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Navigating Cultural Expectations as a British Asian Female - with Seema Malhotra

Navigating Cultural Expectations as a British Asian Female - with Seema Malhotra

Update: 2024-12-22
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In this episode, Seema candidly shares what it was like growing up caught between two cultures - an Indian, Hindu, Punjabi household and her British upbringing. From arranged marriages and cultural expectations to discovering her passion for fashion, Seema reveals how she navigated identity struggles and defied generational norms to carve out her own path.

We also get into the power of self-worth, the lessons life teaches us through its challenges, and the importance of breaking stereotypes for the next generation. Seema’s story is raw, uplifting, and a testament to creating a life that’s truly yours - no mould required.

Here are the Highlights:

(03:53 ) Cultural expectations

(22:13 ) Balancing tradition and modernity

(24:06 ) Reality TV and personal growth

(31:26 ) The power of positive intentions

(37:26 ) The power of education and having those open conversations

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Navigating Cultural Expectations as a British Asian Female - with Seema Malhotra

Navigating Cultural Expectations as a British Asian Female - with Seema Malhotra

Lindsey Kane