97 || Maneesha: They just rolled with it, with me

Welcome!In this episode, guest Maneesha Ahluwalia dive deep into the cultural expectations, family dynamics, and personal journeys surrounding aging parents, particularly within the Indian immigrant community. Maneesha shares her unique story as a physician-turned-life coach, her experiences with family, marriage, and cultural pressures, and how these have shaped her perspective on caregiving, tradition, and personal fulfillment.Key Topics Covered:Manisha’s background: from infectious disease physician to life coachThe evolving relationship with her aging parents and their support through her life transitionsCultural expectations in Indian families regarding caregiving, marriage, and gender rolesThe impact of tradition on women, especially daughters and daughters-in-lawPersonal stories of marriage, fertility challenges, and divorceNotable Quotes:“My parents just became this unwavering support for me in a way that I didn’t even realize they had in them.”“There’s an expectation of us to be highly educated, independent, but also meet the conventional path of being married at an early age.”“The coaching experience allows for us to voice things that we’ve never voiced before. And only then can we start to hear and think in a new way.”Caveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!This podcast is for informational purposes only; it is not intended as formal legal, financial or medical adviceIf you are finding value in this podcast, please share and leave a review so others can find it too!RebeccaGet in touch with Maneesha Ahluwalia!!https://www.lifecoachingwithdrahluwalia.com/https://www.facebook.com/DrManeeshaA/https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachingforindians/Disclaimer: The information presented on this podcast is solely for information purposes. We do not provide medical, legal, financial, or other professional advice through this podcast and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. It is your responsibility to seek advice from a licensed professional. Any actions you take are done at your own risk.