Support from your parents can make a world of difference in your life. Let me share a personal story to illustrate this.
My mother always told me, “You’ll get married the day you find someone who appreciates how hard you’ve worked to get where you are, who values the sacrifices you’ve made. And if you don’t find that person, it doesn’t matter. We’re in the world of science—you can still have babies.” I remember thinking, what kind of mom says that? A truly supportive and progressive one.
Even my father was incredibly supportive. My grandmother used to worry, saying, “Oh my God, she’s an actress. She can’t even cook. She’ll never get married.” But my dad would respond, “It’s okay. I’ll send a cook with her wherever she goes.” And he was true to his word until the day he died. I always had a cook with me, preselected by my father.
Both my parents had very progressive mindsets, especially considering the time and place we were in—India, where traditionally, a woman’s life was often seen as ending when she got married.
Their support allowed me to pursue my dreams and live my life on my terms. It’s essential to have parents who understand and encourage you, no matter the societal norms or pressures.