbound  knowledge and  passion  for  behavioral   science.  As  a  student  at  NIMHANS,  I  have  thoroughly  enjoyed  Sharma   sir's  inputs  during  the  case  conferences  and  topic  discussions  at   the b ehavioral  medicine  unit.  His  humor  cracks  up  the  class  with  a  lot  of   laughter.  A  decade  has  gone  by,  yet  even  today  what  lingers  in  my   memory  is  the  classic  example  of  how  Sharma  sir  describes  obsessions  as  subtitles  that  run  below  on  news channels.  How  he  breaks   a complex  concept  into  something  relatable  with  an  everyday  life   example  for  the  patients  is  one  of  the  most   valuable  takeaways  from   Sir. You  will  be  dearly  missed Sir  by  all!  Wishing  you  the  best  of  days  ahead  with  good  health  and  your  everlasting  high  spirits   :)" kind  regards  R.selvi   kumari

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Dear   Sir, It  is  with  mixed  feelings  that  I  write  this  message.  I  began  my  student   years  at  NIMHANS,  with  you  as  my  teacher,  and  the  journey  continued  with   being  your  colleague  at  the  Unit.  You  have  been  generous  in  sharing   your  knowledge  as  a  teacher  and  colleague.  Your  support  and  trust  in me  has   helped  me  grow  and  gain  confidence.  Your  contributions  to  the   clinical  services  and  activities  of  the unit  will  always  be  remembered,  particularly   your  w ork  on  mindfulness,  which  has  made  a  tremendous  change  in  our  work   with   clients .  I  am  grateful  to  you  for  your  guidance  in  all  matters,  be   it  administrative ,  academic  or  clinical  services.  Thank  you  for  always being  so   approachable.  Your  sense  of  humor,  patience,  openness  to  new   ideas  ensured  that  learning  was   enjoyable !  On  the  occasion  of  your  superannuation  I  wish  you  all  the  good  health,   peace   and   happiness  and  lots  of  good  times with  your  family  and  loved  ones. I am sure  you  will   continue  to  actively  contribute  to  the   field! With warm  wishes,    Paulomi

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To  My  Respected  Teacher   Dr.  M  P  Sharma Sir,  I  came  in  contact  with  you  during  my  MPhil  course  (2002-04). Other  than the  regular  MPhill    classes  and  test  pass  out  my  one-to-one  interaction  with  you  happened   while  working  in  your supervision   for  my   MPhil   dissertation  and   case   discussions   during   my   posting.  Like   many   other  peers  (psychology  students),  I  used  to  think  of  myself  as  a  great  psychologist  not  really  in need   of  learning  from  a  consultant.  During  my  BT  posting,  I  found  the  case  discussions  with   your  inputs  very  meaningful.  Few  of  the  cases  that  I  still  remember  you  had  advised  me  to  do   normalization  of  experience  and  others  for  biofeedback,  and  conditioning.  I  had my   first  exposure  to  Sir’s  anger  when  I  just  arrived  after  vacation  and  it  was  just  before  2  days  for   my  protocol  presentation  and  I  had  literally  no  idea  about  the  seriousness  of  efforts  required   for  the  protocol.  At  that  time,  I  could  not  appreciate  and  understand  why  he  was  so   angry .  However ,  as  the  time  for  protocol  presentation  approached  my  nervousness and  stress  level  also   increased.  At  that  point,  in  time,  I  was  amazed  to  find  that  even  though  Sir  was  very  angry  at   my  irresponsible  academic  behavior  he  manifested  his  softness  and  sweetness  in  the  fact   that  he  had  himself  prepared  a  protocol  for  me  and  gave  it  to  me  for  presentation.  Even  his  anger   worked  as  a  behavioral  medicine  for  me.  It  was  purely because  of  your  positive  attitude  and   sensitivity  towards  me  that  I  could  complete  my  degree.  You  are  like  a  saint.  And  since  then  I   have  been  in  regular  association  with  you.

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Even  after  completing  my  degree  when  I  desperately   needed  a  job  it  was  because  of  your  positive  feedback  (suggestion)  that  I  got  my   first teaching   job  at  Christ  college  way  back  in  2005.  I  also  kept  your  respect  and  trust  in  me.  Gave   my  best  efforts  so  that  management  at  Christ  was  happy  with  my  teaching.  On  a  personal  level,   I  have  found  each  interaction  with  you  filled  with  positivity,  supportiveness,  trust,  and  comfort.   Thank  you  for  placing  your  trust  and  faith  in  me.  I  feel  blessed  to  be  your  student.  I  am sure   with  your  positivity  you  will be  welcomed  and  settle  well  in  the  new  place.  I  wish  you  and   your  family  a  healthy,  active,  and  happy  retired  life.  I  wish  you  to  be blessed  with  grandchildren  and   have  a  great  time  at  your  native   place. With  best  wishes   Ajay   Goyal

