SAVOUR THE SLOW LIFE IN A FAST-PACED WORLD

MOVING FROM THE BUSTLING CITY CHAOS TO A MORE DELIBERATE PACE, THESE POWERHOUSE WOMEN SPILL THE SECRETS TO A FULFILLING LIFE EMBRACING SERENITY WHILE DISCOVERING BALANCE, PURPOSE AND THE SHEER JOY OF INTENTIONAL LIVING

- AMBER TIKARI AND NAYARE ALI

MALINI RAMANI

EXHAUSTED FROM THE WHIRLWIND, SHE OPTED FOR CHANGE, SURRENDERING TO A HIGHER POWER

Over the years, I found myself feeling disconnected from the fast-paced adventures that I used to be attracted to. I met new people who I felt an instant connection to; their magical aura was something that I aspired to have. And so, I went after it!

I was burnt out, running on empty as they say. It’s a constant struggle; there are so many patterns to unlearn and I let go of habits that were holding me back — for instance, I quit smoking three years ago.

Once you start making changes and surrender to a higher power with full faith, you are blessed with a burst of courage. I was lucky to have been in Rishikesh for a yoga course when the world went into lockdown, in 2020. It was life changing and I ended up staying there for over a year.

Being so close to the magnificent Ganga has taught me to go with the flow. My days are very different from what they used to be. And while this year has been particularly challenging, I have gotten through it with yoga and the support of my friends and spiritual family.

I am designing two lines at the moment; one being a sustainable brand called Ash & Eden, dedicated to uplifting Indian artisans. I get to create magic with the craftsmen in villages. I also still have my eponymous fashion label and though I closed my stores, I kept a small factory running for my clients. And I’m glad I did, because now I am planning to expand again, but in a very different way.

Anything is possible if one is disciplined and has a plan; a dream. Balance is key and admittedly, I struggle with this. But each day is a new opportunity to become the best version of myself.