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A Defiant Doll

A Defiant Doll

By Anjana

An effort to bring you inside the imperfect world of a defiant doll! Learn how vulnerabilities can inspire you!
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A powerful woman in Louisiana!

A Defiant Doll Oct 31, 2020

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Pyaas

Pyaas

Ek choti si Hindi/Urdu mein poem
Jul 06, 202202:35
Do Nots of Grieving

Do Nots of Grieving

In this episode, I’ve tried to talk about that do not of grieving. Anyways grieving can be very hard and it’s important that we are protecting ourselves as we walk through this process.
Aug 07, 202115:06
Grieving can be fun too??

Grieving can be fun too??

In this episode I continue to share how I am grieving my mother’s loss. It includes some serious things such as some tears, seeking emotional support from others but it also includes some fun things, reliving some fun memories with my mother. And I’m guessing maybe grieving can also have some fun elements. What do you think? Let me know. Sending love ♥️
May 29, 202112:21
This Mother’s Day...

This Mother’s Day...

Celebrating Mother’s Day when our mother has transitioned to be with her Lord is new to us. Join us as my little brother, Amit, and I share a glimpse of our first Mother’s Day without our mummy!
May 09, 202114:05
Grieving: What’s Helping Me

Grieving: What’s Helping Me

In this episode I shared how I am grieving the loss of my mother due to COVID-19 recently. While it is a very painful process, I am slowly learning to manage this pain. Hoping it will help someone who is struggling to deal with the loss of a dear one.
Apr 29, 202118:48
We need to talk!

We need to talk!

With all the polarization in the country it’s important that we talk. And not just one conversation but a series of focused conversations where we commit to come closer, learn from each other and listen to each other actively. Let’s agree to disagree with respect.
Jan 18, 202117:43
Response to the riots in Washington DC yesterday

Response to the riots in Washington DC yesterday

The episode challenges us all to take a step back in the middle of our sadness and anger and dig deep within ourselves to focus on common goals we have as fellow human beings!
Jan 07, 202116:25
On the way to find myself!

On the way to find myself!

A reminder for us to not get too entangled with the stressors generated by the coronavirus reality. We must remember this is just a phase in our lives that may have magnified some of the hard parts of our relationships and of ourselves. However, our destination is still in our hands, we can still choose how we want to evolve and who we want to become. So take a deep breath and do some self reflection! Take a break but please don’t quit! God bless
Dec 18, 202010:56
A powerful woman in Louisiana!

A powerful woman in Louisiana!

This poem is inspired by a powerful woman in Louisiana. She recently contracted COVID-19 at 92 years of age and conquered it and then voted in these very important elections in the United States.
Oct 31, 202002:46
The Encrypted Me: Two Hindi Poems

The Encrypted Me: Two Hindi Poems

A recent event reminded me of my childhood and my journey so far. As I reflected on those memories, two of my old Hindi poems emerged in my awareness. I am sharing those here, hope you enjoy them.
Jun 11, 202009:11
George Floyd: Tall, Dark and Handsome

George Floyd: Tall, Dark and Handsome

This post emerged from deep pain and anger due to the recent horrific killing of a brother by a cop in front of other cops who didn’t do anything to save the precious life!
May 31, 202010:16
My Mother’s Hands: A Hindi Poem

My Mother’s Hands: A Hindi Poem

This poem reflects on my mother’s hands and how her hands have taken care of us over the years!
May 10, 202002:21
A call to come back to love!

A call to come back to love!

This poem is calling us to love and care the strangers who come to our cities looking for safety and work. Often times we ignore their needs or blame them for their suffering but we can do better! Love can help us do better!
May 09, 202005:19
Mother’s Advice: Hindi Poem

Mother’s Advice: Hindi Poem

I wrote this Hindi poem in 2011 for my son in Puerto Rico. It includes some key messages for a successful life per the values my parents gave me.
May 07, 202005:49
Peaceful Grieving

Peaceful Grieving

During this time when many people are experiencing the loss of a dear one due to COVID-19, here’s a poem that might bring hope and peace to a suffering heart.
May 04, 202004:07
First episode: Imperfect just like me!

First episode: Imperfect just like me!

This is my poetic introduction, I hope we become friends and inspire each other!
May 04, 202002:28