Avaneesh, known as The Selfish Philosopher, is a philosophy researcher and psychology enthusiast exploring the lived wisdom of ancient civilisations. A polyglot who speaks eight languages, he engages deeply with original Sanskrit texts to decode the philosophical and cultural foundations of ancient India. A storyteller at heart, he has led international teams of artists and writers to create original animation content for global children’s broadcasters. Trained in Kathakali and an exponent of the Mizhavu, Avaneesh also mentors startups focused on disability, accessibility, and inclusion. He lives in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.