There’s an unspoken rule for eldest daughters in many Indian families: carry everything, expect nothing, and never put yourself first. I followed it for years. Until I turned thirty —single, steady, and finally choosing my own joy—and realised something quietly...
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to be understanding.It’s a word I’ve heard all my life — often as a compliment.“She’s so understanding,” people would say, as if it were the gold standard of being a “good” person. And I am understanding. I try to...
Can you believe it? It’s already been five months since we packed up our lives and made the leap to Bangalore! And what a run it’s been. Moving to a new city always feels like a fresh chapter, but this one has been particularly delightful, largely thanks...
For countless families around the world, the eldest daughter often holds a unique and often unspoken position. She’s frequently the “responsible one,” the “mini-parent,” and the perceived pillar of strength. But what does it really...
