Try to have an independent source of income, however small it may be. The biggest reason that Indian women fall in the trap of financial abuse is the lack of any income. Having money that solely you are responsible for gives you a say in how you use it.
What’s Wrong Around Us
An Open Letter to My Molester
You branded me a victim when I was a mere child. You chained my mind and body as your puppets for so long. I hope that no other child in all of these years was trampled under your curse. But I know that one day I will be strong enough to escape your hold.
Toxic Friendship: Is your friend actually toxic?
Our friend are people who we meet in our life, they show us how to live, laugh and love. Friendship is the basic which is foundational in all of other relationships such as lovers, co-workers or even family. Our friends, even those who are opposite or different to us teach us how to interact with …
FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS: SO BASIC YET SO IMPORTANT!
Rights form the basis for the smooth functioning of society! Law and order these words sound so heavy and scary at the same time, no matter how much we try to read about it, it always seems like we don’t know enough. In many situations, we find ourselves in a fix and wish that only …
Women: With Each Other, For Themselves
Dames in Shining Armour standing united. “A girl should not laugh too loud.” “A girl is not supposed to play with boys or hang around men.” “You’re a big girl now. You need to start wearing loose fitting and modest clothing.” “Hunch your back when passing a man, lest they stare.” Every woman in our …
Our Men, the Real Weaker Sex: Y and How?
The women in our country have suffered a lot in the past. But why should we make our past a stepping stone for an unjust future? One that neglects our men and treats them unfairly. Men are our society’s brave-hearts and true heroes. Their courage and skills are practically revered. Typically seen as the bread …
The Challenges Faced by Homosexuals in Rural India
Villagers are afraid to come out of the closet because they will be ostracized and disowned by their families.
Divide and Rule Policy: Still Prevalent in India
Religion is perhaps the strongest addiction in the world. People are ready to do anything in the name of their religion and religious beliefs. India- a Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic, at least on paper. In reality, there is another story. Given the volatile political scenario of our country, we hear the word ‘secular’ so …
Are men the forgotten gender when we talk about justice?
Is Feminism the need of the hour? Rape, domestic violence, female infanticide and dowry are the major issues which women are facing in our society. And so, the woman-card is always sympathized as the victim-card in our country. For fighting against issues related to women, “Feminism” came into the picture. Feminism started as a movement …
Mom-shaming: The thing India needs to get rid of ASAP!
Body shaming is yet another challenge that new moms (and not-so-new moms) have to face. After childbirth, the sleep cycle goes for a toss. Sunita delivered a baby girl a week ago. She is beginning to understand her baby’s needs. Meanwhile, her mother-in-law has been discussing her breast-milk supply with every relative over the phone. “Iska …