My Story...

Every life is shaped by a series of influences, choices, setbacks, relationships, and unexpected turns. Mine has been no different. This is not the story of my work. It is the story of the people, experiences, values, and lessons that shaped who I became.

A few things about me

Authenticity inspires me more than trends.

· Love whites most of the times

· Prefer green tea, no coffee - no cola since childhood. Ice creams yes!

· Am someone serious! I wish I was gifted with humor and good smile. I would have smiled more often😊

· Have multiple interests – Travel, Art, Interior Design, Numerology, Occult sciences, Cooking only when guests come. Used to love dancing but with age have shifted to singing.

· I think I have pretty good taste. My son disagrees.

· Precious possession – My first car from the first job because it gave me freedom

· Values – Freedom, love, and Independence. I can’t wait for anyone to join my plan to be able to do anything. I can eat alone, sit alone in any restaurant, travel alone and watch movies alone.

· My journey has taken me from science to management, from banking to entrepreneurship, from art and design to travel, and eventually into the world of spirituality in search of answers where conventional education could not help.

One trait that has stayed with me through every phase of life is simple: Sort out. Sort out. Sort out.

And therefore: Lage raho. Lage raho. Lage raho.

GET TO KNOW ME

Early Influences

I was born in Pachmarhi, a small hill station in Madhya Pradesh.

I remain deeply connected to my roots and especially to my grandfather, whose simple teachings I still remember. He gave me my first Saraswati mantra and, even today, I am often remembered there as "Choudhury Sahab ki poti."

One of the most important people in my childhood was my maternal uncle. His visits were the highlight of my vacations. I genuinely believed I could get up from any fever in his presence. Through him, I learned that love is about showing up, making people feel valued, and standing by them without conditions.

My childhood was filled with simple joys — summer vacations, endless mangoes, and leading neighbourhood kids on picnics and adventures.

My parents influenced me in a different way.

The greatest gift they gave us was freedom.

My sisters and I were never treated differently because we were girls. Whether it was handling responsibilities, making decisions, or thinking independently, we were encouraged to do things for ourselves. My father spoke more about education than marriage, and that left a lasting impression on me.

That said, ‘I was also a sincere child’, used to sit on the first bench to raise hands and say ‘yes ma’am’ 😊

Looking back, many of the values that guide me today — independence, self-reliance, curiosity, and the confidence to choose my own path — began there.

Presently, there are three strong-headed individuals living under one roof.

My husband, my son, and me.

We love each other. We hate each other. We can't stand each other. And we can't stay without each other.

Have more patience then read further...

The Family I built

The drama in my story

Like most people, I have faced challenges in different areas of life — health, career, relationships, parenting, and business.

Nothing was ever a smooth sail, even if it may sometimes appear so in photographs.

What matters more to me is how I chose to respond.

When I was preparing for MBA entrance examinations, my father passed away one day before my CAT exam. I travelled from Bhopal to Pachmarhi, attended the last rites, returned to write the exam, and then went back to complete the remaining rituals.

Losing a year was not an option because every application form had been paid for through my own tuition earnings.

When it came to marriage, I did something that surprised many people around me. After just three phone conversations, I travelled from Bengaluru to Jaipur to meet the man who would later become my husband. Logic had its arguments, but my intuition was stronger.

At work, I have rarely been good at pretending. When I stopped enjoying my corporate role, I told my boss exactly that. It was not the smartest career move on paper, but it was honest. Looking back, I have never regretted choosing authenticity over comfort.

Health brought its own lessons. After dealing with challenges including fibromyalgia, one of the first things I did when I felt stronger was complete the Kashmir Great Lakes trek in the Himalayas.

Perhaps it came from stubbornness, but I have always believed that if I challenge myself, my body will eventually support what my mind has decided. The trek was my way of testing that belief.

Over the years, I have made mistakes, reacted from anger and fear, and taken decisions that others may not have agreed with. Yet one thing has remained constant:

I have always preferred living life as myself rather than becoming a copy of someone else.

That choice has come with both rewards and consequences.

And I would still choose it again.

Challenges, Reactions and Actions

Things I Have Come To Believe

The life you experience shapes the life you create.
Travel gave me perspective, resilience, connection, and a deeper understanding of myself.
Freedom is worth protecting.
Experiences outlast possessions.
The inner journey matters as much as the outer one.
And perhaps the lesson I am still learning is acceptance.