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“Breaking the Silence: Why South Asian Women Struggle to Talk About Mental Health”
You would think that in a world as connected as ours, in a time where hashtags like #MentalHealthAwareness trend every other day, it would be easy for everyone to talk about what’s hurting inside. But for many South Asian women, it isn’t. It’s like being trapped in a glass box — you can see the world outside moving forward, embracing vulnerability, but your voice remains stuck in your throat. It’s not because they don’t feel pain. It’s not because they don’t want help. It’s because for generations, they’ve been taught that suffering in silence is strength. Growing up, many South Asian girls hear phrases like: There’s a deep, invisible script…
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“When Aunties Compare Daughters Like Report Cards – The Silent Damage It Does”
One Home. Two Daughters. And a Checklist That Was Never Theirs. Vaani and Sakshi. Their names were whispered with a tone — not one of affection, but of evaluation. To the outside world, Sakshi was the “share this rishta with your son” girl.Simple. Educated. Responsible. Still unmarried, but at least she had sanskaar. Vaani was the wild card.Red lips. Ripped jeans. Hair dyed too blonde for comfort. Out late. Always tired. Always on her phone. Always locking her room. When asked about her job, Vaani gave vague answers like, “It’s demanding but pays well. I entertain online clients. Late-night hours. You know how it is.” No one questioned further. They…
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“Why Do Aunties Love to Compare Us? The Root of Judgment in South Asian Communities”
You’re at a family gathering. The chai is flowing, the snacks are out, and the aunties… well, they’re in full form.“She’s studying medicine now, right?”“That one got married last year — such a good match.”“Oh, you’re still figuring things out? Hmm… don’t worry, beta.” The comparisons are casual — even passive-aggressive — but they sting. And they stick. For so many of us, these moments aren’t rare. They’re normal. But that’s the problem.Because behind the polite smiles and sideways glances lies a culture of judgment that shapes how we see ourselves — and each other. So let’s ask the question out loud:Why do aunties love to compare us? It’s Not…
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