• Desi Girl Struggles

    “Why We Tear Each Other Down Instead of Lifting Each Other Up”

    Ruqayya and Ramsha are twin sisters, but not in the usual sense. Their lives have been intertwined since birth, and yet, the comparisons never seem to stop. Growing up in a South Asian family where being perfect was the expectation, Ruqayya always stood out as the one who excelled in everything—academics, social life, and even relationships. On the other hand, Ramsha, though bright and talented in her own way, always seemed to fall short of her family’s expectations. Despite the constant pressure to be like her sister, Ramsha found herself struggling to meet the standards set by her parents and others around her. While Ruqayya’s accomplishments were celebrated, Ramsha’s perceived…