Sophia Parvizi Wayne
Sakshi Chabbra Mittal, the visionary founder and CEO of FoodHak, is on a mission to transform the way we think about health and longevity through food. Formerly a biotech investor at SoftBank Vision Fund, Sakshi launched FoodHak with a clear goal: to bring medicinally inspired, chef-prepared meals into everyday homes. Her series ‘Hak It’ continues this mission by spotlighting trailblazers who, like her, are hacking conventional thinking to build a better world.
In the latest episode, Sakshi sits down with Sophia Parvizi-Wayne, the dynamic founder of Kanjo, a fast-growing mental wellness brand that’s helping people navigate the challenges of modern life through simple, accessible tools. In a compelling conversation, Sophia opens up about the deeply personal journey that led her to launch Kanjo, one rooted in a desire to de-stigmatise mental health and make well-being practices more attainable for all.
Sophia shares that the idea for Kanjo was born from her own struggles with anxiety and her frustration with the lack of approachable, effective mental health solutions. Kanjo’s signature product, a guided journal designed to encourage mindfulness, self-reflection and emotional tracking, has resonated with thousands across the UK and beyond. The brand has since expanded to offer a suite of tools designed with clinical psychologists, including affirmation cards, check-in prompts and guided daily practices; all with a clean, minimal design that appeals to a new generation of mental health advocates.
On Hak It, Sophia reflects on the early days of building Kanjo from her kitchen table and the importance of creating a brand that speaks to people without overwhelming them.
On Hak It, Sophia reflects on the early days of building Kanjo from her kitchen table and the importance of creating a brand that speaks to people without overwhelming them. “People are craving calm and clarity,” she tells Sakshi. “Kanjo is about helping them find that space again, even if it’s just for five minutes a day.”
The episode also explores Sophia’s vision for the future: making mental wellness as routine as brushing your teeth. She talks about partnering with workplaces and schools, integrating Kanjo into daily rituals, and ensuring emotional hygiene becomes second nature. It’s a goal that aligns perfectly with Sakshi’s FoodHak philosophy, that small, consistent changes in daily habits can create transformative long-term impact.
This inspiring episode of Hak It can be viewed now via The Sun and The Daily Mirror social media platforms. Don’t miss the conversation between two of the UK’s most forward-thinking female founders, and discover how FoodHak and Kanjo are creating simple, smart solutions to help us all live healthier, more mindful lives.
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