Can a Gay Boy Become an IAS Officer? | EP7

In this episode, we dive into three complex and relatable situations sent in by our listeners: 1️⃣ "Can I be the first openly gay IAS officer?" A 22-year-old software engineer from Delhi dreams of becoming a civil servant but fears how his sexuality might affect his career. Can you balance being authentic while pursuing such a high-profile career? 2️⃣ "I'm 19 and just realized I'm into girls—how do I accept myself?" A young lesbian from Karnataka struggles with self-acceptance and wonders how to embrace her identity. Yogi and Kabeer share some heartfelt advice on learning to love yourself. 3️⃣ "Divorcing someone I still care about because of toxic in-laws" A 29-year-old woman faces the painful reality of ending her marriage due to family interference. How does she move on while navigating her fears about future relationships? PS - While we’re sharing advice based on our lived experiences as out gay men and as a couple in India, we strongly recommend speaking with a mental health expert for professional support. Our videos reflect our personal point of view, but it's important to get the help you need from qualified professionals. 🌈💬🙏 If you’re new here, swagat hai to our Shuddh Desi Gay family! 🏳️‍🌈 We hope our podcast brings you as much joy as it brings us. Muchas gracias for watching and being a part of this incredible journey! 💖 Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us @yogiandkabeer on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn for more! 🎧 About us: Yogi and Kabeer are award-winning podcasters and content creators, previously ex-radio presenters from Radio Mirchi. They have won multiple accolades, including the Best Self-Love and Motivation Podcast at the Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2022 and Excellence in Media in the Outstanding Podcast category at the Likho Awards 2024 by the Humsafar Trust. In 2023, they were featured on outdoor hoardings across India as the faces of the country’s first same-sex partner insurance policy. Recently, they also won the award for LGBTQIA+ Voice of the Year at the Cosmopolitan Blogger Awards 2024. Now, they’re all about good vibes as hosts of Not a Therapy Session, where they help people navigate their love and life issues with a smile and a bit of humor! 🎙️✨ Follow us on Instagram: https://tr.ee/VQ3J3pXcuD