Parents of an Only Daughter Set an Example for Society; Daughters Also Bring Glory to the Family – Yashodhara

What do Gen Z girls in India want in life? Independence, confidence, and the freedom to live life on their own terms.

Yashodhara Trivedi, a Gen Z student in Mumbai studying Botany and Data Science, also enjoys cooking, singing, and creating content on social media. She takes pride in the fact that her parents never made her feel that she should have been a son instead of their only daughter. In the “Gen Z Speaks” series, Yashodhara shares her outlook on life and empowerment.

Trust in Children Builds Responsibility
Yashodhara values parents who trust their children and give them the freedom to make their own choices. She believes that when parents place trust in their children, it instills a sense of responsibility. Yashodhara strives to meet her parents’ expectations while pursuing her own path.

Speak Up for Your Rights
According to Yashodhara, tolerating injustice is a crime because it encourages wrongdoing. She believes that true empowerment comes from knowing what you want and having the courage to speak up for your rights. She feels confident facing difficult decisions because her parents stand by her, giving her strength and independence.

Hobbies Are Essential for Happiness
Yashodhara emphasizes that studies and hobbies need not align. While excelling in science, she makes time for singing, cooking, and video editing. Her parents’ trust allows her to make social decisions independently, giving her a sense of security and confidence.

Learning from Her Mother’s Struggles
Yashodhara reflects that her mother did not enjoy the same freedom. In her mother’s generation, girls faced strict restrictions, had limited career options, and could not socialize freely. Her mother ensured Yashodhara could make her own choices, which boosted her confidence and allowed her to excel in academics and career.

Daughters Can Shine Too
Yashodhara believes that when daughters are given opportunities to grow, they are equal to sons in every respect. Empowered girls who make their own decisions become truly independent. Today, societal attitudes are changing, and parents no longer differentiate between sons and daughters. Millions of daughters across India are making their families proud, and this, Yashodhara says, is the true essence of empowerment.