Growing up, I was never treated like a girl. At least, that’s how it felt to me. I didn’t wear pretty dresses. I wasn’t encouraged to explore makeup or jewellery as a teenager. My wardrobe was baggy hoodies, oversized tops and loose jeans. Practical. Comfortable. Invisible. But the truth is… I wanted to be girly. I grewContinue reading “Raising Daughters: Healing Through Parenting”
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Breaking Free: Overcoming Mental Health Stigma in Indian Culture
Being Indian, many of us grow up with deeply ingrained social norms and expectations — especially around how society perceives us and the pressure to keep up appearances. These social expectations played a huge role in my family. Not so much in the UK, as my dad hardly knew anyone here, but he was intenselyContinue reading “Breaking Free: Overcoming Mental Health Stigma in Indian Culture”
15 Years of Growth: A Love Story
Last week marked 15 years since Nitin and I had our first date, and it got me thinking about everything we’ve been through together—the highs, the struggles, and the moments that have shaped us. To be honest, it doesn’t feel like 15 years. It feels more like five or six. I think the reason forContinue reading “15 Years of Growth: A Love Story”
Breaking Free 