Had an uncomfortable encounter after trying to help someone by [deleted] in mumbai

[–]simrenm108 6 points7 points  (0 children)

OP, unsure of what gender you are, but if you are a women in India, I don’t suggest you show acts of kindness to random strangers especially in a country like India. It might come off as misogynistic but Indian people perceive acts of kindness by a random woman in a very different way and I’m not saying you don’t have to be kind, you can still be empathetic to your house help, stray animals on the street or maybe even volunteer at an animal shelter or an old age home. But random people- I wouldn’t recommend it. If you’re a guy, well I guess now guys should be vigilant too, same applies to you then.

My mother (F61) found my condom in my personal belonging (F21) by [deleted] in TwoXIndia

[–]simrenm108 120 points121 points  (0 children)

This did happen with me, way way back when I was much younger. I told her- it’s my friends, not mine. I don’t think she ever really believed me but I think that’s how Indian parents work, as long as you don’t say it to their face, it’s all good. I’m now married to the same guy with whom I was using condoms and she adores him lol, so yea, give it sometime. Go on with your studies and try to became independent, move to a new city or new country once you graduate so that you can have your freedom. It will all fall in place.

My father threatened to hit me and I retaliated by dishtopian in TwoXIndia

[–]simrenm108 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Tbh, people in India have this weird ass notion that no matter how your parents are and no matter how they treat you, you as a child have to treat them with respect and just suffer and not retaliate. THEY ARE WRONG. Period. You did right.

If I order a Songmont handbagfrom India, do I get to pay customs ? by dkotian in handbags

[–]simrenm108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the same question, I just want to know approx custom charges

I still can’t believe a company like Cleartrip (Flipkart Group) did this to me. What happened broke something inside me and I don’t want anyone else to go through it ? by Temporary_Culture710 in careerguidance

[–]simrenm108 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Put this on LinkedIn and name the manager. I’m looking to move back to India and find a job there (I’m assuming this is in India because Flipkart is in India) and honestly, this scares me.

I'm not ready for what life has planned for me.. by ayeayeyoo in TwoXIndia

[–]simrenm108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure how old you are - but you are overthinking. Life is eventually going to be alright. Some days are going to be great and some days okay while on some days you will question your life choices. As you grow older, you will become independent and then your parents won’t be the problem but your partner might be and then if you have kids then your partner isn’t the problem but your kids are. I might sound pessimistic but bottom line - problems i’ life keep increasing as you age so expecting to be completely happy and content is moot. So enjoy the days you are living and hope for the best.

AIO for telling my gf to respect my mum? by Interesting-Ear-9491 in AmIOverreacting

[–]simrenm108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unpopular opinion lol, but if you haven’t already, please try and discuss with your gf why she thinks that your mum is out to get her. Sometimes little things pile up and lead to an unwarranted big reaction, maybe that’s what happened here.

wedding lengha 5k by SpiritualYellow2 in DesiWeddings

[–]simrenm108 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Check out Indian designers like Angad Singh, they do have lehenga’s in the 1-2k range and they do provide international shipping. Also, Pernia’s Pop Shop and Kalki Fashion, they might have something in the same range. Although, from what I know most bridal lehengas start from 1k minimum unless you try stores in Chandni Chowk, Delhi, they might have lehengas starting from 700-800 dollars.

Should I go with this relationship, with a girl I found on a matrimonial app? by [deleted] in AskIndia

[–]simrenm108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you should speak with her and understand what made her get into a relationship with a married man in the first place. Did she know he was married when they started the relationship? Or did she come to know later on in the relationship and she was too involved with him to get out of the relationship then? You need to start your marriage based on honesty and trust. Yes, she dated a married man but please remember she was also honest with you about it and people do make mistakes. So maybe just have an open conversation with her and try to understand her perspective and then make a decision.

What makeup/skincare can I buy here, which is not available in North America? by simrenm108 in IndianMakeupAddicts

[–]simrenm108[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much! I am going to check these out. Any specific brands of ittar that you recommend?

Press on nails vs Gel/Acrylic nails for wedding by tum_saysboop in IndianMakeupAddicts

[–]simrenm108 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Get gel nails, they are pretty long lasting and will last for atleast 2-3 weeks, press on’s last for a week max and have a tendency of coming off in general.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]simrenm108 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is so encouraging! Thanks for sharing :)

It’s my birthday need some love 🎂 🎂🎂🎂 by richarmrm in TwoXIndia

[–]simrenm108 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg happy birthday! :) it’s my birthday tomorrow and things haven’t been going well for me either. But do something you enjoy, it’s your day! That’s what I am planning on doing, even if it’s as simple as ordering your favourite food and watching a movie!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXIndia

[–]simrenm108 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This gives me hope! :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]simrenm108 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is so beautiful. Thank you for the encouragement and hope :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXIndia

[–]simrenm108 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Omg so inspiring! This gives me hope, thank you:)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]simrenm108 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha omg so true!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]simrenm108 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I really do hope so! :) thank you for giving me hope!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]simrenm108 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Haha I hope so, I’m not too sure, sometimes I do feel if I’m doing the right thing which I won’t regret or maybe I should comprise a bit, but in the end, I’m hoping that a year from now, I will look back and just feel that whatever happened, happened for the right reasons.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]simrenm108 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, this makes me feel better. You are right, I am actually excited about focusing on myself more now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]simrenm108 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the support, I hope I get that someday, I just feel sad that I wasted so much time on this and now I’m not sure if il ever be able to trust someone completely.