Every year, International Women’s Day reminds us of the progress made toward gender equality and the journey still ahead. While it is a day to recognize and appreciate the incredible contributions of women in all spheres of life, it is equally a day to celebrate partnership—the shared roles and responsibilities of both men and women…
Category: Relationships
The Myth of the Perfect Woman: Letting Go of Unrealistic Expectations
For centuries, women have been told they must be everything to everyone. A perfect daughter, a flawless wife, a devoted mother, a high-achieving professional, a graceful hostess, and an ever-smiling, self-sacrificing nurturer. The message is clear: To be a good woman, you must be perfect. But here’s the truth—this “perfect woman” does not exist. She…
Representation Matters: Why We Need More Women in Leadership
Look around any boardroom, government panel, or tech conference, and you’ll often see a common pattern—fewer women in leadership roles. While progress has been made, the numbers still tell a story of underrepresentation. Why does this matter? Because leadership shapes decisions, policies, and the future. When women are missing from decision-making spaces, their perspectives, experiences,…
Love Before Valentine’s Day: A Nostalgic Indian Perspective
Ah, Valentine’s Day—the day of overpriced roses, questionable poetry, and heart-shaped balloons that serve no functional purpose. Every February 14th, the world collectively loses its mind over a concept that India has been practising for millennia, albeit with fewer hashtags and more elaborate rituals. For the first time in years, I didn’t hear of moral…
Balancing Career and Family: Can Women Really Have It All?
The question of whether women can “have it all”—a thriving career and a happy family—has been debated for decades. Society often places unrealistic expectations on women, expecting them to excel professionally while also being the perfect mother, wife, and homemaker. But is “having it all” even possible? Or is it just an illusion that pressures…
Financial Independence: Why Every Woman Needs Her Own Savings
For generations, women have been excellent financial planners—managing household budgets, stretching every rupee, and ensuring their families’ financial well-being. Yet, when it comes to personal savings and financial independence, many women still take a backseat, relying on their spouses or families for financial security. But times are changing. Financial independence is not a luxury—it is…
From Homemaker to Entrepreneur: Women Redefining Success
For generations, women have been the backbone of their families—managing homes, raising children, and ensuring everything runs smoothly. But today, more and more women are stepping beyond traditional roles and embracing entrepreneurship, proving that success isn’t defined by a single path. From kitchen tables to boardrooms, from passion projects to thriving businesses, homemakers-turned-entrepreneurs are reshaping…
Ageing with Grace: Embracing Every Stage of Womanhood
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…
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…