In a recent interview, singer Madonna reportedly called it the toughest job for a woman to balance her career along with being a mother.

Wondered why most mothers get drawn into this competition? Is it because we are perpetually worried whether we are able to do enough for our children? And is this constant need to compare and exchange notes just a way of telling ourselves that we are not lagging as primary caregivers?

Why don’t we as a society not let women feel pride in their achievements, why don’t we not allow women to put themselves and their dreams and aspirations ahead of family?

Jab, upper cut, cross, hook, round house, sweep…! These words and more used to be my mantra. Those knowledgeable understand I am talking about boxing or, to be more specific, kickboxing. Before the husband and child arrived on the scene, this mama was a kickboxing and Muay Thai enthusiast, who willingly forked over bundles of […]

Art should nourish your soul and that is what I aim to do with my work