Emotionally Unavailable Men, Toxic Love & Situationships | Psychologist Ekta Bhanushali

Emotionally Unavailable Men, Toxic Love & Situationships | Psychologist Ekta Bhanushali

Why does modern dating feel so exhausting? Why are so many people struggling to find lasting love despite having more options than ever before? In this episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, I sit down with relationship coach, counselor, and mental health expert Ekta Bhanushali for an honest conversation about modern relationships, dating culture, emotional availability, attachment styles, self-worth, and what it truly takes to build healthy love in today's world. With over a decade of experience helping people navigate relationships and emotional well-being, Ekta breaks down the patterns that keep us stuck - from chasing unavailable partners and confusing chemistry with compatibility to seeking validation through relationships and struggling with commitment. Whether you're single, dating, healing from heartbreak, or in a long-term relationship, this episode will help you understand yourself and your relationships on a much deeper level. ✨ In this episode, we discuss: • Why modern dating feels harder than ever • Why people struggle with commitment today • The impact of dating apps and endless choices • Attachment styles and how they shape relationships • Why we keep repeating unhealthy relationship patterns • The difference between chemistry and compatibility • Self-worth, validation, and emotional dependence This isn't just a conversation about finding the right partner, it's about becoming the version of yourself that can create healthy, secure, and fulfilling relationships. If you've ever wondered why dating feels confusing, why relationships keep repeating the same patterns, or what healthy love actually looks like, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Subscribe to The Masoom Minawala Show for conversations that help women navigate life, love, career, money, and personal growth with confidence. Social Media:  My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masoomminawala/ My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoomminawala/?trk=public_profile_browsemap&originalSubdomain=in About Me:  Masoom Minawala is the Founder and Creative Director of MSF Media, a women-focused media company built around one conviction: India's women are the largest underserved media audience in the world. She hosts The Masoom Minawala Show, a long-form podcast for ambitious women, and is an angel investor backing women founders across lifestyle, fashion, and digital media. A Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 honouree and pioneer of the #SupportIndianDesigners movement, Masoom has spent over a decade bringing Indian fashion, craft, and culture to global audiences.

India's Face Yoga Queen on How to Look Young Forever

What if everything you’ve been told about ageing, skincare, and injectables is only half the truth? In this powerful episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, I sit down with Vibhuti Arora to unpack the science, myths, and lived reality behind facial ageing, face yoga, Botox, injectables, and the hidden role of facial muscles in how we look and age. From facial muscle weakness, jaw tension, droopy eyes and lips, stress stored in the face, lymphatic drainage, and early signs of ageing — to Botox myths, filler concerns, and natural alternatives like face yoga and facial massage — this conversation completely reframes how we think about beauty and ageing. Vibhuti also shares her deeply personal journey with lupus, her healing through yoga, and how it led her to build a global movement around facial muscle education, preventive ageing, and holistic skin health. This is not just a beauty conversation. It’s a deep dive into:- face yoga benefits and techniques- facial muscle health and ageing- Botox myths and long-term muscle impact- injectables, fillers and “pillow face” concerns- jaw tension, chewing muscles and facial stress- lymphatic drainage and de-puffing techniques- early signs of facial ageing- non-invasive alternatives to aesthetic procedures In this episode, we discuss:✨ Why facial muscles matter more than we realise✨ What actually happens to muscles after Botox✨ Early visible signs of weak facial muscles✨ How stress shows up on your face✨ Simple face yoga routines and morning rituals✨ Lymphatic drainage techniques for de-puffing✨ Jawline sculpting and double chin exercises✨ Forehead lines and muscle re-training techniques✨ LED masks, tools, and at-home facial tech explained✨ Dry brushing and full-body lymphatic health✨ The truth about fillers, migration, and “pillow face”✨ Why consistency matters more than quick fixes If you’ve ever felt confused about ageing, injectables, face yoga, or what actually works for long-term skin and facial health — this episode will change the way you see your face. Social Media: My Instagram:    / masoomminawala   My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c... About Me: A global influencer and entrepreneur, who aims at bringing Indian fashion on a global platform and popularity. I work with my team around the clock to curate content on fashion, lifestyle, women empowerment, and inspiring personal stories. Using my platform of 1 million followers now, I also work towards popularizing and supporting Indian designers, globally. As a supporter and believer in women and their entrepreneurial skills, I have now founded Empowher too. The initiative helps inspire guide, and uplift women who want to grow or kick-start their journey in the competitive world of business

Every Indian Woman Is Freezing Her Eggs Now. Should You?

