Before the Leap

Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. “You are stronger than you think.” Most of us have heard these words from a parent, a friend, or perhaps read them in a book. Yet when life feels overwhelming, it is surprisingly easy to forget them. Today, I am going to share my personal thoughts on…

Living Lightly on a Warming Planet

Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. Hello readers, how are you doing today? I call my website “Mindful Echoes” because that’s how I want to live. I want to be present in each and every moment and make mindful choices every day. Ironically, being mindful and fully present in the moment is one…

The Stories Women Leave Behind – Part 2

Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. Some women leave behind advice. Some leave behind habits and traditions. And some leave behind stories that stay alive long after they are gone. Last week, I shared memories of my Nani ji. Today, I want to take you into the world of my Dadi. My Dadi…

To My Mom…

Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. Today is my mom’s birthday, and this post is for her. Mother’s Day often falls on her birthday. And, I tease her that her birthday, Mother’s Day and even her wedding anniversary all come about in the same week, leaving no room for celebrations throughout the year….

The Stories Women Leave Behind – Part 1

Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. Happy Mother’s Day to all of you. Everywhere I look, people seem excited about the forthcoming Mother’s Day celebration. Over time, the core ethos of this celebration has changed for everyone. Now, not only do we express our love to our birth mothers, but we have also…

Reflections at the Turn of the Year

Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2026]. All Rights Reserved. Happy New Year!!! A bit late for wishes, you think? Well, it depends. The new year is a time for a new job, a new life, new beginnings, new thoughts, new resolutions, and new everything. Personally, I believe that instead of winter, spring should mark the beginning…

Resilience: The Heart of My Character

Copyright © [Surabhi Parashar] [2024]. All Rights Reserved. I’m always striving to be resilient – it’s a quality that I truly value within myself. It has become my compass, guiding me through life’s inevitable challenges. I wasn’t always this strong and confident person that I am today. As a child, I was a calm and…

About Me

Surabhi Parashar – Researcher, Mom, and a storyteller! Hello everyone. Thank you for visiting my website and blog. It is customary for bloggers to give a glimpse of themselves to their readers. I am glad to share a bit with you. I love pets and would love to get a puppy one day. Sharing a…