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You  have  taught  us much  beyond  what   books  could,  complete  with  real   life  example  of  witty  dialogues  that  have   tided  over  many  trainees  with  their   therapy  sessions.  Thanking  for   taking  time  to  always  listen  to  me  and  giving   me  valuable  lessons  that  helped   me  grow  as  a  therapist,  as  a  teacher  and  as  an  individual.  I  hope  the  coming  days   are filled  with  newer  adventures,   whether  it  is  gardening  or   kitchen  experiments .  Congratulations   on   your    retirement  and  warmest   wishes. Dr.  Soanl   Mathur

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My  first  encounter  with  Dr  Sharma  was  as  a  first  year  MPhil  student  in  2011.   On  a  busy day,  I   had   gone   to  return  the  lecture  hall   keys   at  9am   in   the  department  and   was   mortified    to  know  that  Dr.  Sharma’s  class  had  been  scheduled  at  8am  that  morning  in  the  lecture  hall,  and  both  sets   of  keys  had  not  been  available.  Upon  finding  out about  the  class,  before  heading  to  the   OPD,  I  had  rushed  to  meet  Dr  Sharma  and  profusely  apologised   to  him.  His  graciousness  in  handling  me  and   letting  me  know  it  wasn't  as  catastrophic  as  I  had  feared  put  me  at  ease  immediately.   It  meant  a   lot  to  me  as   a    student. My  next  encounter  with  him  was  in  the  second  year  of  MPhil.  He  was  the  patriarch  of   the  Behavioural   Medicine  Unit  (BT).  Dr.  Sharma  used  to  regale  us  with  thoughtful  stories,  metaphors,   and  verses  sprinkled  with  lots  of  humour   in  between  discussions  and  lessons.  He  would  always  be  in   a  good mood.  The  only  thing  which  would  irk  him  used  to  be  when  students  would  not  read  up   and  come  for  the  academic  programs  in  the  unit,  even  then  he  would  gently  chide  repeat  offenders,   encouraging  them  to  read.  BT  postings  under  Dr.  Sharma,  Dr.  Paulomi,  and  Dr.  Manjula   were  one  the  favourite   postings  that  us  students  used  to  look  forward  to  during  our  MPhil  days.  There  used  to   be a  lot  of  work  but  never  a  dearth  of  smiles  and  camaraderie.  We  also  used  to  enjoy  our   outings  to  eat  food  and  celebrations  within  the   unit .

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Next,  as  a  PhD  scholar,  I  will  never  forget  Dr.  Sharma's  benevolence  as  the  Head  of   the  Department  in  guiding  me  when  I  joined  the  PhD  program  and  how  he  was  very  helpful  for  me  to   administratively  transition  from  project funding  to  ICMR  fellowship  without  any  hassle.  I  also   witnessed  his  concern  for  Clinical  Psychologists  in  India  when  he  lead a  group  of  students   and faculty  from  the  department  and  passionately  took  up  the  case  for  pay  scale  upgrade  with  the   Pay  Commission panel  when  they  had  visited   Bangalore. I  am  grateful  to  have  studied  under  him  and  will  always  remember  the  leadership,  grace,  and  kindness   he   has   embodied. Many  congratulations  to  Dr.  Sharma  on his  superannuation.  Will  cherish  the  lessons  and  memories,  sir.  Best  wishes  for  the  new  chapter   ahead. Warm  regards    Vaisnvy   Kapur

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Dear   Sir, With  your  constant  presence, y ou  have  encouraged  my   efforts When  I  felt  low  and  defeated,   Comforted  when  I  felt   sad ,  Some  lessons  were  a  challenge,  with  its  highs  and  lows.   You  taught  me  to  cope,  with  your  patience  and  your   words,  As  you  made  me  do  my  best,  So   that  I could   learn  and   grow .  You  taught,  not  just  what  had  to  be  taught but  also  what  you  thought   we  needed  to   learn .  I  now  look  back  on  our  journey  together  with  a  lot  of   nostalgia. Thank  you  very  very   much  sir,  for  all  you've  said  and  done  and  supported   me  throughout  these   years. I  will  remember  you  with  the  fondest  of  affection.  Wishing  you  much  joy,   happiness,  health,  contentment  and  satisfaction  as  you  begin  a   new chapter  in  your  life .   Farewell   sir! Kind   regards, Dr.   Manpreet   Kaur

