The culture of Indian women is not static. It is a fierce negotiation between honoring the wisdom of ancestors and demanding the rights of modern citizens. Whether a farmer in Bihar or a software engineer in Bengaluru, the Indian woman is redefining “Shakti” (strength)—not just as a goddess to be worshipped, but as a force to be reckoned with.
Should Mature Women Hide Their Bodies? Dr. Jenn Brandt, director of Women’s and Gender Studies at High Point University, recently responded to a tweet that raises some major assumptions about women’s sexual identity as we age. The tweet, made by Piers Morgan, accused actress Susan Sarandon of being “very tacky” for showing off her “ample … Read more
There I was, standing at the foot of my unmade bed on a hot August Nevada day, barely covered in lace and roses bra and panties, short skirt and cami, with my three moving men humbly asking, “Is there anything else we can do for you, Ma’am?” Soft eyes matched hard muscle. I trembled and nearly … Read more