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Global Desi WomenCourage, Culture, and Crowns: Rutvi Chauhan’s Path to Mrs. Universe USASend us a textIn this uplifting and motivational episode of Global Desi Women, host Arti Solanki (business coach and real estate broker) is joined by a dynamic panel of co-hosts: Bhavana Shelley (consultant), Kavita Jasani (civil engineer turned finance professional), and Vinoo Palicha (founder of Vdesi, an ethnic wear brand). Together, they welcome the extraordinary Rutvi Chauhan, Mrs. Universe USA 2024, to share her journey of grit, determination, and success.Rutvi opens up about her path to becoming Mrs. Universe USA, a journey that was anything but conventional. From teaching herself the nuances of pageantry...2025-01-1844 min
Global Desi WomenDesi Women’s Health: Mental and Physical Well-BeingSend us a textIn this powerful episode of Global Desi Women, host Arti Solanki and her insightful co-hosts—Kavita Jasani, Swetha Reddy, and Rhea Palicha—take a deep dive into the often-overlooked topic of Desi women’s health. Together, they embark on a heartfelt and informative discussion about the mental and physical challenges that South Asian women face in their pursuit of well-being, while navigating the complexities of cultural expectations, family responsibilities, and personal aspirations. Arti Solanki, a trailblazer in empowering women through her work as a business coach and entrepreneur, anchors the conversation with wa...2024-12-0842 min
Global Desi WomenBody Image and Beauty Standards in the Desi CommunitySend us a textIn this episode of Global Desi Women, we dive deep into the complex world of body image and beauty standards in the South Asian community. Beauty ideals in Desi culture are often shaped by traditional expectations, Bollywood influences, and societal pressures, and they can have a lasting impact on self-esteem and mental health, especially for women.Host Arti Solanki, along with her co-hosts Kavita Jasani and Bhavana Shelley, engages in a candid conversation about the *traditional Indian beauty ideals*, such as fair skin, long hair, and slim body types. They discuss...2024-09-1340 min