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ROOH (Rising Over Obstacles and Healing)

ROOH (Rising Over Obstacles and Healing)

by Jyoti and Monica

Society & Culture

Season 4

Will We Ever Stop Judging? The Art of Caring Less With Sandeep

Sandeep is back on ROOH! After her raw 4-part story in Season 2, we’re sitting down to talk about what actually happens after you put your truth out into the world. The reality? Opening up brings incredible support, but it also brings judgment. In this episode, we tackle community backlash, shadow work, and the Punjabi concept of Hukam (surrender). People might never stop judging, but we can definitely stop giving away our peace.

More Than Fashion: Mani Jassal on "Doing You, For You"

We are so excited to share a raw and unfiltered Mani Jassal as she talks about building a global brand, raising a family, and prioritizing her well-being, as well as breaking generation trauma. It's as real as it gets! Grab a cup of chai and possibly learn a thing or two from the powerhouse that is Mani Jassal.

Summer...Summer...Summertime -- Bring Back '90s-Style Summers

Remember when summer meant waking up with zero plans, riding bikes until the streetlights came on, and complaining you were bored until you magically invented a new game? In this episode of ROOH, we’re going back to those carefree days. We dive into our favorite childhood summer memories and talk about why we’re resisting the modern urge to over-schedule our own kids. Join us as we make the case for simplicity, cultural roots, and the beautiful art of letting kids just be bored. Grab an iced coffee and let's reminisce!

C is for Confidence!

C is for Confidence... but no one teaches us how hard it is to maintain it when social media and external validation enter the chat. In this episode of ROOH, Monica and I talk about the pressure to fit in and why we constantly look for approval from the outside world. We look back at how everything from our childhood roots to our current feeds shapes how we see ourselves. If you’ve ever felt like you’re hiding your true self just to please other people or fit in, grab a cup of chai or coffee and join us for a light-hearted conversation.

Life Lessons from the NBA Champs!

Five decades of waiting are officially over, and the New York Knicks are NBA Champions! But this isn't just a sports recap, cuz we're two desi moms and how much do we really know about basketball? In this episode of ROOH, we talk about how Jalen Brunson’s relentless work ethic and the team’s incredible collective chemistry serve as the ultimate blueprint for our own daily lives. From massive comebacks to quiet dedication, we explore the championship values we can all learn from and apply to our goals, families, and growth. Go Knicks!

You Want to Be a Soccer Writer? Huh?

While the outside world might look at a Desi woman and go, "You want to be a soccer writer? Huh?", Pardeep Cattry’s reality was totally different. Turns out, she had full support from her family and friends from day one. The real challenge wasn't her inner circle—it was breaking into a sports media industry where literally no one looked like her. In this episode, Pardeep talks about how she resisted the urge to copy everyone else, stayed true to herself, and carved out her own space in a world that wasn't exactly built for her. So to anyone still asking "Huh?"... get ready, because Desi women are taking up space!

How Dare You Change?

People get so uncomfortable when you start evolving—like, how dare you, right? In this episode, Monica and I talk about the messy reality of growth, why society tells us to stay the same, and why our loved ones sometimes resist our changes. We share some of our own stories and a bit of science to show how embracing the shift actually leads to way better relationships and self-awareness. If you're currently in your glow-up era, this one's for you. Grab a cup of chai and let's get into it!

Just Between Us: Coffee & Chaos

Grab a cup of coffee or Chai and join us for a super casual chat. Think of it as your weekly date with your two best friends -- it's light, relatable, and the exact reminder you need that you are never alone in this beautiful mess of everyday life. Let's catch up!

Happily Divorced!

This week, Gagan joins us for a conversation that we desperately need to have more openly: divorce. She shares her own journey, the cultural pressure she dealt with, and what it actually takes to walk away when a marriage just isn't working. We look at why our culture treats divorce as a failure, and how it can actually be the first step toward healing and finding yourself again. If you've ever felt stuck or worried about what people will think, this episode is for you!

From Victim to an Inspiration: The Power of Neharika's Kahani

Quick Reminder: We will be discussing childhood sexual abuse and maternal neglect. Please take care of yourself while listening. Last week, we heard about the secret. This week, we talk about the healing. Neharika opens up about what life actually looks like after you finally speak your truth. It hasn’t been an easy road, but she’s living proof that you don’t have to be defined by what happened to you. She shares how she moved from feeling like a victim to becoming an inspiration for others. Like she says at the end of this episode—just as a phoenix rises from the ashes, you can rise above the people who tried to keep you down. This is the conclusion of Neharika’s kahani, and a reminder that we all have the power to start over.

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