What if everything women have been told about fertility… is incomplete? In this deeply honest episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, I sit down with Dr. Jatin Shah to unpack one of the most confusing, emotional, and misunderstood subjects for women today — fertility. From egg freezing, IVF, fertility testing, AMH, PCOS, biological clock anxiety, pregnancy timelines, fertility myths, lifestyle choices, and reproductive health — this conversation answers the questions most women have quietly carried for years. With decades of experience in fertility and reproductive medicine, Dr. Jatin Shah breaks down the science in the simplest possible way — without fearmongering, shame, or unrealistic promises. This is not just a conversation about getting pregnant.It’s a conversation about: * fertility awareness for women * egg freezing myths * IVF misconceptions * understanding AMH and egg reserve * biological clock anxiety * PCOS and women’s health * fertility after 30 * lifestyle and fertility * women’s reproductive health * fertility preservation and planning In this episode, we discuss:✨ What age fertility actually starts declining✨ The truth about egg freezing and menopause✨ Does egg freezing cause weight gain or mood swings?✨ AMH tests and how to understand fertility health✨ Why more women are freezing their eggs today✨ IVF myths women still believe✨ Fertility timelines women are rarely told about✨ PCOS, hormonal health, acne, hair fall & symptoms✨ Smoking, vaping and their impact on egg quality✨ What fertility doctors wish women knew earlier✨ Why fertility conversations create so much fear✨ The emotional side of reproductive planning If you’ve ever felt anxious, confused, overwhelmed, or under-informed about fertility, egg freezing, IVF, PCOS, or reproductive health — this episode is for you. Social Media: My Instagram:    / masoomminawala   My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c... About Me: A global influencer and entrepreneur, who aims at bringing Indian fashion on a global platform and popularity. I work with my team around the clock to curate content on fashion, lifestyle, women empowerment, and inspiring personal stories. Using my platform of 1 million followers now, I also work towards popularizing and supporting Indian designers, globally. As a supporter and believer in women and their entrepreneurial skills, I have now founded Empowher too. The initiative helps inspire guide, and uplift women who want to grow or kick-start their journey in the competitive world of business

What India's Richest Investors Actually Do With Their Money

What if the biggest thing stopping women from building wealth… is conditioning? In this deeply honest episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, Sonia Shenoy opens up about money, investing, financial independence, scarcity mindset, risk-taking, and why women are still uncomfortable taking financial decisions. After spending 17+ years interviewing some of India’s biggest investors and wealth creators- from self-made billionaires to legendary market experts, Sonia shares the biggest lessons she’s learned about money, success, failure, patience, and freedom. This is not just a conversation about investing.It’s a conversation about: * why women hesitate to take risks * financial abuse in relationships * scarcity vs abundance mindset * fear of failure * money trauma * building long-term wealth * investing for beginners * financial freedom for women * stock market lessons * financial mistakes and money habits In this episode, we discuss:✨ Why wealthy people don’t fear failure✨ How scarcity mindset affects women differently✨ The biggest investing mistakes Indians make✨ Why patience is the ultimate investing advantage✨ Financial independence and relationships✨ Money habits of wealthy people✨ Why women need financial agency✨ Sonia Shenoy’s personal investing journey✨ Index funds, mutual funds, gold & wealth building✨ How to start investing as a beginner✨ Why money buys freedom, not just luxury If you’ve ever felt intimidated by money, investing, wealth creation, or financial planning — this episode is for you. Social Media: My Instagram:    / masoomminawala   My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c... About Me: A global influencer and entrepreneur, who aims at bringing Indian fashion on a global platform and popularity. I work with my team around the clock to curate content on fashion, lifestyle, women empowerment, and inspiring personal stories. Using my platform of 1 million followers now, I also work towards popularizing and supporting Indian designers, globally. As a supporter and believer in women and their entrepreneurial skills, I have now founded Empowher too. The initiative helps inspire guide, and uplift women who want to grow or kick-start their journey in the competitive world of business

Bollywood's Makeup Legend on The Biggest Mistakes Indian Women Make

What does it really take to create timeless beauty in an industry obsessed with trends? In this episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, I sit down with Mickey Contractor — the legendary makeup artist who has shaped the face of modern Indian beauty for over three decades. From working with icons like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Deepika Padukone to redefining how makeup works for Indian skin tones, his impact is unmatched. In this conversation, we go beyond makeup trends and get into the philosophy behind beauty — what works, what doesn’t, and what the industry often gets wrong today. We talk about: – why bridal makeup is becoming overdone – the truth about foundation shades for Indian skin – dewy skin vs oily skin: what people get wrong – how to actually conceal pigmentation without over-layering – why you don’t need an overloaded makeup kit – the reality behind long-lasting makeup and setting sprays – changing Bollywood’s dramatic makeup to minimalist one – and the story behind Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani where Alia Bhatt wore no foundation This episode is for anyone who wants to understand beauty at a deeper level, not just follow trends, but know what truly works. If you’ve ever felt confused by makeup, this will bring you back to basics. Social Media: My Instagram:    / masoomminawala   My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c... About Me: A global influencer and entrepreneur, who aims at bringing Indian fashion on a global platform and popularity. I work with my team around the clock to curate content on fashion, lifestyle, women empowerment, and inspiring personal stories. Using my platform of 1 million followers now, I also work towards popularizing and supporting Indian designers, globally. As a supporter and believer in women and their entrepreneurial skills, I have now founded Empowher too. The initiative helps inspire guide, and uplift women who want to grow or kick-start their journey in the competitive world of business