Divorced, desi, thriving

Azima Ihsan, a divorced mother of Pakistani heritage, posted a video of herself dancing alone at a friend's wedding. The post sparked discussions about women’s resilience following separation, particularly in conservative communities. She shares how divorce is often viewed as a failure in South Asian communities and how she wants to challenge that view, showing herself as an example of strength and freedom after divorce.

Hear her in conversation with Sonika from Mumbai who faced similar stigma when she got divorced. Together, they urge women not to sacrifice their well-being out of fear of judgment.

Photo: Azima takes a selfie in her traditional wedding clothes. Credit: Azima Ihsan.