Being Desi my mom has always had opinion on what I wear and how I dress up . We are planning for baby shower and she mentioned that she has few Sarees that she shopped and would send it over. I told her that I want to choose what I like though she agreed with it I feel guilty that I am making a decision . How do I even get over this guilt of making my own choice and not listening to my parents or in laws . This goes from choosing a dress to going out for dinner 😞

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Desi parents don’t let us grow up. They cannot accept us as adults who makes decisions on our own

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You’re feeling guilty for being an adult?

Don’t overthink these things and manufacture issues

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While I agree with EY1s sentiment. I would add that the guilt is real but the more you step away from needing to value their opinion the more you are going to feel liberated and in control and as a result of that less guilty.

You do you OP.

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I am in the same boat as you! My MIL is really adamant on me wearing a saree to my baby shower. I’d much rather wear an anarkali I’ve had my eyes on! She’s throwing the shower though…

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Does not mean she has control on what you wear.

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This is so relatable. Desi parents don’t realize how their behavior on constant commenting on our dressing choices, impacts us. Don’t blame yourself or be guilty about it. We have just been conditioned that way , because growing up, we were ‘good’ kids who’d agree to whatever our parents said or wanted. Trust me, till day I can’t wear big chunky jewelry because in my teenage years, my mom would always make a comment and so I have been conditioned to believe that they don’t look good on me. And yes she loves me 🤣 so I’m past it now. However I now speak up, recently cut my hair (not as an act of rebellion but as a choice) , and I don’t feel guilty about it, despite knowing she doesn’t like it. One thing that somewhat worked for me was being vocal and telling her how I feel. They don’t realize it, they’re just being themselves. Tell her politely, while these are all lovely sarees, it’s not your style, or you’re not comfortable wearing those. It’s special day for you, pick something you like. And congratulations!

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I know she has already shopped for you, but going forward, try if you can shop with her, or have her send you pictures/video call. This way she would feel she has a say in it while you make the final selection

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Remember that most of you will grow up and become parents and your kids will complain about you as well for one or other reason. So try to put yourselves in their shoes and deal with them patiently.

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Yes dealing with patience, politeness and respect is key!

Honestly, if you are having a traditional baby shower then saree looks nice. I was in the same boat like u ladies just couple of months back. Was thinking of wearing an anarkali but when I decked up the way I wanted with jewelry and traditional bangles and makeup - anarkali didn't suit and I switched to saree. So, I would suggest try out few looks before baby shower and see what works best. It's fun trying out and decking up just like that and trust me it's a stress buster. So, you decide what you want.

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It's like stitching something. First time you do it, it won't be perfect. Do it a couple of times, you'll get used to it. Just persist and let your mom see and realize that you're an adult who will be taking decisions independently. They'll complain and all but persist a bit and you'll be fine

I get fed up by dealing with their complaints and criticisms, so just ignore it and do whatever I want to do 🤷🏽‍♀️

Guilt is how they try to control and manipulate you….worst parenting style ever.

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