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17/04/2025

🌿 Mid-Week Thought: The Fixer in the Family
Family Systems | Indian Context | Generational Impact

In many families, there’s one person who quietly takes on the role of peacekeeper.
The one who steps in during arguments.
The one who lightens the mood when tension fills the room.
The one who carries everyone else’s emotions—while theirs remain tucked away.

We call this role The Fixer.

In the Indian context, this often starts young.
The child who senses the silence after a parental fight.
Who comforts their younger sibling when no one else notices their tears.
Who learns—without being told—that “being okay” is safer than falling apart.
This post is for the ones who were taught to be strong before they were ever allowed to just be.

But what happens when:
– Fixing becomes your identity?
– You don’t know how to ask for help?
– You feel burnt out but still say, “I’m fine”?
Many Fixers reach adulthood carrying unspoken exhaustion.

They feel valued for their usefulness, but not always for their presence.

🎬 Film Reference: Kapoor & Sons
Rahul (Fawad Khan’s character) constantly plays the “good son.” The one who keeps the family drama at bay, manages expectations, and never rocks the boat. But beneath that calm exterior is a quiet longing—to be accepted without conditions.

💭 Have you ever played the role of the Fixer in your family?
Or maybe you’re learning how to step out of that role now?

Let’s pause and reflect—this one’s for the quiet caregivers. 💛

17/04/2025

🧠 “What if they didn’t reply because they actually don’t like me?”
Ever caught your mind spiraling down this rabbit hole?

Sometimes, a delayed reply feels like a personal rejection.
Our brains love to fill in the blanks—with stories that often come from past hurts, not present truths.

This week’s reminder: Silence doesn’t always mean something’s wrong.
Not every pause is about you. 💬💭

You’re not alone in this spiral—and you don’t have to believe every thought it throws at you.

15/04/2025

Sometimes “I’m fine” is a reflex.

We say it before we’ve even checked in with ourselves.

Next time you hear yourself say it, try pausing and asking:
🌀 What’s really going on underneath?

That pause? That’s where healing starts.

14/04/2025

Self-healing doesn’t always look like journaling with a cup of tea.

Sometimes, it looks like:

Unfollowing people who trigger you

Crying over old wounds

Taking a break from “fixing” everything

Healing isn’t linear. It’s uncomfortable, messy, and deeply human.

If you’re in that space right now—know this:
You’re not doing it wrong. You’re just doing it honestly.

08/04/2025

“Me: I’m just gonna ask a simple question.
Also me (3 mins later): what if they hate me now? 😬”
⠀
Overthinking is the OG anxiety influencer.
We laugh, we relate, and sometimes—we spiral. But here’s the truth:
💬 Your thoughts aren’t facts.
💡 You can slow them down.
📞 And therapy helps.

✨ New series all month:
Follow for bite-sized truths + feel-good reality checks 🧠💛

👉 Tag someone whose brain also writes fictional horror stories at 2am 😅

01/04/2025

Adolescence on Netflix vs. Adolescence in Real Life – A Reflection

Netflix’s Adolescence isn’t just a show—it’s a reality check. It captures the emotional turbulence of teenagers in the digital era: self-discovery, peer pressure, and the overwhelming influence of online spaces.

💭 Teenagers Are Growing Up Online
Today’s adolescents aren’t just navigating school life; they’re navigating digital identities, validation, and online ideologies—sometimes at great risk. Jamie’s story reminds us how quickly curiosity can turn into isolation.

⚠️ Mental Health in a Hyperconnected World
Teens today are more aware yet more confused. More connected yet more alone. Anxiety, self-doubt, and the fear of being ‘left behind’ shape their world. The show isn’t just fiction—it’s a call for parents, educators, and therapists to better understand the world teens inhabit.

🎭 The Struggle to Parent Through Chaos

Jamie’s parents, Eddie and Manda, represent real-life caregivers trying to hold their families together while facing judgment and guilt. The journey of seeking help comes with challenges, and resistance is a natural part of the process. But healing begins when parents shift from blame to reconnection.

💡 What Can We Do?
Create safe spaces for open, judgment-free conversations.

Acknowledge the impact of digital communities on self-esteem.

Encourage critical thinking so teens don’t just absorb but reflect.

Remind them that real belonging isn’t found online—it’s built within.

