ROOH (Rising Over Obstacles and Healing)
ROOH (Rising Over Obstacles & Healing) is a safe haven for South Asian women to share their extraordinary journeys of resilience. Through storytelling (some anonymous, some not), we delve into the depths of human experience, uncovering stories of triumph, heartbreak, and growth. Whether it’s overcoming immense challenges, finding strength in vulnerability, or discovering invaluable life lessons, our guests share their experiences with raw honesty and courage. By creating a platform for open dialogue, ROOH aims to inspire, uplift, and empower listeners to rise above obstacles and embark on their own healing journeys. Join us as we celebrate the indomitable spirit of South Asian women.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 21
- Years Active
- 2025
From Simple Joys to Permanent Happiness
In this episode of ROOH, I sit down with my mother-in-law for a heartfelt conversation about happiness across the generations. We reflect on what brought her joy when she was growing up, and how the …
You Are Not Alone!
Hey, ROOH family!
This week, we're sharing a really tough but important conversation. We're joined by a guest who bravely shares her anonymous story about something that happened to her as a kid—being…
From the Silence of Fear to the Roar of Strength
On this episode of ROOH, we're talking about a difficult but important topic: why we often stay silent when we've been wronged. Monica and I share personal stories about when we froze and stayed sile…
Skincare 101: From Nani's Tricks to Dr. Rimy's Tips
Ready for a glow-up? This week, we're diving into the world of skincare with Dr. Rimy Grewal, a fellow South Asian woman and medical aesthetics expert. From the turmeric masks our grandmas swore by t…
Unconquerable: The Dream That Refused to Die
In this inspiring episode of ROOH, we sit down with an incredible guest who proves it's never too late to chase your dreams. For 30 years, she followed her family's wishes and worked in a "safe" care…
From Her, Kings Are Born
This episode of ROOH features a candid conversation with my sister-in-law, Ritu, who grew up in an all-girl South Asian family. We dive into what that was like, especially in a culture that often tre…
A B C D -- Still Confused After All These Years
In this candid and heartfelt episode of ROOH, Monica and Jyoti dive deep into the nuanced experience of growing up Indian-American/Canadian. From navigating cultural expectations and straddling two d…
"Why Can't You Be More Like...?" The South Asian Edition
Ever felt like you're constantly being compared to a sibling? In this episode, Monica and I, both the oldest in our families, chat about how we ended up being more "by the book" while our younger sib…
Beyond the Chest Pain
Hey everyone, thanks for tuning into ROOH! This week, Monica and I are getting really personal. We're opening up about something that deeply impacted both our lives: our fathers experiencing heart at…
The One Thing Desis Don't Talk About
Ever feel like there's a huge unspoken thing in our South Asian homes? We're diving deep into anxiety – that silent struggle many of us face but never really discuss.
In this episode of ROOH, we're jo…
The Fourth Trimester: Baby, Breastfeeding, and the Blues
In this heartfelt episode, Monica and I open up about our personal journeys through the often-unspoken realities of the fourth trimester. We're diving deep into our experiences after childbirth, shar…
Courageous Kaur: Charting a Path with Understanding and Courage
Courageous Kaur: Charting a Path with Understanding and Courage
Join us as Sharin, a truly Courageous Kaur, shares her inspiring journey of making brave, unconventional choices that often defied tradi…
Where Faith Found a Family: Neetu's Path to Motherhood
"Where Faith Found a Family: Neetu's Path to Motherhood" on ROOH is all about Neetu's incredibly tough but ultimately heartwarming journey to becoming a mom. She shares the raw truth about the many s…
From Hometown to Hubbyville: Our East Coast Move
Join Monica and me on ROOH as we look back at the big move that brought us to NYC many years ago. We share the raw truth about the culture shock of landing in a sprawling city so different from our h…
Loki Ki Kehn Ge (What Will People Say)?
Join us for a super real chat with Sonia! She shares her incredible story of falling in love and marrying her husband, even when "love marriage" was a big no-no in the desi culture. Get ready to hear…
Sahara's Journey (Part 2)
Welcome back to ROOH. Join us as Sahara shares her journey after her diagnosis, highlighting her initial disbelief, the complexities of sharing the news with her family, and her current outlook.
Sahara's Journey (Part 1)
Ever feel like your brain is a browser with way too many tabs open? Our guest this week, Sahara, gets it. For years, she was battling a whirlwind of scattered thoughts, impulsivity, and feeling out o…
Going with the Flow (and Against the Stigma)
In this insightful ROOH episode, join us as we dive into the often-murky waters of menstruation. Have you ever wondered why so many of us were caught completely off guard by our first period? We'll e…
Our Wake-Up Call, Inspired by Asha
This ROOH episode dissects the powerful "wake-up call" shared by Asha in the previous episode regarding her cancer diagnosis and the realization of her unknowingly stressful lifestyle. The hosts delv…
Asha's Wake-Up Call
In this powerful episode, Asha recounts the moment her life took an unexpected turn with a cancer diagnosis. Hear her raw and honest account of the journey that followed and the inner strength she di…