Happy International Women’s Day

To All the Incredible Women in My Life Who Made Me Who I Am

India is a country where goddesses are worshipped with devotion, yet women still have to fight for respect. Women’s Day is not just a celebration; it is a reminder—a reminder of the sacrifices, silent struggles, and endless battles women have fought to earn their place in the world. And the fight isn’t over yet. Even today, women have to demand the respect that should already be theirs.

From the moment a girl is born, she is told how to behave, what to dream, and where her limits lie. And yet, she fights through all of it—with grace, resilience, and a strength beyond words.

Today, I dedicate this post to all the incredible women who shaped my life, stood by me through thick and thin, and continue to inspire me every single day.

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My Mother – My First Guru, My Guiding Light

My mother was the first person who taught me how to respect elders and how to respect women. She taught me about love, sacrifice, and patience. Through her, I learned countless mythological stories where goddesses were worshipped, yet in reality, she herself had to fight for the very respect that was given to deities so easily.

She was the invisible force that held our family together—the one who woke up before everyone and slept after everyone, making sure we had everything we needed. She gave up so much—her dreams, her comfort, her own desires—without ever asking for anything in return.

She lived in a world where a woman was expected to be the perfect mother, the perfect wife, and the perfect daughter-in-law. But how often did anyone ask what she truly wanted?

She never demanded recognition, never sought appreciation. But if there is one thing I know, it is this—no matter how much I do for her, it will never be enough to repay what she has done for me.

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My Sister – My Best Friend, My Partner In Crime

All my friends had sisters, but I didn’t—until I was in 7th standard. She is 11 years younger than me, but that never stopped us from being the best of friends. We fought, we played, and we created memories that I will cherish forever. She was always far more intelligent than me, surprising me with her sharp mind and quick thinking.

I still remember her as a little girl, looking up to me with pure love in her eyes. That love holds a special place in my heart, one that no one else can fill.

She grew up in a conservative atmosphere, where rules were different for women. She wasn’t given the same freedom or choices that I had. And yet, she never let that stop her. She fought through it all, worked hard, and built a life for herself. She is proof that no matter how many restrictions society places on women, they will always find a way to rise.

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To My Wife – My First True Love, My Pillar of Strength

After dating for five years, she finally officially walked into my life and made it more beautiful than I ever imagined. She left behind her home, her family, her comfort—all to build a life with me. She had to adjust to new traditions, new expectations, and sometimes even lose parts of herself to fit into a world unfamiliar to her.

But beyond all this, she stood by me in the most difficult times of my life. When my health was uncertain, and life felt like a roller coaster, she never left my side. She was the one who held my hand when I was at my weakest, who gave me strength when I had none left.

There were moments when I lost hope, but she stood rock solid, hiding all her fears and saying:

“I trust you, everything is going to be fine. Don’t worry.”

And she was right. Everything is fine—except the fact that she is no more. I miss her more than words can express.

She wasn’t just my wife—she was my strength, my support, and the reason I kept fighting.

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My Daughter – My Everything, My Hope for a Better Tomorrow

If there is one person who has shown me the purest form of love, it is my daughter. She was my world, my happiness, my everything.

A father-daughter bond is a heavenly bond, one that words cannot describe.

After a long, tiring day, when I looked into her innocent eyes, I forgot every pain and every struggle in my life. Her one smile worked like a divine medicine, healing me in ways no one else could. I was always proud of her brilliance, intelligence, and academic achievements.

When I looked at her, I saw hope—hope for a world where women wouldn’t have to fight for respect, where they wouldn’t be judged for their choices, where they would be free to dream and achieve without limits.

I wanted her to grow up believing that she was not less than anyone. That she didn’t need to prove her worth to anyone. That she was strong, capable, and deserving of every opportunity life had to offer.

But fate had other plans.

I lost her too. And no words can ever describe what that loss has done to me. Saying “I miss her” feels too small, too weak to express the emptiness I carry every day. I still don’t understand how I manage to live without her.

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My Two Nieces – The Extended Lifeline of My Life

Then, when life felt dull and empty, my two beautiful nieces came into my world like a blessing from God.

If my daughter was my everything, my two nieces are my extended lifeline. They fill my world with fun, laughter, and endless love. Watching them grow has been one of the greatest joys of my life.

They remind me of the beauty of innocence, the excitement of dreams, and the power of believing in oneself. I hope they never doubt their worth, never let anyone tell them they can’t, and never settle for less than they deserve.

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A Woman’s Struggle in a Man’s World

For centuries, women in India have had to fight for every single right they have today. Education, careers, freedom, respect—none of it was given to them freely. They had to claim it, demand it, fight for it. And even today, they still have to struggle for basic respect.

A working woman is judged for prioritizing her career, while a man’s career is celebrated.

A woman in politics is questioned for her emotions, while a man is called strong for the same.

A mother is blamed for choosing her own dreams, while a father is simply “doing his duty.”

Even today, a woman has to fight twice as hard to be taken seriously. Even today, she has to prove her worth in a world that should have already known it.

They Deserve More Than Just One Day

Women’s Day should not just be about flowers and social media posts. It should be a reminder that women deserve respect—not just today, but every single day.

To every mother, sister, wife, daughter, niece, friend, girlfriend —
You are seen. You are valued. You are enough.

Happy Women’s Day to the real warriors of the world. 💜

Who are those special women who shaped your life? Please share in the comment section.