Ageing—what a beautiful, inevitable journey! Yet, it’s wrapped in unnecessary fear, pressure, and self-doubt for so many women. Society tells us that youth is beauty, that wrinkles are flaws, and that growing older means becoming less of something—less attractive, less capable, less relevant. But what if we flipped the script? What if we saw ageing…
Author: NEERJA BHATNAGAR
A physicist by education, a teacher by training, and now a keen digital content creator. Blogger, YouTuber, Podcaster, and now an author too. Writing a book is the natural progression of a blogger.
Lessons from the Women Who Shaped Me: My Mother, Sister, and Friends
If I were to look back and trace the moments that truly shaped me, I wouldn’t find them in grand achievements or big life changes. Instead, I’d find them in the quiet wisdom, unwavering love, and fierce strength of the women who stood beside me—my mother, my sister, and my friends. Each of them, in…
The Power of Saying No: Setting Boundaries Without Guilt
For the longest time, I believed that saying yes was a sign of kindness. Whether it was a friend needing a favour, a family commitment, or an extra responsibility at work, my instinct was always to agree. After all, isn’t that what a “good” person does? But over time, I realized something. Every time I…
Breaking Free from Self-Doubt: How to Build Unshakable Confidence
I have always been clear about who I am and where my strengths lie. Self-doubt was never something I struggled with personally. I knew my worth, trusted my abilities, and never hesitated to take on new challenges. But over the years, as I have interacted with many women, I have realized that self-doubt is a…
Basant Panchami
Basant Panchami, also known as Vasant Panchami, heralds the arrival of spring and is dedicated to honouring Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, wisdom, and the arts celebrated on the fifth day of the Hindu month of Magha, which typically falls in late January or February, this festival emphasizes the pursuit of learning and creativity….
Redefining Strength: What It Truly Means to Be a Strong Woman
Growing up, I always believed that a strong woman never cried, never stumbled and carried the weight of the world without breaking. I thought strength meant endurance—the ability to keep going, no matter what. But life has a way of reshaping our definitions. Today, when I look back at the women around me—my mother, my…
Theme Reveal – Write A page A day 2025
Empowering Women: My Journey Through 28 Days of Writing Every story of change begins with a conversation. This February, as part of the Write a Page a Day challenge by Blogchatter, I am starting a conversation—one that is close to my heart, relevant to our times, and necessary for the world we live in. I…
Film Review: “I Want to Talk”
Director: Shoojit Sircar Starring: Abhishek Bachchan, Ahilya Bamroo, Pearl Dey Genre: Drama, Biopic “Pain is a promise that life always keeps.” Shoojit Sircar’s “I Want to Talk” is not just a movie; it’s an emotional odyssey that immerses viewers in the profound depths of human resilience and the complexity of relationships. Inspired by the true…
Setting the Stage for 2025: My Creative and Personal Goals
As we usher in another year, I can’t help but feel a surge of excitement and anticipation for the endless possibilities that 2025 holds. This year, I’m determined to strike a harmonious balance between nurturing my creative pursuits and investing in personal growth. Here are my three creative and three personal goals for the year…
Lo! A New Dawn Beckons: The Creator’s Whimsical World of 2025
Lo and behold! The world has met its calamitous end, volcanoes erupted with gusto, oceans forgot their boundaries, and social media imploded under the weight of too many influencers. From this rubble of chaos, I, your humble Creator, rise like a phoenix armed with dreams, hope, and perhaps a chai ka cup to sip as…