👉 Whether you’re a teen, a parent, or reflecting on your own adolescence, growth is messy, and figuring things out is part of the process. What do you think has changed the most about being a teenager today? Let’s talk. 👇

21/03/2025

🌿 Friendly Reminder 🌿
We live in a fast-paced world where we’re constantly pushing ourselves to do more, be more, and achieve more. But sometimes, it’s essential to pause and breathe. 🧘‍♀️
Don’t be hard on yourself—taking time to relax and rest isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity for your mental and physical well-being. ✨
You deserve this moment of peace. Give yourself permission to rest, recharge, and come back stronger. 💚

21/03/2025

Continuing with my mid-week series, this week I’ve been thinking about
👥 Sibling Dynamics | From the Older Sibling’s POV

🌿 Being the older sibling is like being part leader, part nurturer, and part unofficial third parent!
We take on roles we don’t always sign up for — the protector, the role model, the one expected to “handle it” and “set an example.” It’s a role filled with both warmth and weight.

✨ It feels like:
Being proud of your younger sibling’s growth ✅
Holding the family together during tough times 💪
But also… feeling like you have to suppress your own struggles 🤐

🎥 Bollywood Example?
Think of Ishaan (Sushant Singh Rajput) and Aditi (Amrita Puri) from Kai Po Che!. Ishaan steps up as the classic older brother — protective, loving, but also carrying the invisible pressure to guide and safeguard. His actions are driven by responsibility, even when it feels overwhelming.

🌀 Whether we’re gentle guides or tough love experts, being an older sibling shapes how we show up — at home and beyond.

06/03/2025

Continuing with my mid-week series, this week I’ve been thinking about
Mother-Son Relationships: Love, Expectations & Freedom 🌸

The mother-son bond is built on deep love, silent sacrifices, and unspoken expectations. From childhood to adulthood, this relationship shapes emotional resilience, self-worth, and future relationships. But cultural norms often encourage love through actions rather than words, making vulnerability difficult.

Many men grow up struggling to express emotions, influenced by generational patterns where emotional restraint is seen as strength. Breaking this cycle means creating space for open conversations and emotional connection.

Think of Taare Zameen Par, where Ishaan’s mother provides silent yet unwavering emotional support while his father focuses on discipline. This contrast reflects many real-life mother-son dynamics, where emotional expression is shaped by generational beliefs. 💭

Let’s take a moment to reflect—what patterns are we carrying forward, and which ones do we need to break for a healthier emotional connection? 🌿

27/02/2025

Continuing with my mid-week series, this week I’ve been thinking about-Father-Son Relationships: Love, Expectations & Freedom 🌸

In many Indian families, discipline often replaces emotional connection.
Fathers express love through expectations—good grades, a stable job, and family pride.
But what about personal dreams and self-expression?

This silent gap often creates distance.
Sons want to be understood, while fathers believe they are preparing them for life’s hardships. 🎭

🎬 Think of Udaan (2010)—a father imposing strict control, believing it’s for the best.
Many sons live this reality, where love feels like pressure instead of support.
But times are changing.
Fathers are learning to listen, and sons are finding their own voices. 💙

💬 What’s one thing that helped you strengthen your bond with your father? Share below! 👇

13/02/2025

Mid-Week Thought: Father-Daughter Relationships & Generational Impact 💭✨

I’m starting a new series where I share thoughts I’ve been penning down every week.
Feel free to scroll past—or let’s engage in a meaningful conversation.

This week, I’ve been reflecting on the father-daughter relationship, particularly within the Indian cultural context.
It’s a bond that carries immense love, silent sacrifices, and sometimes, the weight of generational trauma. Fathers, shaped by their upbringing and societal expectations, often pass down not just wisdom but also fears, anxieties, and rigid beliefs.
Daughters, on the other hand, bring fresh perspectives, questioning norms, challenging outdated patterns, and in many ways, becoming a mirror that reflects back unresolved emotions.

This interplay is powerful.
While a father’s influence shapes a daughter’s sense of self, independence, and emotional security, daughters, in turn, help fathers evolve—teaching them vulnerability, adaptability, and even unlearning years of conditioning.
Healing, when it happens in this dynamic, is a two-way process.

🎬 Bollywood Lens: Piku – A beautiful example of this intricate relationship. Bhaskor Banerjee (Amitabh Bachchan) is an aging father burdened by anxieties, control, and deep-rooted fears, which he unconsciously passes on to Piku (Deepika Padukone). Yet, amid their constant clashes and emotional push-and-pull, there’s deep love and an opportunity for growth.
Piku’s journey is not just about taking care of her father but also about understanding herself—her limits, her boundaries, and her own emotional inheritance.
Their story is a reminder that while generational trauma can weigh heavy, there’s also space for learning, love, and healing if we allow it.

💡 Have you seen similar dynamics in your own life? How has your relationship with your father (or daughter) influenced your emotional journey? Let’s start a conversation. 👇🏽

05/02/2025

✨ Two emotions can exist at once! ✨

Ever felt happy and nervous at the same time?
Or relieved yet still a little sad?

That’s because emotions aren’t black and white.

It’s okay to feel multiple things at once—your feelings are valid! 💙

💭 Drop a 💙 if you’ve ever experienced this!

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