Tag: strength

My Choice

Nidhi J
What is Power ? To some, it is money, social status, family, command over others whereas to others it might simply be living the life of their choice without having to worry about other’s judgement.

Who says elegance and strength can not be possessed simultaneosly? Time and again I have seen that people believe an elegant lady is fragile, delicate, dependent and a strong, independent, outspoken lady is not elegant enough. How do you define what she is? A women is as strong as you can imagine and as delicate as she needs to be.

Judgement from the society, relatives, acquaintance, friends and even your own family is very generic, when I speak of India. I’m sure it is similar in other states too, however, the intensity of it may vary. So it is best to let go of the judgements and comments they make on you and go ahead with the life of your choice because that is all that matters end of the day.

My elder sister is a fashion model, based in Mumbai, India(Yes, that’s her in the picture).She chose this for herself- fought against our father’s decisions, societal norms and pre-set beauty standards. She has come out to be a strong lady, all she did was followed her dream, believed in it and worked hard towards it.Mother has always been her support system.She believes it is important to do what we love instead of what we must.

A message to all the young girls out there: “You are beautiful and strong.Just believe in the power within yourself and follow your dreams. You got this. “

She’s clothed in Strength & Dignity

Nidhi J
Judgement
In a country like ours, it doesn’t matter if you are born rich or poor, pretty or ugly, straight or gay, you are ought to be judged if you’re born a girl. You still owe an explanation for almost everything you do and this leaves you with two choices – explain all your actions and end up giving up a few things cause ‘they’ want you to or simply do whatever you want and give up on ‘them’. ‘Them’ could be the society, your peer, you guardian or your family. Yes its 2019, we’ve all evolved, feminism is at its best, we’ve excelled in every field;I am not talking about how women have won their rights or done wonders but how they are answerable for everything.Its time now that women stop explaining everything asked and the rest stop questioning. Let’s respect their choices.

I am not very good with words ,but this is dedicated to my sister and every other human who live life on their own terms, have the courage to choose what’s best for them , stand for it and love themselves. So, know yourself – be authentic – embrace yourself.