ROOH (Rising Over Obstacles and Healing)

Some of our favorite childhood memories are of Diwali — a house full of guests and mithai in India for Jyoti, family traditions in Canada for Monica. Then life got busy, and Diwali got quiet. Nobody handed us a template for celebrating it here. Now our kids are growing up with Diwali everywhere, and we're the ones asking: how do we actually do this? We talk about the pressure to make it perfect, h...

We've all played “low maintenance” — especially around birthdays. We say we want “nothing,” then feel hurt when people take us at our word. Through forgotten cakes, mismatched birthday meals, and the everyday work no one sees, Monica and I talk about why mothers minimize their own needs, how that teaches people to give us less, and why asking for what we want isn't selfish — it's necessary. There...

Sandeep is back! Grab a cup of chai and hang out with us while we talk about stuff that is on our minds. For example...how sneaky is social media pressure? Why does everything feel so copy-pasted and neutral nowadays? Beige decor and homogenized beauty standards...we are easily losing our own flavor trying to fit in. Tune in for a very grounded discussion on dropping the pressure of perfection and...

In this episode, Monica and I discuss the Cornell 7 incident and why just raising "good kids" isn't enough anymore. We talk about how group dynamics override values, why institutions fall short, and how to start real, honest conversations at home about consent, peer pressure, and accountability. Let's face it... these conversations are tough, but they need to be had! Tune in to hear how Monica and...

This week on ROOH, Monica and I talk through what it actually takes to protect your energy when life gets loud or negative. We share practical ways to set boundaries, break out of bad thought spirals, and use gratitude to shift your mindset when things feel heavy. Grab a cup of chai or coffee and join us for a grounded chat on keeping your peace intact!

This week on ROOH, Monica and I sit down to see how well we actually know each other through a fun Q&A. We talk about our quirks, first impressions, and random food aversions, and share what it takes to show up authentically with the people closest to you. Bottom line: Always be yourself, quirks and all! Grab a cup of coffee or cha (chai) and hang out with us!

Ever feel like a friend breakup hurt just as much as a romantic one—or maybe even more? In this episode, we open up about a platonic friendship that quietly faded out, the deep grief that came with it, and why we need to give ourselves permission to mourn lost friends. It's about accepting that silence and distance is the answer, learning to let go without drama, and making peace with the fact tha...

When was the last time you completely let loose and danced like nobody was watching? In this episode of ROOH, Monica and I are breaking down the cultural rules, the fear of judgment, and all those silly self-imposed limits that keep us from stepping into our full joy. We’re sharing our own journeys of unlearning the noise, giving ourselves permission to own the floor, and dancing straight to our h...

If you’ve ever laid awake at 2 AM wondering if you’re failing as a parent, you’re not alone. In this episode of ROOH, Monica and I get honest about parental guilt, middle-of-the-night anxiety, and the pressure to get everything right. Together, we break down why trying to shield our kids from every mistake backfires, how to model real accountability, and why letting children experience discomfort...

Ever notice how we're quick to broadcast our wins, but the second a health scare hits, everyone goes silent? In this episode of ROOH , Monica breaks down her recent surgery, her husband's health scare, and why the "we don't talk about that" culture in South Asian communities is doing us zero favors. From getting tangled in medical bureaucracy to learning why suffering in secret is wildly overrated...

Permission to rest granted. 🤍 How many of us grew up believing that rest had to be earned ? Or that a spotless house mattered more than a calm one? On the latest episode of ROOH , Sukhi Dhillon (@onesikhmom) breaks down why she’s intentionally teaching her kids a different story: that it is okay to slow down, rest without guilt, and prioritize a lived-in home filled with love and respect over per...

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 defin...

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.

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 f...

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...

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 comeb...

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 resist...

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...

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!

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 fe...

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...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of childhood sexual abuse, maternal neglect, and eating disorders. Please listen with care and put your well-being first. Sometimes, the things we carry are so heavy that our minds find a way to tuck them away just so we can keep going. This week on ROOH , we’re sitting down with the incredible Neharika Gambhir. On the surface, Neharika’s life was...

Ever wonder why we call them soul-sisters? It’s because they meet us where the world doesn't—in that deep, judgment-free zone. A truly meaningful conversation doesn’t just lift your mood; it physically releases the stress and tension we carry inside. This week, we’re exploring why your best friend isn't just a brunch partner—she’s actually your first free therapist. Tune in as we talk about the si...

We’ve all heard the jokes—or the heavy silence—around therapy in our community, so I brought Riya on to actually talk about it. She’s finishing her masters in marriage counseling, and we got into the real reasons why we get stuck in the same old patterns with our partners. We’re breaking down everything from childhood attachment styles to the fact that therapy isn't just a "break glass in case of...

It’s been a whole year since we started this, and honestly? It hasn’t always been pretty. This week, we’re sharing what actually goes on when the mics are off—from the technical headaches to the reality of trying to build a community while juggling everything else. It’s about finally taking the driver’s seat, owning the mess, and writing your own Kahani . After all, we get one life...do we want to...