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It's  a   matter of  pride  and  pleasure   to  have   the   opportunity   to   be  mentored  by  you.  You  have  been kind,  practical,  straightforward  and  wise   in  your  approach.  Your  passion  for  clinical  work  and  your  contributions  to   the  field  of  clinical  psychology  are  noteworthy.  You  are  a  beacon   of  knowledge ,  strength  and   goodwill. Thank you  for  your  service  and  imparting  your  knowledge and  skills.  You  will   always  be  remembered  for  how  special  you  are.  I  am  so  grateful  for  your   time  and  feedback  for  my  past  and  ongoing  research  and  clinical  work.  I   remember  your  words  very  clearly,  which  you  said  during  our  first   meeting, "I  am  at  a  stage  where  I  want  my  students  to  take forward  my   legacy". We  would  try  our  best  to  follow  in  your  footsteps  and  take  the  work   forward.  Your  clear,  authentic  and  forthright  thinking  have  made  things   easier.  Thinking  'for  and  about  the student'  before  your  own  career  and   time  makes  you  an  exceptional  Teacher.  Thankyou     Happy  New   Phase !   Amanpreet   Kaur

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Dear  Dr.   Sharma, For  many  years  you  have  dedicated  yourself  to  teaching,  guiding,   mentoring  and  being  an  inspiration  to  all  your  students.  Sir  now   its  time  to  sit  back  and  relax,  and  watch  those  seeds  that  you  have   planted,  grow.  May  you  find  peace  and  joy  in  remembering  your  past   successes,  the  relationships  that  you  have  built with  your   colleagues  and  students,  and  the  countless  lives  that  you  have  touched  while   working  as  a  consultant  at  the  Behaviour  Medicine  Unit .   May  you   find  happiness  in  pursuing  new hobbies,  hopes  and  plans  for   the future.  I  wish  you  all  the  very  best  Sir  and  Happy  Retirement   Sir! Best   Regards Poornima   C

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Dear  Dr.   Sharma, Many   congratulations   on   your superannuation  and  thank  you  for   your  outstanding  service   and contribution   to  the   field   of Clinical  Psychology.  Good  luck  with   your  second  innings  and  I wish   you   happiness, peace  and  well-deserved   rest  in  the  years   ahead.   Anisha   Abraham        M.Phil. -  2009  –   2011 Ph.D.-  2011-   2014

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Dear   Sir, I  am  so  glad  that  I  got  a  chance  to  meet  you  and  learn  from  you   during  my  fellowship.  You  are  a  perfect  blend  of  humility,  sincerity,   and  a  sense  of  humor  which  is  not  only  required  for  the  profession   but  also  in  our  everyday  life.  The  way  you  put  others  at  ease  is  a   rare  trait  to  be  found.  The  positivity  reflected  in  your   behavior shows  all  the  experience  you  have  gathered  from  this  life   and  profession .  You  have  made  a  significant  contribution  to  the  field   and  I  am  so  grateful  for  all  the  learning  I  got  from  you  during   these   months. Take  good  care  of   yourself. Thank   you Varsha   Kriplani

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Dear Sir,   I thank you in a heartfelt manner for taking out your time to listen, educate, share, encourage, guide, and support me and so many students through this memorable journey of 30 plus years of teaching.  You made a real difference in the lives of the students you taught and the patients you treated.  Thanks for being so generous in your approach. Wish you many Congratulations and many warm wishes for a happy retirement.   Warm Wishes Nitin

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When  I  think  of you  sir,  the   first  thing  that  comes  to   my  mind  is  the  metaphors   that  you use .  They   are  very  spontaneous   and  sometimes  makes  me  laugh  out  loud, sir .  I should say I have used some of them,  for my clients and it will always be cherished  .   It  has   been  an  honor  to   have  interacted  and  learn  from   you,  sir.  Wishing  and  praying   for  the  best   post  retirement  phase  with  good   health  and   wellness Arunya

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Dear Sir, You are the most caring and the concerned teacher I have ever had. I am blessed to have you as part of my life. Thank you very much for always being there to guide and encourage  me.I  am going to  miss you very much.  Best wishes on your retirement !   I wish you good health and happiness.                                                                -Krishna

Dear Sir , I consider it a privilege to have had you as a mentor and teacher. Surely your wisdom during case discussions have influenced me like many other students of yours . One thing that deeply touched me was how you would use  humour  with the patients and during teaching as well . The BT unit dinner outing where you were going around tables clicking  pics  being your warm , innocent  and joyful self would remain a fond memory. Wishing you health and fulfilling life ahead sir. We will miss you for sure . Mareena

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Message for  Dr.Sharma I have known you for a brief period of time sir, but was fortunate enough to attend your classes and discussions in BT.  Your  understanding of CBT is inspiring. Thank you for your teachings.  I  wish you all the best for the next chapter of your life. Tavleen   Kohli Ph.D. Scholar, Dept. of clinical psychology, NIMHANS

Congratulations Sharma sir!  While  I have been in BT only for  a few  months, your classes have been an amazing learning experience .   Thank you for being a wonderful inspiration to us .   Best wishes,  Swarna ."

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A teacher never really retires for their wisdom forever is passed on as a legacy!

Happy Retirement!! A sweet ending to a new beginning… Some memories to take with you in this new journey!!

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