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Challenges of being queer Muslim with Amir

Challenges of being queer Muslim with Amir

M. Scott Peck, author of “The Road Less Traveled“ said life is difficult: “This is a great truth, one of the greatest truths. It is a great truth because once we truly see this truth, we transcend it. Once we truly know that life is difficult — once we truly understand and accept it-then life is no longer difficult. As we all know, being part of the LGBTQ community is legalized in many parts of…

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Breaking Barriers With Neha

Breaking Barriers With Neha

I got an opportunity to speak with a beautiful and amazing girl, recently: Neha. Neha is a video creator, born in Gujarat and raised in Mumbai.  Her outgoing and lively personality has been the biggest initiative in video creation. She works as an accountant and used to create these fascinating videos as her hobby. But soon the popularity of her videos turned her favorite hobby into serious video…

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5 Best Ways To Boost Your Confidence

5 Best Ways To Boost Your Confidence

“It is confidence in our bodies, minds, and spirits that allow us to keep looking for new adventures”- Oprah Winfrey.   Confidence is what keeps us going. It is the belief or faith in one’s abilities. This confidence is the fuel that keeps us running. Some of us wear confidence with ease. For others, it takes some effort to boost confidence. There are lots of ways in which you can boost your…

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4 reasons Weight loss is harder for Women

4 reasons Weight loss is harder for Women

Weight loss is harder for women compared to men. Have you ever wondered why? Weight loss is always an uphill battle. Even when you reach the summit, there’s always another mountain, or sometimes, the same mountain to climb again. But understanding our body could make the weight loss journey easier- like a water bottle on a hike. So let’s dive into why weight loss is harder for women. Strength…

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Benefits of Neem

Neem trees are famously known as the “village pharmacy” and “nature’s pharmacy.” Originally used as a part of traditional medicine, this miracle tree and its products have spread worldwide. You would definitely find something related to this amazing tree at your local supermarket. So, let’s go back to the basics and see how we can use different parts of this nature’s pharmacy to improve our…

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How to not get bored while Exercising alone

How to not get bored while Exercising alone

When we keep exercising alone, we can’t help but get bored. After all, humans are social animals and tend to seek company. Also, during recent times, everyone has realized that exercise is as essential as brushing our teeth. But it’s an undeniable fact that building up an exercise regimen and sticking to it by oneself becomes very hard, very soon. Workout partners are a great idea. But, finding…

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Why Ramadan Is So Special For Muslims?

Why Ramadan Is So Special For Muslims?

Ramadan is here! It is the 9th month in the Islamic lunar calendar. Ramadan is a month that is different from other months because Ramadan is a special month for Muslims. During this month, Muslims are required to fast from dawn until dusk. Muslims have to refrain from eating and drinking; they also have to keep strong emotions, such as anger, in check. Usually, in the month of Ramadan, Muslims…

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Desi Girl Magazine's First Podcast is Here!

Desi Girl Magazine’s First Podcast is Here!

Hi everyone! My name is Samrin, and I am bringing to you the Desi Girl Magazine podcast! In our first edition, we discuss a topic suggested by Urvi, titled “Do you care ‘Log Kya Kahenge’?” which roughly translates to “Do you care what people will say?” Desi Girl Magazine’s First Podcast We cover different angles, including: The passing down of societal pressures from generation to…

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Period pain? These 5 herbal teas will help

Period pain? These 5 herbal teas will help

Have you ever let the period cramps wrecking your body curb your style? Period pain makes us reschedule exciting plans to curl up and lie miserably in bed. For some, menstrual cramps affect their efficiency at work and home. You are not alone. Women have been exploring ways to bear period pain with grace for ages. Herbal teas are one such innovative way. Imagine curling your fingers around a warm…

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Sweet Daliya, Sweet & Yummy Fills Your Tummy,

Sweet Daliya, Sweet & Yummy Fills Your Tummy,

Starting off the morning with sweet daliya can really make your day. It is 100% vegan and a very healthy choice. Daliya (cracked wheat) is a whole-grain product made by grinding the wheat into coarse particles. It’s a wonderful food for all age groups, and especially for children. About Sweet Daliya This rich, creamy, and sweet dessert will slide like velvet over your taste buds to provide you a…

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Why You Should Know About Acculturation

Why You Should Know About Acculturation

Immigration is a hard, messy struggle, even when the end goal is a better life in a land with more opportunity; it is a difficult task to find the balance between one’s old culture and one’s new culture in an entirely new country – the more you know about it, the more compassion you can develop toward immigrants. I know what you’re thinking: to learn about immigration, why should I learn random…

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'Keeping it Simple' with Nirjary Desai

‘Keeping it Simple’ with Nirjary Desai

Nirjary Desai sheds light on how keeping it simple will always bring extraordinary success. Desi girl magazine believes in inspiring our readers with stories of women from all walks of life. Nirjary dazzled us with her vibrant personality in an interview with Urvi Shah of Desi girl magazine. Get to know Nirjary… Nirjary Desai is a top Southeast Asian event producer. She is the CEO and Founder of…

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Tamil New year's philosophical significance

Tamil New year’s philosophical significance

  source: https://imgk.timesnownews.com/story/Puthandu_Nalvazhthukkal_1.jpg?tr=w-600,h-450   The Tamil New Year (Tamil Puthandu) with its many philosophical significances is celebrated on April 14. In Desi girl magazine’s Instagram Live, Nirkkuna, Urvi, Rashmi and Sazia, had a fun chat about the Tamil New Year’s philosophical and cultural significances, celebrated in Tamilnadu. They also…

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Georgia Election Law SB 202 Attacks Minority communities

Georgia Election Law SB 202 Attacks Minority communities

Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia signed a nearly 100-page bill on March 25, 2021, to change how elections are run in Georgia. According to Georgia’s official website, Kemp passed SB 202 to increase the fairness and safety of elections supposedly. Apparently, this is not just a matter of state but national importance. https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js“><blockquote class=”twitter-tweet”><p…

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Air Fryer Tandoori Fries by Bhavana Sreeram

Air Fryer Tandoori Fries by Bhavana Sreeram

Cooking is a crucial factor for any culture. You can experience the reflection of the traditions followed by each household in their food. I am sure you have heard in many Bollywood movies “Ma ke hath ka Khana” (Food cooked by Mother). It’s something no one can beat the taste of it. We are featuring various Desi Girls, and today we are introducing Bhavana Sreeram, an investment banker by…

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The Future Of Travel - Post COVID

The Future Of Travel – Post COVID

Soon after, the coronavirus confined many of us to our home and neighborhood. Many of us have worried about the Future of Travel but not me. Shortly after the pandemic got serious, air travel has slowed, and road trips have surged. The novel coronavirus has wreaked havoc in our lives in countless ways. But one thing positive about this disaster is that it brought people together, which will…