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Hindustan Times
05-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Strategies to help women set boundaries and find work-life balance
Our greatest assets are not just our skills or knowledge but also our time and energy. Today, the world has become busier than ever, therefore, finding the right balance between being professional and protecting our time and energy is a necessity and one of the primary ways to do that is by setting boundaries which might include saying 'no' to things that aren't super important and giving tasks to others if needed. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Kiara Jain, Founder of Mindful Living, suggested strategies to help women set boundaries and find balance and said, 'Make a list of what would be a violation of boundary and what's not. Observe how you feel after interacting with someone. If you feel anxious, think - did they do something which violated your boundary.' She advised, 'Make sure you have supportive people in your environment who understand that if you say no, it doesn't make you selfish. Be as clear as possible and don't feel bad. Be consistent, even if you feel uncomfortable in the beginning , any type of change is difficult in the beginning. It's important to understand that peace comes when your values match your surroundings. And there's nothing wrong in standing up for yourself.' According to Namita Kothari, Founder of Akoirah by Augmont, balance is always a conscious choice. Values of discipline, perseverance and collective growth help create healthy boundaries that allow both personal and professional selves to thrive. She recommended a few strategies to maintain that balance: Whether it is managing a team, designing collections or any other work, respecting your time is the first step to sustainable productivity. Learn to delegate and trust. Empowering others, whether in business or at home, creates space for creativity and growth. Draw inspiration from everything—from travel to cooking to fitness. These aren't hobbies, they are essential rituals that refuel creativity. They keep you grounded, especially in the fast-paced world of luxury design. Balance is not static—it is something to be cultivated every day with intention and compassion. That is the true hallmark of modern success.
Hindustan Times
05-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Tips for women to shift from burnout to mindful growth
Success has never been a one-size-fits-all. The first step is awareness to understand the concept of burnout and its root cause or what has caused it. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Namita Kothari, Founder of Akoirah, shared, 'True success is about staying rooted in your values while allowing yourself the space to evolve. In the world of luxury and lab-grown diamonds, where precision and perfection matter, it is easy to get consumed by pressure but mindful growth comes when we pause to align our ambition with intention.' She advised, 'You don't have to burn out to shine—you can rise by creating, innovating and nurturing your passion with presence.' Namita encouraged measuring success not just by milestones but by the impact you create—for your team, your customers and the community of women you hope to inspire. She asserted, 'Growth becomes meaningful when it's sustainable, value-driven and heart-led.' Bringing her expertise to the same, Kiara Jain, Founder of Mindful Living, revealed, 'If you're feeling drained, can't focus on anything, feel low all the time, have lost inspiration, maybe it's time to take a small break and normalise the need to take some time off for yourself. The pressure which women have, may make it difficult to do this, but understanding self care is the need of the hour.' She explained, 'Women often believe that they are growing only if they meet certain criteria of society (eg. getting married, having kids, having a certain career). However, mindful growth happens when one understands that it's not just about external expectations but also internal growth such as learning new skills, conquering your fears, learning from mistakes and so on.' The expert suggested, 'As a woman, it's important to strongly convey what is in your capacity to do and what's not. Replace negative self talk, with positive self talk through therapeutic inner dialogue. Speak to yourself as if you're speaking to a friend.' Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
