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“The Expectations of Marriage: Dealing with Mental Health While Being Pressured About Your Future”
“When are you getting married?”“You’re not getting any younger.”“Your cousin just got engaged — what are you waiting for?” In many South Asian households, questions about marriage begin early — often before you’ve even graduated or figured out who you are. Marriage isn’t just seen as a personal milestone; it’s often treated as the ultimate validation of your character, your upbringing, and even your family’s honor. But what happens when you’re not ready? Or worse — what if you don’t want to follow the traditional script at all? The pressure to marry — especially for women — can become a daily anxiety, silently affecting your mental health while no one…
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Deconstructing Desi Digital Myths: The Realities of South Asian Women in Content
The digital world, for all its promise of connection and democratization, isn’t immune to the insidious creep of stereotypes. And when it comes to South Asian women navigating the online space as content creators, a whole host of outdated and frankly, damaging myths often cloud the reality of their talent, drive, and impact. It’s time to pull back the curtain and dismantle these “Desi Digital Myths” one by one. Because these aren’t just harmless assumptions; they actively hinder opportunities, limit growth, and box in a vibrant and increasingly influential group of creators. Myth 1: South Asian Women Lack Technical Skills This one is particularly grating. The stereotype of the demure,…
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